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Asebino Hana Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇯🇵Minami, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Asebino Hana Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 12 meters tall, was first lit in 1952. It is situated on a high promontory that extends into the Pacific Ocean, marking the eastern entrance to Hiwasa Bay. The lighthouse emits a white flash every five seconds. Its focal height reaches 160 meters, providing a geographic range of 30.5 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, although the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a key navigational reference for vessels entering and exiting Hiwasa Bay, helping them avoid hazards along this section of the Pacific coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
160m
Geographic Range
30.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1952

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Minami
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Tokushima Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a high promontory jutting into the Pacific at the eastern entrance to Hiwasa Bay, about 20 km southwest of Kamoda Misaki.
Latitude
33.7348°
Longitude
134.5641°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hiwasa(1.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M5578.5
NGA No.
10000
ARLHS No.
JPN-026
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Asebino Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Asebino Hana displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Asebino Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Asebino Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hiwasa at 1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Yuki (2.3 NM NNE), Yuki (2.5 NM NE), Anan (9.4 NM NNE), Tachibana (9.9 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Asebino Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Asebino Hana 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 Asebino Hana Lighthouse?+
Asebino Hana 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 Asebino Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Asebino Hana 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.