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Tanabe Okino Shima Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇯🇵Wakayama Prefecture, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanabe Okino Shima Lighthouse

Tanabe Okino Shima is a 46-meter white tower situated in Wakayama Prefecture. Its focal plane is 15 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 3 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 5 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
15m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Wakayama Prefecture
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.7182°
Longitude
135.3253°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
46m
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower; 46

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5978
NGA No.
6832
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanabe Okino Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Tanabe Okino Shima 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 Tanabe Okino Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanabe Okino Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tanabe at 2.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Mori (3.3 NM E), Inami (7.8 NM NW), Hidaka (12.7 NM NW), Gobo Wakayama (13.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanabe Okino Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanabe Okino Shima 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 Tanabe Okino Shima Lighthouse?+
Tanabe Okino Shima 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 Tanabe Okino Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanabe Okino Shima 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.