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Hashidate Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) G 6s🇯🇵Ishikawa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hashidate Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse, built in 1985, stands on the outermost of several short breakwaters at Hashidate. The round tower measures 10 meters in height. It emits a single green flash every 6 seconds. The focal plane is situated 15 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. This structure is located in Ishikawa.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) G 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
F.W.
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1985

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7237.2
NGA No.
2732
ARLHS No.
JPN-1214

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Material
concrete

Location

City
Ishikawa
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
36.3600°
Longitude
136.3138°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hashidate Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Hashidate Kō Outer Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) G 6s — 2 green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hashidate Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hashidate Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ataka at 6 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Fukui (12.8 NM SW), Takasu, Fukui (18.5 NM SSW), Ukui (18.5 NM SSW), Kanazawa (20.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hashidate Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hashidate Kō 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 Hashidate Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Hashidate Kō 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 Hashidate Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hashidate Kō 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.