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Hakan Shima Lighthouse

Fl (9) White 15s🇯🇵Onomichi, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hakan Shima Lighthouse

Hakan Shima Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 8 meters tall, mounted on a concrete pier in the coastal waters of Japan. Its exterior is painted yellow with a single black horizontal band for visibility. The focal height of the light is 10 meters, and it emits a white flash every 15 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. Access to the site is only possible by boat, as it is located 1.1 kilometers from the nearest port, Shigei. While the grounds are open to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is an important navigational aid for local maritime traffic in the coastal waters of Hakan Shima, Japan.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (9) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
9 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Onomichi
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hiroshima Prefecture
Sea Region
Coastal waters of Hakan Shima, Japan, mounted on a concrete pier.
Latitude
34.3605°
Longitude
133.1254°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shigei(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M5719
NGA No.
8476
USCG No.
JCG-4472

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow with one black horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower mounted on a concrete pier

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hakan Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Hakan Shima displays the characteristic Fl (9) White 15s — 9 white flashes every 15 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 Hakan Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hakan Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shigei at 1.3 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Sunami (2.1 NM W), Itozaki (2.5 NM NE), Nomi (2.5 NM NE), Omi (2.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hakan Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hakan Shima 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 Hakan Shima Lighthouse?+
Hakan Shima 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 Hakan Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hakan Shima 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.