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Yamazaki Hana Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 13s🇯🇵Kōchi (Southern Shikoku), JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yamazaki Hana Lighthouse

This white, round concrete lighthouse stands on a 11-meter post. Its focal plane is 68 meters above sea level. The light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. A spotlight also illuminates a beacon on a nearby shoal. The structure is a square latticed tower, painted entirely white.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 13s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
13s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
68m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Kōchi (Southern Shikoku)
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.3832°
Longitude
133.2988°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: Square latticed tower

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5596.4
NGA No.
10196
ARLHS No.
JPN-752
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yamazaki Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Yamazaki Hana displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 13s — 3 white flashes every 13 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 Yamazaki Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yamazaki Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Susaki at 0.6 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Kaminokae (6.8 NM SSW), Usa/Tosa (8.3 NM ENE), Kochi (16.3 NM NE), Saga (20.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yamazaki Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yamazaki 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 Yamazaki Hana Lighthouse?+
Yamazaki 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 Yamazaki Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yamazaki 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.