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Higashi-Hazu Kō Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse

Fl (3) Red 12s🇯🇵Nishio, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Higashi-Hazu Kō Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a red, cylindrical concrete tower standing 9 meters tall, situated at the west end of a detached breakwater. Its focal height reaches 12 meters, casting a red light that flashes once every 12 seconds. The structure features a flared top and is connected to a small equipment shelter. It is located 0.4 kilometers from the nearest port, Higashihazu, and has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The site is accessible by boat, though the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the western extremity of the breakwater protecting Higashi-Hazu harbor, guiding vessels into the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) Red 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl R 12s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Nishio
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aichi Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the west end of a detached breakwater protecting Higashi-Hazu harbor.
Latitude
34.7847°
Longitude
137.1328°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Higashihazu(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M6196.5
NGA No.
5924
USCG No.
JCG-2574

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round concrete tower with a flared top, attached to a small equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Higashi-Hazu Kō Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse at night?+
Higashi-Hazu Kō Detached Breakwater West End displays the characteristic Fl (3) Red 12s — 3 red flashes every 12 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 Higashi-Hazu Kō Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Higashi-Hazu Kō Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Higashihazu at 0.4 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Kuramai (2 NM ESE), Yoshida, Aichi (2.2 NM W), Mikawa (3.3 NM ENE), Gamagori (5.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Higashi-Hazu Kō Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Higashi-Hazu Kō Detached Breakwater West End 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 Higashi-Hazu Kō Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse?+
Higashi-Hazu Kō Detached Breakwater West End 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 Higashi-Hazu Kō Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Higashi-Hazu Kō Detached Breakwater West End 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.