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Kazekiri Hana Lighthouse

Oc (2) White 6s🇯🇵Matsuyama, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kazekiri Hana Lighthouse

Located near Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, the Kazekiro Hana light is an 8.5-meter white concrete post situated atop a 1-story concrete equipment shelter. Its light, at a focal height of 12 meters, produces two white flashes every 6 seconds and can be seen for 11 nautical miles. The structure is positioned at the northeastern extremity of Nuwa Shima. Visitors can access the grounds, but the tower is not open for entry. The nearest port is Ihota, 6.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The Kazekiro Hana light marks the northeastern point of Nuwa Shima, offering a reference for maritime traffic in this area frequented by local shipping and fishing vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc(2) W 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Matsuyama
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ehime Prefecture
Sea Region
extreme northeastern tip of Nuwa Shima
Latitude
33.9945°
Longitude
132.5664°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ihota(6.9 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-2390

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 8.5m concrete post, painted white, mounted on a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kazekiri Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Kazekiri Hana displays the characteristic Oc (2) White 6s — 2 white 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kazekiri Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kazekiri Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ihota at 7 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Osako (7.1 NM N), Tainouchi (7.4 NM N), Ryohshida (9.3 NM NNW), Okunouchi (9.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kazekiri Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kazekiri 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 Kazekiri Hana Lighthouse?+
Kazekiri 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 Kazekiri Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kazekiri 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.