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Ōgoshi Hana Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇯🇵Tokyo, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ōgoshi Hana Lighthouse

Also known as: Ōgosi

Constructed in 1961, Ōgoshi Hana Lighthouse is a 15-meter-high cylindrical concrete structure. Its lamp is situated at a focal height of 99 meters, projecting a white flash every 20 seconds across a distance of 24.8 nautical miles. The tower features a lantern and gallery. Situated on the Ōgoshi Hana headland, the structure is about 45.4 kilometers from Mikurajima, the closest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid, marking the Ōgoshi Hana headland. Its light assists in the safe transit of ships in the area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
99m
Geographic Range
24.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1961

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mikurajima(45.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M6279.6
NGA No.
4940
ARLHS No.
JPN-452

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Tokyo
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hachijō Subprefecture
Sea Region
Ōgoshi Hana headland, Japan
Latitude
33.1540°
Longitude
139.7473°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ōgoshi Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Ōgoshi Hana displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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 Ōgoshi Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ōgoshi Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Yaene at 3.9 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Kaminato (4.1 NM ESE), Aogashima (42.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ōgoshi Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ōgoshi 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 Ōgoshi Hana Lighthouse?+
Ōgoshi 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 Ōgoshi Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ōgoshi 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.