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Yaene Kō Lighthouse

Iso G 6s🇯🇵Izu and Ogasawara Islands, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yaene Kō Lighthouse

This red tower stands 20 meters tall, with its light positioned 14 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single red flash every 3 seconds. It provides a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. Yaene Kō is part of the Ogasawara Gunto. It is operational and located within the Izu and Ogasawara Islands.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso G 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 3s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Izu and Ogasawara Islands
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.0977°
Longitude
139.7756°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Color
red

Structure: Red tower; 20. Ogasawara Gunto:

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6277.4
NGA No.
4956
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yaene Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Yaene Kō displays the characteristic Iso G 6s — 1 green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Yaene Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yaene Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Yaene at 0.5 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Kaminato (2.7 NM NE), Aogashima (39.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yaene Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yaene Kō 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 Yaene Kō Lighthouse?+
Yaene Kō 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 Yaene Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yaene Kō 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.