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Kusumi Hana Lighthouse

Fl Green 11s🇯🇵Kurashiki, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kusumi Hana Lighthouse

Also known as: Kusume

Constructed in 1942, the Kusumi Hana Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower painted green. It stands 11 meters tall with a focal height of 12 meters and features a gallery. The structure flares at the top and emits a green light that flashes once every 11 seconds. This lighthouse is situated near the headland of Kusumi Hana, close to the port of Shimotsui. Its geographic range extends to 11 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse helps vessels identify the Kusumi Hana headland, aiding safe navigation in the surrounding waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 11s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
11s
Raw Code
Fl G 11s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1942

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shimotsui(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M5737
NGA No.
8114
ARLHS No.
JPN-317

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, flared at the top, with gallery

Location

City
Kurashiki
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Okayama Prefecture
Sea Region
Kusumi (Kusume) Hana, Japan
Latitude
34.4291°
Longitude
133.8206°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kusumi Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Kusumi Hana displays the characteristic Fl Green 11s. 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 Kusumi Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kusumi Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shimotsui at 1.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Kotoura (2.8 NM NNE), Shibukawa (4.2 NM ENE), Hibi (5.6 NM ENE), Sakaide (5.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kusumi Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kusumi 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 Kusumi Hana Lighthouse?+
Kusumi 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 Kusumi Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kusumi 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.