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Hatsushima Lighthouse

Fl R 10s🇯🇵Shizuoka, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hatsushima Lighthouse

The Hatsushima Lighthouse stands 52 meters tall and is painted white. Its light displays a red flash followed by a green flash, repeating every 20 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 16 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 63 meters above sea level.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.R.G. period 20s
Focal Height
63m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
Shizuoka
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.0385°
Longitude
139.1696°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
52m
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower; 52

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6309
NGA No.
5444
Wikidata
Q11396472 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hatsushima Lighthouse at night?+
Hatsushima displays the characteristic Fl R 10s — 1 red flash every 10 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 Hatsushima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hatsushima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ajiro, Shizuoka at 4.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Itoh, Shizuoka (5.1 NM SW), Atami (5.6 NM NW), Manazuru (6.9 NM N), Omosu (14 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hatsushima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hatsushima 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 Hatsushima Lighthouse?+
Hatsushima 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 Hatsushima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hatsushima 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.