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Kushiro South Breakwater Lighthouse

Occ red 4s🇯🇵Eastern Hokkaidō, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kushiro South Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, round concrete tower stands 43 meters tall, with its light positioned 13 meters above sea level. It exhibits a red occulting light, flashing once every 4 seconds. The lighthouse was built and first lit in 2010, forming part of the breakwater complex in Eastern Hokkaidō. Its geographic range extends to 4 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ red 4s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc.R
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2010

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6815
NGA No.
0524
ARLHS No.
JPN-976

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
43m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red round concrete tower; 43

Location

City
Eastern Hokkaidō
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
42.9774°
Longitude
144.3583°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kushiro South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Kushiro South Breakwater displays the characteristic Occ red 4s — 1 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kushiro South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kushiro South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Shiro at 0.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Kushiro (0.6 NM N), Akkeshi (21.8 NM E), Kiritappu (34.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kushiro South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kushiro South 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.
How can I track vessels near Kushiro South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kushiro South 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.