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Ūtaga Hana Lighthouse

Oc White 6s🇯🇵Kihoku, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ūtaga Hana Lighthouse

Also known as: Ūtaga Hana (Utaka Bana)

Built in 1969, this lighthouse stands as an 8-meter cylindrical concrete post, painted white. It features a small, single-story equipment shelter at its base. The focal height of the light is 48 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits an occulting white light, with a 6-second cycle. Its geographic range extends to 18.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for small fishing and recreational boats navigating the promontory that shelters Shiroura harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc W 6s
Focal Height
48m
Geographic Range
18.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1969

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: An 8m cylindrical concrete post with a small 1-story equipment shelter, painted white.

Location

City
Kihoku
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Mie Prefecture
Sea Region
promontory sheltering the small boat harbor of Shiroura
Latitude
34.1319°
Longitude
136.2887°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hikimoto(3.3 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-731
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ūtaga Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Ūtaga Hana displays the characteristic Oc White 6s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ūtaga Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ūtaga Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hikimoto at 2.6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Nagashima (5 NM NNE), Owase (5.3 NM SW), Nishiki (7.2 NM NE), Nigishima (12.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ūtaga Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ūtaga 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 Ūtaga Hana Lighthouse?+
Ūtaga 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 Ūtaga Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ūtaga 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.