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Hamada North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇯🇵Hamada, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hamada North Breakwater Lighthouse

Located at the west end of the original detached north breakwater of Hamada harbor, this operational light is housed in a round brick tower standing 10.5 meters tall. The tower rises from a single-story equipment building and emits a white light with one flash every 12 seconds. With a focal height of 14 meters, it offers a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The site is accessible, but the tower itself is closed to the public. The light is situated 0.7 kilometers from the nearest port, Hamada, serving as a marker for maritime traffic.

Why it matters: This light is essential for the safe navigation of ships utilizing Hamada harbor, particularly those approaching or departing the port via its northern entrance. Its white light clearly delineates the end of the breakwater, preventing collisions with the structure.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Hamada
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Shimane Prefecture
Sea Region
West end of the original detached north breakwater of Hamada harbor.
Latitude
34.8961°
Longitude
132.0573°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hamada(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M7348.5
NGA No.
1844
ARLHS No.
JPN-713

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
brick

Structure: round brick tower, rising from a 1-story equipment building

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hamada North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Hamada North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hamada North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hamada North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hamada at 1.3 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Yoshiura (5.7 NM SW), Misumi, Shimane (9.2 NM SW), Masuda, Shimane (17 NM SW), Yunotsu (18.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hamada North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hamada North 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 Hamada North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Hamada North 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 Hamada North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hamada North 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.