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Watanoha Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇯🇵Northeastern Honshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Watanoha Lighthouse

Watanoha Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Northeastern Honshū, JP. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 36 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl W 5s. This means the light produces 1 flash every 5 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light displays a white signal, the most common color for major coastal lights.

Position: Watanoha Lighthouse is positioned at 38.3882°N, 141.3660°E, near Northeastern Honshū in JP.

Geographic context: Watanoha Lighthouse is situated on the Sea of Japan, within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Nearby lighthouses in JP: Other lighthouses in the region include Abashiri East Breakwater, Abashiri Island Breakwater North End, Abashiri North Breakwater, Abashiri South Breakwater East End, Abuka Kō. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Watanoha

JPWAT

1.1 NMN

Ishinomaki

JPISM

3.7 NMWNW

Oginohama

JPOGH

3.9 NMESE

Onagawa

JPONG

5.3 NMNE

Akehama

JPAKH

5.4 NMNE

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
36m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Northeastern Honshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
38.3882°
Longitude
141.3660°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Watanoha Lighthouse at night?+
Watanoha displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does Watanoha Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Watanoha Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Watanoha at 1.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Ishinomaki (3.7 NM WNW), Oginohama (3.9 NM ESE), Onagawa (5.3 NM NE), Akehama (5.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Watanoha Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Watanoha 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 Watanoha Lighthouse?+
Watanoha 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 Watanoha Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Watanoha 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.