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Kurakake Hana Lighthouse

Iso W 6s🇯🇵Eastern Shikoku, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kurakake Hana Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands 36 meters tall on the southern tip of Ishima, an island in Eastern Shikoku. Its cylindrical tower, painted white and red, features a gallery and rises from a single-story equipment room. The light emits a quick white flash every 6 seconds. The lighthouse's focal plane is 57 meters above sea level. Its geographic range is limited to 1 nautical mile.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Q.R.
Focal Height
57m
Geographic Range
1NM

Location

City
Eastern Shikoku
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.4785°
Longitude
134.0199°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: Square latticed tower, white daymark, red vertical stripe; 36

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5747.6
NGA No.
8064
ARLHS No.
JPN-305
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kurakake Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Kurakake Hana displays the characteristic Iso W 6s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Kurakake Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kurakake Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Naoshima at 2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Ieura (2.3 NM ENE), Uno (3.4 NM WNW), Futamado (3.5 NM W), Futamata, Kagoshima (3.5 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kurakake Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kurakake 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 Kurakake Hana Lighthouse?+
Kurakake 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 Kurakake Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kurakake 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.