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Ōgosi Hana Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 20s🇯🇵Izu and Ogasawara Islands, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ōgosi Hana Lighthouse

The Ōgosi Hana lighthouse is a 16-meter-tall orange metal tower with a round shape. It displays two white flashes every 10 seconds, with its light reaching a focal height of 99 meters. This reference light has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. The structure is visible 360 degrees.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 10s
Focal Height
99m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Izu and Ogasawara Islands
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.1540°
Longitude
139.7472°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
orange
Material
metal

Structure: Orange rectangular tower;16 Visible 360°. Reference light

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6279.6
NGA No.
4940
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ōgosi Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Ōgosi Hana displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 20s — 2 white flashes every 20 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 Ōgosi Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ōgosi 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 Ōgosi Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ōgosi 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 Ōgosi Hana Lighthouse?+
Ōgosi 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 Ōgosi Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ōgosi 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.