Hiuramisaki Lighthouse

With a focal height of 23 meters and a nominal range of 14 nautical miles (approximately 25.9 km), Hiuramisaki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.

Hiuramisaki displays the characteristic Occ (2) WR 12s — 2 wr flashes every 12 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Hiuramisaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Toyoura at 1.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Odoh (7.7 NM NE), Todohokke (7.7 NM NE), Usujiri (13.4 NM NNW), Oma (13.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Yes, Hiuramisaki 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.

Hiuramisaki 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.

You can track vessels near Hiuramisaki 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.