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Uzina Lighthouse

Fl WR 5s🇯🇵Okayama and Hiroshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Uzina Lighthouse

The Uzina lighthouse stands 46 meters tall, with its light positioned at the same elevation. This structure features a distinctive white and red painted tower. It emits an alternating flashing light, providing a visual signal for navigators. The lighthouse's operational status confirms its role in maritime safety.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Al.Fl
Focal Height
46m
Geographic Range
4NM

Location

City
Okayama and Hiroshima
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.3405°
Longitude
132.4628°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
46m
Tower Color
white;red

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5687
NGA No.
9004
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Uzina Lighthouse at night?+
Uzina displays the characteristic Fl WR 5s — 1 wr flash every 5 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Uzina Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Uzina Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chitose, Hiroshima at 0.6 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Fukae, Hiroshima (0.6 NM NNE), Kawajiri, Hiroshima (0.6 NM NNE), Nakahama, Hiroshima (0.6 NM NNE), Nakata, Hiroshima (0.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Uzina Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Uzina 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 Uzina Lighthouse?+
Uzina 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 Uzina Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Uzina 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.