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Shiriya Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇯🇵Northern Honshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shiriya Lighthouse

The Shiriya Lighthouse is an active aid to navigation situated in Northern Honshū. It stands 46 meters above sea level. The light emitted is white.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Focal Height
46m

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Location

City
Northern Honshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
41.4333°
Longitude
140.4670°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shiriya Lighthouse at night?+
Shiriya displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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.
Which ports and harbors does Shiriya Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shiriya Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fukushima, Hokkaido at 9.7 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Fukushima (hokkaido) (9.7 NM WNW), Minmaya (11.9 NM SSW), Otomi (13.4 NM SSE), Soya (16.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shiriya Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shiriya 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 Shiriya Lighthouse?+
Shiriya 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 Shiriya Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shiriya 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.