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Omaezaki Kō Lighthouse

Fl R 4s🇯🇵Shizuoka, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Omaezaki Kō Lighthouse

Omaezaki Kō lighthouse is a white, cylindrical tower standing 33 meters tall. It is situated in Shizuoka. The lighthouse emits an isophase green light, cycling every 4 seconds. Its geographic range is 4 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Iso.G. period 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
4NM

Location

City
Shizuoka
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.6214°
Longitude
138.2260°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6233
NGA No.
5774
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Omaezaki Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Omaezaki Kō displays the characteristic Fl R 4s — 1 red flash every 4 seconds. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Omaezaki Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Omaezaki Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Omaezaki at 0.4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Ezaki (1.3 NM SSE), Sagara (4.1 NM NNW), Ohigawa (10.2 NM NNE), Shimada (12.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Omaezaki Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Omaezaki Kō 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 Omaezaki Kō Lighthouse?+
Omaezaki Kō 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 Omaezaki Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Omaezaki Kō 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.