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Ōita Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 6s🇯🇵Oita, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ōita Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 8.5 meters tall at the end of a detached breakwater in Oita, Japan. The structure features a round concrete tower with a flared top, connected to a one-story concrete equipment room. Its light emits a single red flash every 6 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. The tower's focal height is 12 meters above the water. While the site is accessible, the tower itself is closed to the public. The lighthouse is located approximately 4.9 kilometers from the nearest port, Saganoseki.

Why it matters: This lighthouse clearly marks the extremity of the detached breakwater at the busy Ōita waterfront, providing a critical visual cue for vessels approaching the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Oita
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Oita Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of a detached breakwater at the northeast end of the Ōita waterfront.
Latitude
33.2609°
Longitude
131.7671°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saganoseki(4.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4947.09
NGA No.
9338
USCG No.
JCG-4982.6

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with a flared top, attached to a small 1-story concrete equipment room

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ōita Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Ōita Northeast Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 6s — 2 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ōita Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ōita Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Oita at 5.1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Saganoseki (5.3 NM E), Usuki (8.3 NM SSE), Morie (10.9 NM NNW), Tsukumi (11.9 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ōita Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ōita Northeast 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 Ōita Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Ōita Northeast 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 Ōita Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ōita Northeast 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.