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Toba (Range Front) Lighthouse

F R 6s🇯🇵Honshu-South Coast, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Toba (Range Front) Lighthouse

The Toba (Range Front) lighthouse features a red lantern tower reaching 39 meters in height. Its focal plane is situated 43 meters above the water. This structure emits a fixed red light. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 8 nautical miles. It is part of a range system on the south coast of Honshu.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F R 6s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
F.R.
Focal Height
43m
Light Range
8NM (14.8 km)
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Honshu-South Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.4864°
Longitude
136.8416°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Shape
lantern
Tower Color
red

Structure: Red lantern; 39

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6050
NGA No.
6276
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Toba (Range Front) Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 43 meters and a nominal range of 8 nautical miles (approximately 14.8 km), Toba (Range Front) is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Toba (Range Front) Lighthouse at night?+
Toba (Range Front) displays the characteristic F R 6s — 1 red flash every 6 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Toba (Range Front) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Toba (Range Front) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Toba at 0.4 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Suga (2.9 NM ENE), Matoya (7.8 NM SSE), Gokasho (11.1 NM SW), Hamajima (12 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Toba (Range Front) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Toba (Range Front) 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 Toba (Range Front) Lighthouse?+
Toba (Range Front) 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 Toba (Range Front) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Toba (Range Front) 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.