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Togashirashima Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇯🇵Honshu-South Coast, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Togashirashima Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands on the south coast of Honshu. The structure is a 7-meter-tall, round tower constructed from white fiberglass. It emits a single white flash every 4 seconds from a focal height of 129 meters. The light has a geographic range of 18 nautical miles. Its operational status is confirmed.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 4s
Focal Height
129m
Light Range
7NM (13.0 km)
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Honshu-South Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.0602°
Longitude
136.2613°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white

Structure: White glass reinforced plastic(grp) f iberglass building; 7

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6011
NGA No.
6620
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Togashirashima Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 129 meters and a nominal range of 7 nautical miles (approximately 13.0 km), Togashirashima 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 Togashirashima Lighthouse at night?+
Togashirashima 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 Togashirashima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Togashirashima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Owase at 2.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Hikimoto (3.2 NM NNW), Nigishima (8 NM SSW), Nagashima (9.5 NM NNE), Nishiki (11.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Togashirashima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Togashirashima 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 Togashirashima Lighthouse?+
Togashirashima 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 Togashirashima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Togashirashima 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.