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Noto Shima Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇯🇵Nanao, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Noto Shima Lighthouse

Also known as: Noto Shima (Nanao Bay Entrance)

Noto Shima Lighthouse is a 14-meter tall, cylindrical concrete tower. Its light is 18 meters above sea level. Located on the south side of Noto Shima, roughly 4 kilometers west of Noto Kannon Saki, it marks the entry to the narrow channel for Nanao Bay. The construction is a round concrete tower with two galleries, set on a large square concrete foundation. The light, previously Fl W 3s, was changed in 2019.

Why it matters: This lighthouse served as a navigation aid for vessels navigating the narrow strait between Noto Kannon Saki and Noto Shima, the main entry to Nanao Bay. Its directional light provided real-time direction for ships entering or leaving the bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Passing light discontinued in 2019

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with two galleries, mounted on a large square concrete base

Location

City
Nanao
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ishikawa Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a promontory on the south side of Noto Shima, about 4 km west of Noto Kannon Saki, marking the narrow strait entrance to Nanao Bay.
Latitude
37.1114°
Longitude
137.0228°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nanao(3.8 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Noto Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Noto Shima displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Noto Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Noto Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nanao at 3.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Nakanoto (9.7 NM SW), KOGA (15.6 NM W), Akasaki, Tottori (17 NM WNW), Wajima (18.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Noto Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Noto Shima Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Noto Shima Lighthouse?+
Noto Shima Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Noto Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Noto Shima Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.