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Hino Shima Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 6s🇯🇵Kamiamakusa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hino Shima Lighthouse

This 9.5-meter red concrete post lighthouse was built and first lit in 1959. It stands at the tip of a promontory that marks the south entrance to the passage between Amakusa Kami Shima and Hino Shima. The structure includes a lantern atop the post, and is attached to a square, one-story concrete equipment shelter, with the entire structure painted red. It emits a single red flash every 6 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is indispensable for safe navigation through the passage between Amakusa Kami Shima and Hino Shima, warning ships of the promontory at the channel's southern entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1959

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9.5m red concrete post with a lantern, attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter, painted entirely red.

Location

City
Kamiamakusa
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kumamoto Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the tip of a promontory marking the south entrance to the passage between Amakusa Kami Shima and Hino Shima.
Latitude
32.3855°
Longitude
130.4093°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Futamado(2.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M5139
NGA No.
11276
ARLHS No.
JPN-2095
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hino Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Hino Shima displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 6s — 2 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hino Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hino Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Himedo at 3 NM to the N. Other ports served include Tanasoko (3.6 NM WNW), Nagame (3.9 NM N), TAURA (5.1 NM ESE), Amura (8.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hino Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hino Shima 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 Hino Shima Lighthouse?+
Hino Shima 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 Hino Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hino Shima 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.