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Himi Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl R 5s🇯🇵Toyama and Niigata, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Himi Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, round concrete tower stands 28 meters tall. Its focal plane is situated 12 meters above the water. The structure emits a single red flash every 5 seconds. The operational light has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Toyama and Niigata
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
36.8633°
Longitude
136.9931°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red round concrete tower; 28

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7166
NGA No.
3044
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Himi Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Himi Kō North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl R 5s — 1 red flash every 5 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 Himi Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Himi Kō North Breakwater 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 Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Himi Kō North 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 Himi Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Himi Kō North 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 Himi Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Himi Kō North 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.