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Hamasaka Kō Northeast Detached Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇯🇵Shin-onsen, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hamasaka Kō Northeast Detached Breakwater Lighthouse

This 10-meter white cylindrical post stands atop a square, one-story equipment shelter at the west end of the northeast breakwater near Shin-onsen, Japan. Its focal height reaches 13 meters, emitting a green light with a flashing red characteristic. This post, located 0.3 km from the nearest port of Hamasaka, is operational and has a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. While the site is accessible, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This light guides vessels past the northeast breakwater of Hamasaka Port, preventing collisions and ensuring safe passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.R
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Shin-onsen
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hyogo Prefecture
Sea Region
west end of the northeast breakwater
Latitude
35.6339°
Longitude
134.4441°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hamasaka(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M7283.59
NGA No.
2344

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: A 10m white cylindrical post centered on a square 1-story equipment shelter.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hamasaka Kō Northeast Detached Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Hamasaka Kō Northeast Detached Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 Hamasaka Kō Northeast Detached Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hamasaka Kō Northeast Detached Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hamasaka at 0.3 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Tajiri, Tottori (6.6 NM WSW), Shibayama (10.8 NM E), Yasugi (12.8 NM E), Tottori (13.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hamasaka Kō Northeast Detached Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hamasaka Kō Northeast Detached 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 Hamasaka Kō Northeast Detached Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Hamasaka Kō Northeast Detached 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 Hamasaka Kō Northeast Detached Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hamasaka Kō Northeast Detached 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.