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Ena Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇯🇵Iwaki, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ena Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: #Ena Kō West Breakwater (?)

This lighthouse, situated 0.2 km from Ena port in Iwaki, Fukushima Prefecture, marked the inner breakwater's eastern extent. The structure consisted of a 13m white cylindrical concrete post mounted on a square, single-story concrete equipment shelter. Its light produced a green flash with a 5-second period (Fl G 5s). The lighthouse ceased operations in 2017 and was dismantled between 2019 and 2020. The site remains accessible, but the tower is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The light served as a navigation aid for vessels entering and leaving Ena harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Light Range
6NM (11.1 km)

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since 2017, removed 2019-20

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: A 13m concrete post attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter. The entire structure was painted white.

Location

City
Iwaki
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Fukushima Prefecture
Sea Region
Ena harbor, Japan, protecting the inner breakwater, about 8 km east of Onahama
Latitude
36.9671°
Longitude
140.9592°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ena(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M6508
NGA No.
4560
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ena Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Ena Kō West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 Ena Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ena Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ena at 0.1 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Nakanosaku (0.6 NM SW), Ishiwaki (3.5 NM SW), Onahama (4.2 NM WSW), Yotsukura (8.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ena Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ena Kō West Breakwater 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 Ena Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Ena Kō West Breakwater 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 Ena Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ena Kō West Breakwater 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.