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Huku Se Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 5s🇯🇵Nagasaki Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Huku Se Lighthouse

This metal beacon is painted white and stands on piles. It emits a single white flash every 3 seconds from a focal height of 22 meters. Constructed with a square design, the structure was temporarily extinguished in 2016. Its geographic range extends to 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 3s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Nagasaki Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.1455°
Longitude
129.7156°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: Beacon, on piles. Temporarily extinguished (2016). BAHAMA ISLANDS 104

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5236
NGA No.
11928
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Huku Se Lighthouse at night?+
Huku Se displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 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 Huku Se Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Huku Se Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sasebo at 0.6 NM to the N. Other ports served include Haiki (1.3 NM N), Saza (1.3 NM N), Segawa (1.3 NM N), Usuno (1.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Huku Se Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Huku Se 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 Huku Se Lighthouse?+
Huku Se 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 Huku Se Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Huku Se 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.