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Fusuma Hana Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇯🇵Ikata, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fusuma Hana Lighthouse

Also known as: Husuma

This lighthouse, built in 1956, is a 9-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower with a lantern and gallery. It stands 60 meters above sea level, emitting a white light with one flash every 10 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 20.1 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. It is located on Fusuma Hana, a cape in Ehime Prefecture, near the port of Mitsuke.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the Fusuma Hana cape, a significant navigational point along the Japanese coast, helping to prevent groundings and ensure safe passage for local maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
60m
Geographic Range
20.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1956

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Ikata
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ehime Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on Fusuma Hana, a prominent cape along the coast of Japan, guiding vessels navigating the local waters.
Latitude
33.4729°
Longitude
132.2596°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mitsuke(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M5427.5
NGA No.
9284
ARLHS No.
JPN-145
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fusuma Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Fusuma Hana displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Fusuma Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fusuma Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MITSUKE at 1.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Ikata (4.7 NM E), Kawanoishi (6.6 NM E), Yawatahama (7.9 NM E), Mikame (8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fusuma Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fusuma 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 Fusuma Hana Lighthouse?+
Fusuma 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 Fusuma Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fusuma 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.