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Hizen Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse

Occ W 4s🇯🇵Gotō Islands, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hizen Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white, cylindrical concrete tower. Its focal height measures 10 meters above sea level. The light emits an occulting white signal on a 4-second cycle. A radar reflector is also incorporated into the structure.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ W 4s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc.W. period 4s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Gotō Islands
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.2720°
Longitude
129.1568°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White cylindrical tower. Radar reflector

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5017.7
NGA No.
12744
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hizen Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Hizen Nagasaki Hana displays the characteristic Occ W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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.
Which ports and harbors does Hizen Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hizen Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tsuyoshi at 15.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Ikitsuki (15.4 NM ENE), Aokata (17.9 NM SSW), Arikawa (17.9 NM SSW), Enokizu (17.9 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hizen Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hizen Nagasaki 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 Hizen Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse?+
Hizen Nagasaki 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 Hizen Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hizen Nagasaki 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.