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Himi City Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇯🇵Himi, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Himi City Lighthouses Lighthouse

This lighthouse, first lit in 1939, marks the end of the north breakwater in Himi, Toyama Bay. The structure consists of an 11-meter red concrete post attached to a 1-story concrete equipment shelter. Its light emits a single red flash every 5 seconds and has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 12 meters above sea level. This post light is a functional element of the harbor's navigational aids.

Why it matters: It guides vessels navigating the breakwater into Himi harbor, serving local fishermen and commercial traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1939

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fushiki(5.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M7166
NGA No.
3044
ARLHS No.
JPN-1282

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: An 11m red concrete post is attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter.

Location

City
Himi
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Toyama Prefecture
Sea Region
Toyama Bay, marking the end of the north breakwater at Himi
Latitude
36.8633°
Longitude
136.9931°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Himi City Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Himi City Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Himi City Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Himi City Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fushikitoyama at 6.7 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Toyamashinko (8.3 NM SE), Nakanoto (8.5 NM NNW), Fushiki (8.9 NM SE), Hiki (8.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Himi City Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Himi City Lighthouses 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 Himi City Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Himi City Lighthouses 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 Himi City Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Himi City Lighthouses 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.