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Fusumahana Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇯🇵Seto Naikai Western, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fusumahana Lighthouse

Fusumahana Lighthouse is a 13-meter-tall square tower constructed from fiberglass. Its lantern is situated 60 meters above sea level. The structure exhibits a white tower. It emits a white light with a single flash every 10 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
60m
Light Range
20NM (37.0 km)
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Seto Naikai Western
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.4729°
Longitude
132.2596°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: White glass reinforced plastic(grp) fiberglass building; 13. AUSTRALIA-NORTH COAST

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5427.5
NGA No.
9284
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Fusumahana Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 60 meters and a nominal range of 20 nautical miles (approximately 37.0 km), Fusumahana is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Fusumahana Lighthouse at night?+
Fusumahana displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Fusumahana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fusumahana 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 Fusumahana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fusumahana 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 Fusumahana Lighthouse?+
Fusumahana 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 Fusumahana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fusumahana 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.