Ayoro Hana Lighthouse

With a focal height of 42 meters and a nominal range of 18 nautical miles (approximately 33.3 km), Ayoro Hana is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.

Ayoro Hana displays the characteristic Fl WR 16s — 1 wr flash every 16 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. The wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Ayoro Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Noboribetsu at 1.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Shiraoi (6.7 NM NE), Muroran (12.2 NM WSW), Tomakomai (22 NM ENE), Youra (23 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Ayoro Hana Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.

You can track vessels near Ayoro 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.