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Hamada West Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇯🇵Hamada, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hamada West Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

A red, cylindrical concrete tower 9 meters tall stands on the north end of a detached breakwater west of Hamada harbor. It features a flared top and is attached to a single-story equipment shelter. The light emits a red flash every 6 seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. The structure is located 0.3 kilometers from the nearest port in Hamada. While the site is open for viewing, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels entering Hamada harbor and warns them of the detached breakwater on the west side.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Hamada
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Shimane Prefecture
Sea Region
Hamada harbor, marking the north end of a detached breakwater on the west side of the harbor.
Latitude
34.8925°
Longitude
132.0439°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hamada(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M7349.1.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with a flared top, attached to a 1-story concrete equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hamada West Outer Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Hamada West Outer Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 6s. 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 Hamada West Outer Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hamada West Outer Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hamada at 1.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Yoshiura (5.2 NM SW), Misumi, Shimane (8.6 NM SW), Masuda, Shimane (16.4 NM SW), Yunotsu (19 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hamada West Outer Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hamada West Outer 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 West Outer Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Hamada West Outer 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 West Outer Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hamada West Outer 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.