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Bungo Hira Se Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇯🇵Oita, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bungo Hira Se Lighthouse

Bungo Hira Se is a concrete lighthouse constructed as a round cylindrical tower with a gallery, mounted on a concrete pier. It stands 12 meters tall, with its light positioned 13 meters above sea level. The tower is painted black and features a single red horizontal band. This light was rebuilt in 1990. It emits a white flash every five seconds. The lighthouse is located about 1.5 kilometers northeast of the Seki Saki lighthouse in Oita Prefecture, Japan, and is accessible from the port of Saganoseki.

Why it matters: This light marks a specific channel or hazard northeast of Seki Saki. Its consistent white flash provides a reliable guide for vessels in this coastal region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Significant events: rebuilt in 1990

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, mounted on a concrete pier

Location

City
Oita
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Oita Prefecture
Sea Region
about 1.5 km northeast of the Seki Saki lighthouse
Latitude
33.2780°
Longitude
131.9078°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saganoseki(2.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M4947
NGA No.
9300
ARLHS No.
JPN-550
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bungo Hira Se Lighthouse at night?+
Bungo Hira Se displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bungo Hira Se Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bungo Hira Se Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saganoseki at 2.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Usuki (10.3 NM SSW), Tsukumi (11.9 NM S), Misaki, Ehime (12.1 NM ENE), Oita (12.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bungo Hira Se Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bungo Hira Se 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 Bungo Hira Se Lighthouse?+
Bungo Hira Se 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 Bungo Hira Se Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bungo Hira Se 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.