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Abashiri Island Breakwater North End Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇯🇵Abashiri, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Abashiri Island Breakwater North End Lighthouse

A white, round cylindrical concrete tower stands 12 meters tall on the northern end of a detached breakwater. This structure, which includes a lantern and gallery, was built and first lit in 2000. Its focal plane is 16 meters above sea level, emitting a green flashing light every 3 seconds. The lighthouse is located 0.1 kilometers from the nearest port at Abashiri. This light has a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for the safe navigation of ships entering Abashiri's new south harbor, particularly those traversing the Sea of Okhotsk. It precisely marks the north end of the detached breakwater, preventing vessels from encountering this submerged barrier.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2000

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Abashiri(0.1 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-933

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Location

City
Abashiri
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
A detached breakwater sheltering the city's new south harbor, located at the north end of the breakwater.
Latitude
44.0129°
Longitude
144.2963°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Abashiri Island Breakwater North End Lighthouse at night?+
Abashiri Island Breakwater North End displays the characteristic Fl Green 3s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Abashiri Island Breakwater North End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Abashiri Island Breakwater North End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Abashiri at 0.3 NM to the W. Other ports served include Tokoro (10.8 NM NW), Shibetsu (42 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Abashiri Island Breakwater North End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Abashiri Island Breakwater North End 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 Abashiri Island Breakwater North End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Abashiri Island Breakwater North End 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.