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Kanazawa Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇯🇵Kanazawa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kanazawa Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

This navigational aid is a 10-meter concrete post, painted entirely red and attached to a single-story equipment shelter. It stands 13 meters above sea level, emitting a red flash every 4 seconds. The lighthouse is situated near the west breakwater of Kanazawa Port, approximately 2.1 kilometers from the main harbor. Its operational status is confirmed, and it has a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The structure serves to mark the western edge of the breakwater protecting Kanazawa.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's red flash warns vessels of the west breakwater's presence, which is essential for preventing collisions and grounding when entering or leaving Kanazawa Port.

Light & Optic

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

Location

City
Kanazawa
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ishikawa Prefecture
Sea Region
Located near the west breakwater of Kanazawa.
Latitude
36.6067°
Longitude
136.5809°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 10m concrete post, painted entirely red, is attached to a square 1-story equipment shelter.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kanazawa(2.1 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-1220
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kanazawa Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Kanazawa Kō West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kanazawa Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kanazawa Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kanazawa at 1 NM to the E. Other ports served include Ataka (13.9 NM SW), Fushikitoyama (26.8 NM ENE), Nakanoto (27.3 NM NE), Toyamashinko (27.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kanazawa Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kanazawa Kō West 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 Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Kanazawa Kō West 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 Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kanazawa Kō West 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.