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Hamazume Kō Lighthouse

Fl (2) G 6s🇯🇵Southwestern Honshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hamazume Kō Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands in Southwestern Honshū, Japan. It emits a green light with a characteristic of two green flashes every 6 seconds. The light source is positioned at a focal height of 13 meters above sea level. This facility has a geographic range of 4 nautical miles. It is currently operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) G 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)G. period 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
4NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7274.4
NGA No.
2448

Location

City
Southwestern Honshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.6724°
Longitude
134.9623°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hamazume Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Hamazume Kō displays the characteristic Fl (2) G 6s — 2 green flashes every 6 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hamazume Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hamazume Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kumihama at 4.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Tsui (6.4 NM WSW), Tsuiyama (6.4 NM WSW), Taiza (7.5 NM ENE), Yasugi (12.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hamazume Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hamazume 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 Hamazume Kō Lighthouse?+
Hamazume 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 Hamazume Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hamazume 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.