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Hashikami Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇯🇵Hashikami, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hashikami Lighthouse

Also known as: Hashikami (Hasikami, Hajikami)

The Hashikami Lighthouse, built in 1959, is a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 11 meters tall. Its focal height reaches 22 meters above sea level. The structure consists of the round tower with a gallery, mounted atop a one-story equipment room; it lacks a lantern. The lighthouse emits a white flash every four seconds, visible for 13.6 nautical miles. It is situated on a bluff north of Taneichi port, near the border of Aomori Prefecture, approximately 15 kilometers southeast of Hachinohe. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for vessels navigating the coastal area near Taneichi, assisting them as they approach or leave the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
22m
Light Range
7NM (13.0 km)
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1959

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery but no lantern, mounted on a 1-story equipment room

Location

City
Hashikami
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aomori Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a bluff north of the port of Taneichi, very close to the prefectural border, about 15 km southeast of Hachinohe. It is situated in a small park behind an elementary school.
Latitude
40.4671°
Longitude
141.5675°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hachinohe(5.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M6618
NGA No.
3944
ARLHS No.
JPN-088
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Hashikami Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 22 meters and a nominal range of 7 nautical miles (approximately 13.0 km), Hashikami is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Hashikami Lighthouse at night?+
Hashikami displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Hashikami Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hashikami Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Noh at 4.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Sakaki (4.4 NM E), Kofu (4.9 NM E), Hachinohe (5.7 NM NNW), MISAWA (14.1 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hashikami Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hashikami 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 Hashikami Lighthouse?+
Hashikami 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 Hashikami Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hashikami 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.