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Hiyori Yama Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 20s🇯🇵Otaru, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hiyori Yama Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse, first lit in 1883, stands 10 meters tall with its lantern and gallery atop a round cylindrical tower. It features red and white horizontal bands and rises from a one-story keeper's house. The focal height is 50 meters, and its geographic range extends to 18.7 nautical miles. The light emits white flashes, with a characteristic of two white flashes every 20 seconds. It is situated at the end of a sharp promontory that shelters the harbor of Otaru, approximately 8 kilometers north of the waterfront.

Why it matters: Hiyori Yama lighthouse is important for guiding ships entering and departing Otaru Harbor, a significant Japanese port. Its striking red and white bands also make it a recognizable landmark.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
50m
Geographic Range
18.7NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1883

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Otaru(2.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M6996
NGA No.
1212
ARLHS No.
JPN-131

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, rising from a 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Otaru
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
end of a sharp promontory that shelters the harbor of Otaru, about 8 km north of the Otaru waterfront
Latitude
43.2383°
Longitude
141.0156°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hiyori Yama Lighthouse at night?+
Hiyori Yama displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hiyori Yama Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hiyori Yama Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Otaru at 2.3 NM to the S. Other ports served include Yoichi (10.4 NM W), Ishikari (12.2 NM E), Ishikariwan Shinko (12.5 NM E), Wan (15.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hiyori Yama Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hiyori Yama 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 Hiyori Yama Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hiyori Yama 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.