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Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl G 4s🇯🇵Southwestern Honshū, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse

Located near Southwestern Honshū, this operational lighthouse stands at a focal height of 12 meters. Its light characteristic is a single green flash, repeating every 4 seconds. This navigational aid marks the Kō North Breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.G. period 4s
Focal Height
12m

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7240
NGA No.
2704

Location

City
Southwestern Honshū
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
36.2176°
Longitude
136.1271°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Kō North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl G 4s — 1 green flash every 4 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 Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fukui at 0.9 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Takasu, Fukui (9.7 NM SSE), Ukui (9.7 NM SSE), Ataka (18.4 NM NE), Shiraki (29.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, 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 Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
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 Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near 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.