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Yakata Isi Lighthouse

Q W 6s🇯🇵Okayama and Hiroshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yakata Isi Lighthouse

Yakata Isi is a white, cylindrical metal tower standing 36 meters tall. It features two distinct red bands encircling its structure. From its focal height of 7.5 meters, the light produces a quick white flash. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. It is operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q W 6s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Q.W.
Focal Height
7.5m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Okayama and Hiroshima
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.2982°
Longitude
132.4793°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
metal

Structure: White cylindrical tower, two red bands; 36

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5690
NGA No.
9000
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yakata Isi Lighthouse at night?+
Yakata Isi displays the characteristic Q W 6s — 1 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does Yakata Isi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yakata Isi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Etajima at 3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Chitose, Hiroshima (3.2 NM NNW), Fukae, Hiroshima (3.2 NM NNW), Kawajiri, Hiroshima (3.2 NM NNW), Nakahama, Hiroshima (3.2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yakata Isi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yakata Isi 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 Yakata Isi Lighthouse?+
Yakata Isi 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 Yakata Isi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yakata Isi 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.