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Takada Hana Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇯🇵Shimane, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Takada Hana Lighthouse

The Takada Hana lighthouse was constructed in 1950 and first lit the same year. This round concrete tower stands 15 meters tall and exhibits a white and red color scheme. Its light emits a single white flash every 3 seconds. The lighthouse is situated atop a steep promontory on the southeastern point of Nakanoshima. It has a geographic range of 4 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
F.R.
Focal Height
105m
Geographic Range
4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1950

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7322
NGA No.
2136
ARLHS No.
JPN-613

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: Quadrilateral latticed tower, red and white daymark; 15. LAMALINE HARBOR:

Location

City
Shimane
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
36.0505°
Longitude
133.1032°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Takada Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Takada Hana displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 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 Takada Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Takada Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Minami at 1.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Chichii (1.7 NM NNE), Ama, Hyogo (3.2 NM NNW), Kurii (3.5 NM WSW), Nakanoshima (3.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Takada Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Takada 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 Takada Hana Lighthouse?+
Takada 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 Takada Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Takada 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.