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Sutegahana Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇯🇵Honshu-North Coast, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sutegahana Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a round concrete tower, standing 33 meters high and painted with white and red bands. It is situated on the Honshu-North Coast. The light is white and flashes once every 3 seconds. Its focal height reaches 56 meters, providing a geographic range of 7 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 3s
Focal Height
56m
Light Range
7NM (13.0 km)
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Honshu-North Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.6591°
Longitude
134.8524°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower, red banded; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7275
NGA No.
2440
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Sutegahana Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 56 meters and a nominal range of 7 nautical miles (approximately 13.0 km), Sutegahana is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Sutegahana Lighthouse at night?+
Sutegahana displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 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 Sutegahana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sutegahana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tsui at 1.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Tsuiyama (1.1 NM SW), Kumihama (3.6 NM SE), Yasugi (7.2 NM W), Shibayama (9.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sutegahana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sutegahana 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 Sutegahana Lighthouse?+
Sutegahana 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 Sutegahana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sutegahana 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.