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Abashiri South Breakwater East End Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇯🇵Abashiri, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Abashiri South Breakwater East End Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical concrete tower was built in 1994 and first lit the same year. Standing 13 meters tall, its light is visible for 12.2 nautical miles. It displays a single red flash every three seconds. The lighthouse marks the eastern end of Abashiri's extended south breakwater, defining the entrance to the city's new south harbor. This structure is accessible only by boat and is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves to guide vessels entering and departing Abashiri's new south harbor, marking the extended south breakwater and preventing groundings in the port approach.

Light & Optic

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

Construction & History

Year Built
1994

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Abashiri(0.4 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-2627

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

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

Location

City
Abashiri
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of the extended south breakwater, it defines the entrance to Abashiri city's new south harbor.
Latitude
44.0155°
Longitude
144.3030°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Abashiri South Breakwater East End Lighthouse at night?+
Abashiri South Breakwater East End displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Abashiri South Breakwater East End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Abashiri South Breakwater East End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Abashiri at 0.6 NM to the W. Other ports served include Tokoro (10.9 NM NW), Shibetsu (41.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Abashiri South Breakwater East End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Abashiri South Breakwater East 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 South Breakwater East End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Abashiri South Breakwater East 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.