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Kanazawa East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇯🇵Yokohama, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kanazawa East Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Kanazawa East Breakwater (Negishi Wan)

The Kanazawa East Breakwater Lighthouse is a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 11 meters tall, with its lantern and gallery situated 13 meters above the water. This active light emits a single green flash every 4 seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. It is positioned at the termination of the Kanazawa breakwater, a district on the south side of Yokohama. The harbor here is frequently utilized by pleasure craft, making the lighthouse a key navigational marker. The tower is painted white and features a round concrete structure.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of pleasure craft in Kanazawa harbor, a popular recreational boating area within Yokohama, by marking the precise end of the East Breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Yokohama
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kanagawa Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of the breakwater of Kanazawa, a district on the south side of Yokohama, whose harbor is frequently used by pleasure craft.
Latitude
35.3785°
Longitude
139.6582°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yokohama(2.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M6380
NGA No.
5144
ARLHS No.
JPN-1403
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kanazawa East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Kanazawa East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 Kanazawa East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kanazawa East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yokohama at 2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Oppama (5.1 NM SSW), Yokosuka (5.5 NM SSE), Hayama (5.7 NM S), Zushi (6.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kanazawa East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kanazawa East 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 Kanazawa East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Kanazawa East 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 Kanazawa East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kanazawa East 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.