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Hamana Kō Lighthouse

Fl (2) R 7s🇯🇵Shizuoka, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hamana Kō Lighthouse

This red concrete lighthouse stands 13 meters tall, with a focal plane also at 13 meters. The round, hourglass-shaped tower was built and first lit in 2020. Its light emits two red flashes every 7 seconds, visible for 9 nautical miles. The structure is situated at the end of a short detached breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) R 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2020

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6221.2
NGA No.
5808
ARLHS No.
JPN-1426
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Location

City
Shizuoka
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.6731°
Longitude
137.5976°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hamana Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Hamana Kō displays the characteristic Fl (2) R 7s — 2 red flashes every 7 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 Hamana Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hamana Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hamana at 1.3 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Toyohashi (14 NM W), Kamikawaguchi (14.9 NM W), Fukuda (15.2 NM E), Tahara (16.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hamana Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hamana Kō 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 Hamana Kō Lighthouse?+
Hamana Kō 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 Hamana Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hamana Kō 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.