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Kakarisaki Hana Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 6s🇯🇵Goto, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kakarisaki Hana Lighthouse

Also known as: Kakarisaki Hana (Kakarisaki Bana)

This 9.5-meter cylindrical concrete tower, built in 1976, stands on the southern tip of Naru Shima, illuminating a nearby reef. The lighthouse emits a green flash every 6 seconds from a focal height of 21 meters, with a geographic range of 13.4 nautical miles. Its location is approximately 2.5 kilometers west of Narushima harbor. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed. This structure serves to guide mariners around the promontory.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's continuous white spotlight specifically warns vessels of a dangerous reef, making it a critical aid for safe passage around Naru Shima and near Narushima harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1976

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower

Location

City
Goto
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Nagasaki Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on the tip of a promontory on the south side of Naru Shima, about 2.5 km west of Narushima harbor, illuminating a nearby reef.
Latitude
32.8208°
Longitude
128.9145°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shukunoura(8.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M5008.6
NGA No.
12956
USCG No.
JCG-6142
ARLHS No.
JPN-2194
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kakarisaki Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Kakarisaki Hana displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 6s — 2 green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kakarisaki Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kakarisaki Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Origami at 2.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Arao (7.6 NM E), Narao (7.6 NM E), Goto (9.2 NM SSW), Aokata (12.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kakarisaki Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kakarisaki 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 Kakarisaki Hana Lighthouse?+
Kakarisaki 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 Kakarisaki Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kakarisaki 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.