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Tangashima Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇯🇵Seto Naikai Eastern, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tangashima Lighthouse

This white lighthouse stands 76 meters tall, with its light positioned at the same elevation. It emits a white flashing light. The structure itself is a white tower, 39 units in height as measured by its description. The light has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. It is operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
76m
Light Range
7NM (13.0 km)
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Seto Naikai Eastern
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.6578°
Longitude
134.5833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
76m
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower; 39

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5758
NGA No.
7868
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Tangashima Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 76 meters and a nominal range of 7 nautical miles (approximately 13.0 km), Tangashima 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 Tangashima Lighthouse at night?+
Tangashima displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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 Tangashima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tangashima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aboshi/Himeji at 6.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Hirohata (7 NM NNE), Hiro (7 NM NNE), Hata (7 NM NNE), Shikama (7.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tangashima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tangashima 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 Tangashima Lighthouse?+
Tangashima 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 Tangashima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tangashima 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.