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Funagata West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 6s🇯🇵Tateyama, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Funagata West Breakwater Lighthouse

A cylindrical white concrete tower, the Funagata West Breakwater lighthouse stands 7 meters tall with a focal height of 10 meters. Its light emits a single green flash every 6 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. This structure marks the detached section of the west breakwater near Tateyama. It is located 1.9 kilometers from the nearest port. The lighthouse was built to aid navigation in the waters of Funagata.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe passage of vessels utilizing the Funagata port, clearly delineating the detached west breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Tateyama
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Chiba Prefecture
Sea Region
west breakwater of Funagata
Latitude
35.0217°
Longitude
139.8453°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tateyama(1.9 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-1306
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Funagata West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Funagata West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 6s — 2 green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Funagata West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Funagata West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tateyama at 1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Muya (2.6 NM WSW), Wada (8.4 NM E), Maguchi (11 NM NW), Kazusaminato (11.8 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Funagata West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Funagata 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 Funagata West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Funagata 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 Funagata West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Funagata 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.