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Taketatsu Ko Lighthouse

Fl R 3s🇯🇵Seto Naikai Western, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Taketatsu Ko Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands on a white concrete column, supporting a white fiberglass building. The structure measures 16 meters in height, with its light positioned 12 meters above sea level. It casts a single red flash every 3 seconds. The geographic range of this light is 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 3s
Focal Height
12m
Light Range
5NM (9.3 km)
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Seto Naikai Western
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.6791°
Longitude
131.5677°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White glass reinforced plastic(grp) fiberglass building, on white concrete column; 16

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4972
NGA No.
9692
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Taketatsu Ko Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 12 meters and a nominal range of 5 nautical miles (approximately 9.3 km), Taketatsu Ko 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 Taketatsu Ko Lighthouse at night?+
Taketatsu Ko displays the characteristic Fl R 3s — 1 red 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Taketatsu Ko Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Taketatsu Ko Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Imi at 1.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Kumage (4.3 NM E), Himeshima (4.7 NM ENE), Togi (8.7 NM ESE), Kunisaki (11.1 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Taketatsu Ko Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Taketatsu Ko 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 Taketatsu Ko Lighthouse?+
Taketatsu Ko 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 Taketatsu Ko Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Taketatsu Ko 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.