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Tsubune Hana Lighthouse

🇯🇵Kainan, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tsubune Hana Lighthouse

Also known as: Tubune

This white, cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 9.5 meters tall with its light positioned 29 meters above sea level. It is located in Kainan, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, on Tsubune Cape, approximately 0.7 kilometers from the nearest port of Shimotsu. The structure is described as a round, hourglass-shaped concrete tower. It emits a light with a geographic range of 15.1 nautical miles. The lighthouse has been operational and serves as a navigational aid.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for marking Tsubune Hana, a significant coastal feature, and guiding vessels navigating the area. Its distinctive hourglass-shaped tower adds a unique architectural element to the coastline.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Location

City
Kainan
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Wakayama Prefecture
Sea Region
Tsubune Hana, Japan
Latitude
34.1302°
Longitude
135.1216°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round hourglass-shaped white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shimotsu(0.7 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-685
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Tsubune Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tsubune Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shimotsu at 1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Kainan (4.2 NM N), Wakayama (4.2 NM N), Yuasahiro (6.4 NM SSE), Yura, Wakayama (10.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tsubune Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tsubune 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 Tsubune Hana Lighthouse?+
Tsubune 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 Tsubune Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tsubune 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.