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Hasu Bae Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇯🇵Toyo, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hasu Bae Lighthouse

Also known as: Hasu Bae (Kannoura Kō)

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 14 meters tall, is painted red and extends to a focal height of 18 meters. It emits a single red flash every 5 seconds, with a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on a reef at the entrance to Kannoura harbor, connected to a nearby island by a short breakwater. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. The nearest port, Kannoura, is only 0.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns mariners of the reef it marks at the entrance to Kannoura harbor. Its consistent red flash provides a clear signal for vessels navigating this challenging maritime environment.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

City
Toyo
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kochi Prefecture
Sea Region
A reef in the entrance to Kannoura harbor, connected to a nearby island by a short breakwater.
Latitude
33.5379°
Longitude
134.3061°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kannoura(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M5585
NGA No.
10064
ARLHS No.
JPN-2487

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hasu Bae Lighthouse at night?+
Hasu Bae displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 Hasu Bae Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hasu Bae Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kannoura at 0.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Asakawa (6.4 NM NNE), Nahari (16 NM WSW), Hiwasa (16.7 NM NE), Murotsu, Kochi (17.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hasu Bae Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hasu Bae 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 Hasu Bae Lighthouse?+
Hasu Bae 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 Hasu Bae Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hasu Bae 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.