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Tsunekami Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇯🇵Southwestern Honshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tsunekami Lighthouse

Tsunekami Lighthouse stands on the summit of Cape Tsunekami in Wakasa Town, Fukui Prefecture. This compact, white, square concrete structure has its light 244 meters above sea level. Its white light flashes once every 3 seconds, providing a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. The lighthouse's focal plane ranks seventh highest among Japanese lighthouses.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 3s
Focal Height
244m
Geographic Range
12NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7251
NGA No.
2580
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Location

City
Southwestern Honshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.6370°
Longitude
135.8165°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tsunekami Lighthouse at night?+
Tsunekami displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 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 Tsunekami Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tsunekami Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Obama, Fukui at 9.5 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Shiraki (9.9 NM NE), Tsuruga (11.9 NM E), Tsuchiura (17.1 NM WSW), Uchiura, Fukui (17.2 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tsunekami Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tsunekami 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 Tsunekami Lighthouse?+
Tsunekami 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 Tsunekami Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tsunekami 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.