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Kōwa Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse

F Red 5s🇯🇵Mihama, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kōwa Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse

A red concrete post lighthouse, 8.5 meters in height, was first lit in 1962. The structure includes a 1-story concrete equipment room and is painted entirely red. It stands 10 meters above sea level, emitting a flashing red light every 5 seconds with a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. Located at the end of the south breakwater at Kōwa Kō, it marks the river entrance on its south side and the northern edge of the modern harbor. The lighthouse is positioned about 0.5 km from the port of Kowa and is situated on the east side of the Chita Peninsula.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is critical for the safe navigation of vessels entering and departing Kōwa Kō, warning mariners of the south breakwater's presence and extent.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red 5s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
F.Fl R 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1962

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kowa(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M6162
NGA No.
6000
ARLHS No.
JPN-1699

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 8.5m concrete post attached to a 1-story concrete equipment room, painted entirely red.

Location

City
Mihama
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aichi Prefecture
Sea Region
Kōwa Kō is on the east side of the Chita Peninsula about 8 km (5 mi) south of Taketoyo. Located at the end of a breakwater on the south side of the river entrance, but the north side of the modern harbor.
Latitude
34.7773°
Longitude
136.9168°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kōwa Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Kōwa Kō South Breakwater displays the characteristic F Red 5s. 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 Kōwa Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kōwa Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kowa at 0.9 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Utsumi, Aichi (3.4 NM SW), Fugusaki (3.7 NM W), Toyohama, Aichi (4.5 NM SSE), Take (4.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kōwa Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kōwa Kō 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.
What shipping routes pass near Kōwa Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Kōwa Kō South 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 Kōwa Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kōwa Kō 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.