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Saruga Hana Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇯🇵Matsue, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Saruga Hana Lighthouse

The Saruga Hana lighthouse stands as a cylindrical concrete tower, 10 meters tall, painted red. Its light is positioned 12 meters above sea level, emitting a red flash every 3 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. Situated on a forested promontory on the southern side of the Mihonoseki peninsula, it is located 0.7 kilometers from the nearest port, Eshima. The lighthouse guides vessels entering the inner harbor of Sakaiminato in Tottori Prefecture.

Why it matters: Saruga Hana is important for guiding vessels through the narrow channel into Sakaiminato's inner harbor, particularly along the southern side of the Mihonoseki peninsula.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Matsue
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Shimane Prefecture
Sea Region
South side of the Mihonoseki peninsula, guiding vessels in the inner harbor of Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture. Located on a forested promontory.
Latitude
35.5304°
Longitude
133.1955°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Eshima(0.7 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-1577
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Saruga Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Saruga Hana displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Saruga Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Saruga Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kitaura, Ehime at 2.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Shichirui (3.2 NM NNE), Sakaiminato (3.4 NM E), Hoda (3.7 NM NE), Kasaura (4.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Saruga Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Saruga 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 Saruga Hana Lighthouse?+
Saruga 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 Saruga Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Saruga 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.