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Nawasehana Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇯🇵Kyushu-West Coast, JPInactive

Location & Light Range

About Nawasehana Lighthouse

Nawasehana lighthouse stands on the Kyushu-West Coast. Its focal height reaches 175 meters above sea level. The light emitted has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. The characteristic of its light is a single white flash, repeated every 5 seconds.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
175m
Light Range
12NM (22.2 km)
Geographic Range
12NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4997
NGA No.
11160

Location

City
Kyushu-West Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
31.8777°
Longitude
129.8413°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Nawasehana Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 175 meters and a nominal range of 12 nautical miles (approximately 22.2 km), Nawasehana is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Nawasehana Lighthouse at night?+
Nawasehana displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Nawasehana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nawasehana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nakakoshiki at 2.7 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Higashisonogi-Gun Cho (10.1 NM NNE), Teuchi (16.2 NM SSW), Satsumasendai (18.2 NM E), Takanokuchi (19.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nawasehana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Nawasehana Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Nawasehana Lighthouse?+
Nawasehana 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 Nawasehana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nawasehana 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.