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Azuchi Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse

Occ W 12s🇯🇵Nagasaki Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Azuchi Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse

This square concrete tower stands at the northern tip of Azuchi Ō Shima. It has a focal height of 25 meters and emits an isophase white light with red and green sectors every 6 seconds. The 10-meter tall structure rises from a single-story concrete equipment room, with the entire lighthouse painted white. Its operational status is confirmed, and it is identified by multiple navigational lists.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ W 12s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Iso.W.R.G. period 6s
Focal Height
25m

Location

City
Nagasaki Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.5107°
Longitude
129.5567°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Material
concrete

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5251
NGA No.
12076
ARLHS No.
JPN-2231
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Azuchi Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Azuchi Nagasaki Hana displays the characteristic Occ W 12s — 1 white flash every 12 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 Azuchi Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Azuchi Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hirado at 8.4 NM to the S. Other ports served include Tabira (9 NM S), Ikitsuki (9.8 NM SW), Kawachi, Nagasaki (11.1 NM S), Emukae (12.1 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Azuchi Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Azuchi Nagasaki 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 Azuchi Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse?+
Azuchi Nagasaki 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 Azuchi Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Azuchi Nagasaki 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.