Funagata Hira Shima Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Funagata Hira Shima Lighthouse
Also known as: Hunagata
The Funagata (Hunagata) Hira Shima lighthouse is situated on Hira Shima, a small island in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. It emits a single white flash every four seconds, visible for 10.7 nautical miles. The structure stands 11 meters above sea level. Its consistent light aids local fishing boats and cargo vessels navigating the waters near Tateyama, which is 2.2 kilometers away. This operational lighthouse plays a role in the region's maritime safety infrastructure.
Why it matters: The light warns mariners of Hira Shima's presence, preventing groundings and ensuring safe passage for regional shipping.
Light & Optic
- Flash Type
- Flashing
- Light Color
- White
- Interval
- 4s
- Raw Code
- Fl W 4s
- Focal Height
- 11m
- Geographic Range
- 10.7NM
Location
- City
- Tateyama
- Country
- 🇯🇵Japan
- Region
- Chiba Prefecture
- Sea Region
- Hira Shima, Japan
- Latitude
- 35.0247°
- Longitude
- 139.8384°
Nearby Vessels
Tower & Structure
Structure: The Funagata (Hunagata) Hira Shima lighthouse, a vital navigational aid, marks the presence of Hira Shima, a small, often low-lying island nestled within Japan's intricate coastal waters. Its consistent white flash, appearing every four seconds, cuts through the night and provides a clear reference for local fishing boats, cargo vessels, and other maritime traffic traversing these busy sea lanes. While the specific details of its original construction or the names of its early keepers may not be widely known, its operational history speaks to a continuous commitment to maritime safety in this part of Japan. The lighthouse remains an active and indispensable part of the regional light system, diligently performing its duty without fanfare. It ensures that mariners can safely navigate around the island, avoiding potential hazards and maintaining their course, a quiet but steadfast presence in the dynamic coastal environment. Visitors typically cannot access this remote station, but its light is a familiar sight to those who work and live along these shores.
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Tateyama(2.2 km)
- ARLHS No.
- JPN-1312
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