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Kure Aga Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇯🇵Kure, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kure Aga Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Kure Aga Kō West Breakwater (Hiro Wan Aga Oki)

Built in 1978, this 10-meter-high, square skeletal tower with an enclosed upper section marks the southern end of a detached breakwater. Its focal height is 12 meters, providing a 11-nautical-mile visibility range. The structure emits a red light, flashing red once every 3 seconds (Fl R 3s), serving as a reference point for vessels entering Kure's commercial harbor. Located on the breakwater protecting the port, access is restricted to sea.

Why it matters: This structure marks the southern end of the detached breakwater for Kure's commercial harbor, aiding safe navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1978

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kure, Hiroshima(3.0 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red

Structure: square skeletal tower with enclosed upper portion

Location

City
Kure
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hiroshima Prefecture
Sea Region
south end of a detached breakwater protecting Kure's commercial harbor
Latitude
34.2194°
Longitude
132.5957°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kure Aga Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Kure Aga Kō West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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 Kure Aga Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kure Aga Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kure, Hiroshima at 1.7 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Kure, Kochi (2.4 NM WNW), Hatami (3.2 NM SW), Mitsukoshima (4.5 NM WSW), Okunouchi (5.1 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kure Aga Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kure Aga 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 Kure Aga Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Kure Aga 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 Kure Aga Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kure Aga 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.