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Tateisi Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇯🇵Southwestern Honshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tateisi Lighthouse

The Tateisi Lighthouse emits a white light that flashes once every 10 seconds. With a focal height of 122 meters, it offers a geographic range of 20 nautical miles. The lighthouse is currently operational. It serves as a navigational aid on Southwestern Honshū.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
122m
Geographic Range
20NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7246
NGA No.
2600
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Location

City
Southwestern Honshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.7624°
Longitude
136.0184°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tateisi Lighthouse at night?+
Tateisi displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Tateisi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tateisi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shiraki at 2.5 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Tsuruga (5.6 NM SSE), Takasu, Fukui (20.3 NM NNE), Ukui (20.3 NM NNE), Obama, Fukui (21.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tateisi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tateisi 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 Tateisi Lighthouse?+
Tateisi 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 Tateisi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tateisi 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.