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Hakodate West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) R 6s🇯🇵Southern Hokkaidō, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hakodate West Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical concrete tower stands 13 meters tall. It was built and first lit in 2023, and its focal plane is also 13 meters above the water. The lighthouse emits two red flashes every 6 seconds. The structure itself is 14 meters high. This modern structure serves as a navigational aid.

Why it matters: This light and an adjacent light flank the main entrance to the port of Hakodate.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) R 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
12NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2023

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6706
NGA No.
0900
ARLHS No.
JPN-862
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Tower & Structure

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

Structure: Red round concrete tower; 46

Location

City
Southern Hokkaidō
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
41.7951°
Longitude
140.6988°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hakodate West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Hakodate West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) R 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 Hakodate West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hakodate West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hakodate at 0.4 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Date (1.1 NM SE), Usujiri (13.9 NM NE), Toyoura (17.2 NM E), Oma (18.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hakodate West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hakodate 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 Hakodate West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Hakodate 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 Hakodate West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hakodate 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.