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Kushiro Nisi Kō Breakwater East Head Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇯🇵Kushiro, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kushiro Nisi Kō Breakwater East Head Lighthouse

Also known as: Nisiko

This concrete lighthouse stands 11 meters tall, with a focal height of 15 meters. Its cylindrical, round hourglass-shaped structure is painted white and topped with a lantern and gallery. Located at the end of the eastern breakwater for Kushiro Nisi Kō, it guides vessels the nearest port, Kushiro, which is 0.4 kilometers away. The lighthouse emits a green light that flashes once every 3 seconds, visible for 11.9 nautical miles. It is operational and serves as a marker for the harbor entrance.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for safe navigation into Kushiro Port, directly marking the eastern breakwater and preventing vessels from running aground. Its distinct green flash ensures that fishing boats and commercial ships can accurately locate the channel entrance, especially during adverse weather or low visibility.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Kushiro
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
Kushiro Nisi Kō (Nisiko) Breakwater East Head
Latitude
42.9892°
Longitude
144.3416°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round hourglass-shaped concrete tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kushiro(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M6814.4
NGA No.
0540
ARLHS No.
JPN-925
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kushiro Nisi Kō Breakwater East Head Lighthouse at night?+
Kushiro Nisi Kō Breakwater East Head displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kushiro Nisi Kō Breakwater East Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kushiro Nisi Kō Breakwater East Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Kushiro at 0.8 NM to the E. Other ports served include Shiro (1.2 NM ESE), Akkeshi (22.4 NM E), Kiritappu (34.9 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kushiro Nisi Kō Breakwater East Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kushiro Nisi Kō Breakwater East Head 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.
How can I track vessels near Kushiro Nisi Kō Breakwater East Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kushiro Nisi Kō Breakwater East Head 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.