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Sawasaki Hana Lighthouse

Fl W 30s🇯🇵Toyama and Niigata, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sawasaki Hana Lighthouse

Also known as: Sawasaki Hana Lighthouse

Sawasaki Hana lighthouse stands 20 meters tall with a focal height of 41 meters. This square concrete structure is painted white. It operates exclusively after dark, emitting a single white flash every 10 seconds. The light has a geographic range of 18 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
41m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Toyama and Niigata
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
37.8218°
Longitude
138.2067°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: Square latticed tower; 20. Operates at night only

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7103
NGA No.
3216
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sawasaki Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Sawasaki Hana displays the characteristic Fl W 30s — 1 white flash every 30 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 Sawasaki Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sawasaki Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ogi, Niigata at 3.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Hamochi (4.9 NM E), Futami, Niigata (9.7 NM NNE), Akadomari (10.6 NM ENE), OTA (14.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sawasaki Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sawasaki 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 Sawasaki Hana Lighthouse?+
Sawasaki 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 Sawasaki Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sawasaki 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.