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Funakoshi East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇯🇵Yamada, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Funakoshi East Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: #Funakoshi East Breakwater

This red concrete post lighthouse, standing 9 meters tall, marked the eastern end of the main breakwater at Funakoshi harbor. It featured a lantern above a square, one-story equipment room. The focal height of the light was 10 meters, casting a red flash every 3 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. The structure was located on the main breakwater on the south side of Yamada in Iwate Prefecture. Unfortunately, the lighthouse sustained severe damage from the 2011 tsunami and was subsequently demolished. A new post light now stands at the location.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was essential for guiding vessels into and out of Funakoshi harbor, clearly defining the end of the main breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Demolished in 2011 after tsunami damage

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9m concrete post with a lantern, painted red, rising from a square 1-story equipment room.

Location

City
Yamada
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Iwate Prefecture
Sea Region
Funakoshi harbor on the south side of Yamada, at the end of the main breakwater.
Latitude
39.4224°
Longitude
141.9790°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yamada(2.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M6595.7
NGA No.
4072
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Funakoshi East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Funakoshi East Breakwater 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 Funakoshi East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Funakoshi East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yamada, Iwate at 2.3 NM to the N. Other ports served include Kamaishi (10 NM SSW), Otsuchi (10 NM SSW), Tagi (10 NM SSW), Iya (12.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Funakoshi East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Funakoshi East 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 Funakoshi East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Funakoshi East 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 Funakoshi East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Funakoshi East 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.