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Yamada Kasana Hana Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇯🇵Yamada, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yamada Kasana Hana Lighthouse

Yamada Kasana Hana is an operational lighthouse located on a promontory at the entrance to Yamada Bay in Japan's Iwate Prefecture. This concrete post structure stands 8 meters tall with a focal height of 11 meters. It emits a white flash every 4 seconds, visible for 10.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is attached to a square, 1-story equipment room. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself remains closed to visitors. It is located 2.4 kilometers from the nearest port, Yamada.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for vessels entering and exiting Yamada Bay, serving as a clear navigational reference at the bay's entrance. It survived the 2011 tsunami, demonstrating its durable construction.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Survived 2011 tsunami

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Material
concrete

Structure: An 8m concrete post with a focal plane of 11m, attached to a square 1-story equipment room.

Location

City
Yamada
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Iwate Prefecture
Sea Region
Promontory at the entrance to Yamada Bay
Latitude
39.4768°
Longitude
142.0107°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yamada(2.4 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-750
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yamada Kasana Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Yamada Kasana 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 Yamada Kasana Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yamada Kasana Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yamada, Iwate at 1.7 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Iya (9.5 NM N), Miyako, Iwate (9.9 NM NNW), Kamaishi (13.6 NM SSW), Otsuchi (13.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yamada Kasana Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yamada Kasana 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.
How can I track vessels near Yamada Kasana Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yamada Kasana 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.