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Karaziro Hana Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇯🇵Kamiamakusa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Karaziro Hana Lighthouse

Also known as: Karajiro

Constructed in 1972, the Karaziro Hana lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 9.5 meters tall. Its design resembles a round bottle, and it features a gallery. The structure is attached to a single-story equipment building. From a focal height of 32 meters, it emits a white flash every three seconds, visible for 15.7 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port, Tanasoko, is located 1.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides a necessary visual reference for vessels navigating the coastline of Kumamoto Prefecture.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1972

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round bottle-shaped concrete tower with gallery, attached to a 1-story equipment room

Location

City
Kamiamakusa
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kumamoto Prefecture
Latitude
32.3772°
Longitude
130.3560°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tanasoko(1.9 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Karaziro Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Karaziro Hana displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Karaziro Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Karaziro Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tanasoko at 1.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Himedo (4.7 NM NE), Nagame (5.5 NM NE), Amatsuke (6.8 NM W), Shimotsuura (7.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Karaziro Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Karaziro 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 Karaziro Hana Lighthouse?+
Karaziro 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 Karaziro Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Karaziro 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.