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Tamanoura Kō Lighthouse

Fl G 3s🇯🇵Gotō Islands, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tamanoura Kō Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white truncated conical tower standing 33 meters high. Its light emits a single white flash every 3 seconds. The focal height reaches 10 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The structure is located in the Gotō Islands.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 3s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Gotō Islands
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
32.6699°
Longitude
128.6608°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
conical
Tower Color
white

Structure: White truncated conical tower; 33. BAHIA DE NIPE:

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5033
NGA No.
12916
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tamanoura Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Tamanoura Kō displays the characteristic Fl G 3s — 1 green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tamanoura Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tamanoura Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tamanoura at 2.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Tomie (6.1 NM ESE), Goto (8.8 NM E), Origami (14.2 NM NE), Arao (22.8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tamanoura Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tamanoura Kō 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 Tamanoura Kō Lighthouse?+
Tamanoura Kō 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 Tamanoura Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tamanoura Kō 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.