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Mishima West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 8s🇯🇵Hagi, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mishima West Breakwater Lighthouse

This lighthouse marks the detached west breakwater of Mishima harbor, located at the southern end of the island. The structure is a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 10 meters tall, with a focal height of 17 meters. It features a round base that flares at the top and is attached to a small equipment shelter. The light emits a white flash every 8 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public. It is situated within Mishima harbor, serving vessels near Hagi.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safely guiding ships entering and leaving Mishima harbor by clearly marking the west breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Hagi
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Yamaguchi Prefecture
Sea Region
Mishima harbor, at the south end of the island, on its detached west breakwater.
Latitude
34.7581°
Longitude
131.1518°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Aishima(16.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M7372.4
NGA No.
1754
ARLHS No.
JPN-1634

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, flared at the top, attached to a small equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mishima West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Mishima West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 8s — 2 white flashes every 8 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Mishima West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mishima West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fukawa at 22.3 NM to the S. Other ports served include Senzaki (22.6 NM S), Hagi (23.3 NM SSE), Susa (23.3 NM ESE), Esaki (25.3 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mishima West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mishima 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 Mishima West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Mishima 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 Mishima West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mishima 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.