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Fukushima Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 6s🇯🇵Kushima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fukushima Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

A 10-meter red concrete post, cylindrical in shape, rises from a square, single-story concrete equipment room. This structure marks the extremity of a detached breakwater serving Fukushima harbor. Its focal height reaches 15 meters, emitting a red light that flashes once every 6 seconds. The lighthouse is situated at the confluence of open sea and the sheltered port, a location requiring careful navigation. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for mariners approaching Fukushima harbor, specifically marking the end of the west breakwater. Its red flashes provide a clear warning, preventing vessels from colliding with the structure, thereby ensuring safe entry and exit from the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Kushima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Miyazaki Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of detached breakwater at Fukushima.
Latitude
31.4464°
Longitude
131.1975°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shibushi(5.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4857
NGA No.
10885

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 10m red concrete post rising from a square 1-story concrete equipment room.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fukushima Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Fukushima Kō West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 6s — 2 red flashes every 6 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Fukushima Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fukushima Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fukushima, Miyazaki at 1.6 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Shibushi (4.6 NM WNW), Kuroi (6.1 NM SE), Tonoura (10.1 NM ENE), Hami (10.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fukushima Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fukushima 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 Fukushima Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Fukushima 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 Fukushima Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fukushima 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.