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Tako Hana Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇯🇵Shimane, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tako Hana Lighthouse

Tako Hana is a conical tower constructed from fiberglass. The structure features a white glass-reinforced plastic body adorned with red bands. It stands at a focal height of 113 meters above sea level. The light emits a single white flash every 5 seconds. Its geographic range extends for 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
113m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Shimane
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.6025°
Longitude
133.0902°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
conical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: White glass reinforced plastic(grp) fiberglass tower, red banded, unknown rectangular

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7324
NGA No.
2004
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tako Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Tako Hana displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Tako Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tako Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kasaura at 2.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Kitaura, Ehime (4 NM SE), Shichirui (7.1 NM ESE), Etomo (7.3 NM SW), Hoda (8.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tako Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tako 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 Tako Hana Lighthouse?+
Tako 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 Tako Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tako 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.