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Funaore Iwa Lighthouse

Fl Red 8s🇯🇵Imabari, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Funaore Iwa Lighthouse

Also known as: Hunaore

Established in 1945, this cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 8.5 meters tall. Its red light emits a single flash every 8 seconds from a focal height of 12 meters, with a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The structure is a round concrete tower with a flared top, mounted on a large concrete pier. Located 0.5 kilometers from Hakatashima, it guides maritime traffic in the coastal waters of Imabari, Ehime Prefecture.

Why it matters: This light marks a specific navigational point for local shipping and fishing fleets in Japan.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl R 8s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1945

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hakatashima(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M5478
NGA No.
8572

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with a flared top, mounted on a large concrete pier

Location

City
Imabari
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ehime Prefecture
Sea Region
coastal waters of Japan
Latitude
34.1963°
Longitude
133.0915°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Funaore Iwa Lighthouse at night?+
Funaore Iwa displays the characteristic Fl Red 8s. 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 Funaore Iwa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Funaore Iwa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hakatashima at 1.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Yoshiumi (3.6 NM SW), Inokuchi, Ehime (4.9 NM NNW), Yuge (6.7 NM ENE), Katashima (6.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Funaore Iwa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Funaore Iwa 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 Funaore Iwa Lighthouse?+
Funaore Iwa 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 Funaore Iwa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Funaore Iwa 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.