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Tatsuga Saki Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇯🇵Ishikawa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tatsuga Saki Lighthouse

Tatsuga Saki lighthouse is a round, white concrete tower standing 49 meters tall. Its light is positioned 66 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 15 seconds. This structure is situated in Ishikawa.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 15s
Focal Height
66m
Geographic Range
21NM

Location

City
Ishikawa
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
37.4053°
Longitude
136.8976°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
49m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White beacon; 49

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7204
NGA No.
2836
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tatsuga Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Tatsuga Saki displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Tatsuga Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tatsuga Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wajima at 0.3 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Akasaki, Tottori (17.8 NM SW), KOGA (18.3 NM SSW), Iida (18.4 NM E), Nanao (20.9 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tatsuga Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tatsuga Saki 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 Tatsuga Saki Lighthouse?+
Tatsuga Saki 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 Tatsuga Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tatsuga Saki 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.