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Mese Hana Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇯🇵Northern Kyūshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mese Hana Lighthouse

The Mese Hana lighthouse is a grey metal framework tower that stands 30 meters tall. Its light is white and exhibits a single white flash every 3 seconds. The focal height of the light reaches 36 meters above sea level. Constructed of metal, this structure serves as a navigational aid in the Northern Kyūshū region.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has a geographic range of 3 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 3s
Focal Height
36m
Geographic Range
3NM

Location

City
Northern Kyūshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.5291°
Longitude
129.9573°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Color
grey
Material
metal

Structure: Grey metal framework tower; 30

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5269
NGA No.
12240
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mese Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Mese Hana displays the characteristic Fl 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 Mese Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mese Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Karatsu at 2.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Tobo (3 NM SSW), Yobuko (3.3 NM WNW), Kafuri (10.2 NM E), Fukushima, Nagasaki (13.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mese Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mese 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 Mese Hana Lighthouse?+
Mese 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 Mese Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mese 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.