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Takasa Lighthouse

F White 5s🇯🇵Echizen, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Takasa Lighthouse

Also known as: Takasa (Echizen Shirahama Kō, #2 Breakwater)

Takasa Lighthouse is a square concrete tower constructed in 1993, standing 6.5 meters tall with the light positioned at a focal height of 20 meters. Located near Noji Misaki in Fukui Prefecture, Japan, it marks a ridge above a pier. The light, a continuous white beam, is shown through a square window. The station was first established in 1964, with the current structure built decades later. Access to the site involves navigating over rocks, and while the grounds are open, the tower itself is closed to the public. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 13.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels navigating the waters around Noji Misaki and Karei Saki. Its light emanates through a square window, a feature that distinguishes it from many other coastal aids.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White 5s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1993
First Lit
1964

Significant events: station established 1964, current structure built 1993

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower; the light is shown through a square window

Location

City
Echizen
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Fukui Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at Noji Misaki, about 1 km north of Karei Saki, on a ridge above the base of the pier. It looks like a tough scramble over rocks to reach the light.
Latitude
35.8947°
Longitude
135.9939°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shiraki(9.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M7243.75
NGA No.
2636
USCG No.
JCG-1058
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Takasa Lighthouse at night?+
Takasa displays the characteristic F White 5s. 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 Takasa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Takasa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shiraki at 9.6 NM to the S. Other ports served include Tsuruga (13.6 NM SSE), Takasu, Fukui (14.4 NM NE), Ukui (14.4 NM NE), Fukui (19.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Takasa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Takasa 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 Takasa Lighthouse?+
Takasa 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 Takasa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Takasa 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.