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Kukedo Hana Lighthouse

Occ W 4s🇯🇵Shimane, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kukedo Hana Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a 13-meter round tower constructed from green fiberglass. The structure stands on a focal height of 34 meters above sea level. It emits a single white flash every 3 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 7 nautical miles. The tower itself is made of green glass reinforced plastic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ W 4s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 3s
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Shimane
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.5778°
Longitude
133.0482°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
green
Material
fiberglass

Structure: Green glass reinforced plastic(grp) fiberglass tower; 13

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7324.4
NGA No.
2000
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kukedo Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Kukedo 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 Kukedo Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kukedo Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kasaura at 4.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include Etomo (4.8 NM SW), Kitaura, Ehime (5.3 NM E), Aikakita (6.6 NM WSW), Matsue (8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kukedo Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kukedo 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 Kukedo Hana Lighthouse?+
Kukedo 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 Kukedo Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kukedo 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.