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Yatō Hana Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇯🇵Kumamoto Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yatō Hana Lighthouse

The Yatō Hana lighthouse features a white, round tower standing 30 meters tall. Its light is situated at a focal height of 38 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 3 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 7 nautical miles. The structure is located in the Kumamoto Area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 3s
Focal Height
38m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Kumamoto Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
32.9568°
Longitude
130.2245°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower; 30

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5179
NGA No.
11644
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yatō Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Yatō Hana displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 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 Yatō Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yatō Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Konagai at 2.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Taira (6.5 NM SE), Hamamatsu (9.4 NM NNW), Miike, Fukuoka (9.8 NM ENE), Kashima, Saga (10.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yatō Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yatō 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 Yatō Hana Lighthouse?+
Yatō 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 Yatō Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yatō 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.