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Heyano Hana Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 13s🇯🇵Matsuyama, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Heyano Hana Lighthouse

The Heyano Hana lighthouse, established in 1971, is an 11.5-meter-tall cylindrical concrete structure. It has a two-stage form and a double gallery. Reaching a focal height of 53 meters, it produces a white light that flashes once every 13 seconds, with a geographic range of 19.1 nautical miles. This light is located on the westernmost point of Nakajima, an island in Japan's Inland Sea, around 16 kilometers northwest of Matsuyama. Visitors can access the site, but the tower is not open for entry.

Why it matters: This light marks the western limit of Nakajima island, serving as a navigation aid for local ferries and other vessels in the intricate waterways of the Inland Sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 13s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
13s
Raw Code
Fl W 13s
Focal Height
53m
Geographic Range
19.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1971

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: two-stage round concrete tower with double gallery

Location

City
Matsuyama
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ehime Prefecture
Sea Region
Western tip of the inhabited island of Nakajima in the Inland Sea, about 16 km northwest of Matsuyama.
Latitude
33.9694°
Longitude
132.5792°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ihota(7.0 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-106
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Heyano Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Heyano Hana displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 13s — 3 white flashes every 13 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Heyano Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Heyano Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ihota at 7.2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Osako (8.6 NM N), Matsuyama (8.7 NM SE), Tainouchi (8.9 NM N), Masaki (9.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Heyano Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Heyano Hana 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 Heyano Hana Lighthouse?+
Heyano Hana 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 Heyano Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Heyano Hana 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.