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Hanasaki Lighthouse

Occ WR 8s🇯🇵Hokkaido-South Coast, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hanasaki Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse was built in 1890 and first lit the same year. The cylindrical tower stands 10 meters tall and is painted white with a broad red horizontal band below the gallery. Its focal height reaches 31 meters above sea level. The light cycles through white and red depending on the direction, with a geographic range of 13 nautical miles. A foghorn operates with a 5-second blast followed by a 10-second silence.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ WR 8s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc.W.R
Focal Height
31m
Light Range
13NM (24.1 km)
Geographic Range
13NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1890

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6836
NGA No.
0472
ARLHS No.
JPN-085
Wikidata
Q11615171 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with a broad red horizontal band below the gallery
Material
concrete

Structure: White tower, red banded; 33. R. 217°-257°, W.-282°, R.- 295°, W.-323°, R.-010°, W.-148°

Location

City
Hokkaido-South Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
43.2785°
Longitude
145.5890°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Hanasaki Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 31 meters and a nominal range of 13 nautical miles (approximately 24.1 km), Hanasaki is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Hanasaki Lighthouse at night?+
Hanasaki displays the characteristic Occ WR 8s — 1 wr flash every 8 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.
Which ports and harbors does Hanasaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hanasaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nasa at 0.4 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Hanasaki (0.6 NM WNW), Nemuro (3.3 NM N), Kiritappu (23.4 NM WSW), Shibetsu (30.3 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hanasaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hanasaki 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.
How can I track vessels near Hanasaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hanasaki 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.