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Bungotakada Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 8s🇯🇵Bungo-Takada, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bungotakada Lighthouse

Also known as: Bungotakada (Bungo Takada)

This 8-meter red concrete post lighthouse is situated at the seaward end of a 2.6-kilometer training wall along the west side of Bungo Takada harbor's entrance channel. The structure includes a 1-story concrete equipment room. Its light emits a single red flash every 8 seconds, visible for 10.7 nautical miles. Although the site is accessible by boat and open for viewing from the water, the tower itself is closed to visitors. The lighthouse serves maritime traffic approaching the port of Haenohama, which is 1.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels into Bungo Takada harbor, particularly due to its position at the end of the long training wall that marks the entrance channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl R 8s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

City
Bungo-Takada
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Oita Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of a 2.6 km long training wall along the west side of the entrance channel for the Bungo Takada harbor.
Latitude
33.6759°
Longitude
131.5242°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haenohama(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4974.6
NGA No.
9708
USCG No.
5262
ARLHS No.
JPN-2313

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: An 8m red concrete post attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment room.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bungotakada Lighthouse at night?+
Bungotakada displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 8s — 2 red flashes every 8 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bungotakada Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bungotakada Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Imi at 3.8 NM to the E. Other ports served include Kumage (6.5 NM E), Himeshima (6.7 NM ENE), Togi (10.6 NM ESE), Kunisaki (12.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bungotakada Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bungotakada 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 Bungotakada Lighthouse?+
Bungotakada 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 Bungotakada Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bungotakada 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.