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Motoineppu Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇯🇵Oumu, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Motoineppu Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical concrete lighthouse was built in 1959 on the detached north breakwater at Motoineppu Kō, located north of Oumu, Japan. Standing 11 meters tall with a focal height of 15 meters, it emits a single red flash every three seconds. The lighthouse guides vessels towards the port of Oumu, situated 1.3 kilometers away, and specifically marks the breakwater extending from the Fukawa rice plant. Its construction material is concrete, and it features a lantern and gallery.

Why it matters: This aid to navigation is important for maritime traffic approaching the Fukawa rice plant, ensuring safe passage into the port of Motoineppu and supporting local shipping operations.

Light & Optic

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

Construction & History

Year Built
1959

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Omu(1.3 km)

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted red

Location

City
Oumu
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on the detached north breakwater of the Fukawa rice plant on the north side of Ōmu, Japan.
Latitude
44.6059°
Longitude
142.9504°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Motoineppu Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Motoineppu Kō North 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.
Is Motoineppu Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Motoineppu Kō North 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 Motoineppu Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Motoineppu Kō North 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.