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Tsuyazaki (Tuyasaki, Tuyasaki) Hana Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇯🇵Fukutsu, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tsuyazaki (Tuyasaki, Tuyasaki) Hana Lighthouse

The Tsuyazaki Lighthouse, erected in 1964, is situated on Tsuyazaki Point in Fukutsu City, Fukuoka Prefecture. The structure is a cylindrical concrete tower, 9 meters in height, built upon a square, two-story concrete equipment building. Its illumination produces a white flash every four seconds (Fl W 4s) from a focal plane of 65 meters, with a visibility range of 20.8 nautical miles. Visitors can access the site, though entry into the tower is restricted. Tsuyazaki Hana is positioned near the port of Ohshima, about 6.5 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: This lighthouse functions as a navigation aid, marking the local coastline for maritime traffic in this part of Japan.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
65m
Geographic Range
20.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1964

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower rising from a square 2-story concrete equipment room

Location

City
Fukutsu
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Fukuoka Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at Tsuyazaki Hana (also known as Tuyasaki), a point on the coast of Japan.
Latitude
33.7865°
Longitude
130.4492°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ohshima, Fukuoka(6.5 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-705
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tsuyazaki (Tuyasaki, Tuyasaki) Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Tsuyazaki (Tuyasaki, Tuyasaki) Hana displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Tsuyazaki (Tuyasaki, Tuyasaki) Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tsuyazaki (Tuyasaki, Tuyasaki) Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hakata/Fukuoka at 10.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Kasuya (10.3 NM S), Hakata (10.6 NM SSW), Koza (11.5 NM SSW), Ashiya, Fukuoka (12.3 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tsuyazaki (Tuyasaki, Tuyasaki) Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tsuyazaki (Tuyasaki, Tuyasaki) 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 Tsuyazaki (Tuyasaki, Tuyasaki) Hana Lighthouse?+
Tsuyazaki (Tuyasaki, Tuyasaki) 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 Tsuyazaki (Tuyasaki, Tuyasaki) Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tsuyazaki (Tuyasaki, Tuyasaki) 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.