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Onogawa Wan Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇯🇵Onagawa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Onogawa Wan Lighthouse

Onogawa Wan Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Onagawa, JP. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 14 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl Green 3s. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast. The light color is green, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Onogawa Wan Lighthouse is positioned at 38.4046°N, 141.5059°E, near Onagawa in JP.

Geographic context: Onogawa Wan Lighthouse is situated on the Sea of Japan, within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Nearby lighthouses in JP: Other lighthouses in the region include Abashiri East Breakwater, Abashiri Island Breakwater North End, Abashiri North Breakwater, Abashiri South Breakwater East End, Abuka Kō. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Onagawa

JPONG

3.2 NMNW

Oginohama

JPOGH

3.3 NMWSW

Akehama

JPAKH

3.8 NMNW

Hamaguri

JPHMG

3.8 NMNW

Nonohama

JPNON

3.8 NMNW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
0 flashes
Interval
3s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
14m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Onagawa
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
38.4046°
Longitude
141.5059°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Onogawa Wan Lighthouse at night?+
Onogawa Wan displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Onogawa Wan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Onogawa Wan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Onagawa at 3.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Oginohama (3.3 NM WSW), Akehama (3.8 NM NW), Hamaguri (3.8 NM NW), Nonohama (3.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Onogawa Wan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Onogawa Wan 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 Onogawa Wan Lighthouse?+
Onogawa Wan 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 Onogawa Wan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Onogawa Wan 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.