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Mugi Kō Old Harbor East Breakwater Lighthouse

Red 6s🇯🇵Mugi, JPOperational

The Mugi Kō Old Harbor East Breakwater light is a 7-meter red concrete post. It is attached to a square, single-story concrete equipment shelter. This structure is located on the eastern breakwater of Mugi's old harbor, approximately 2.5 kilometers east of the modern port. The light emits a single white flash on a cycle of 18 seconds. It has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself cannot be entered.

Why it matters: This light is essential for local mariners approaching the old harbor of Mugi, helping to define the safe passage into port.

Characteristic Signature
Red 6s
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
L.Fl.W
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM
City
Mugi
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Tokushima Prefecture
Sea Region
East breakwater of the port of Mugi, about 2.5 km east of the modern harbor.
Latitude
33.6634°
Longitude
134.4415°
Nearest Port
Mugi(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M5579.4
NGA No.
10016
Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 7m red concrete post attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter.

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
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Which ports and harbors does Mugi Kō Old Harbor East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mugi Kō Old Harbor East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Asakawa at 4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Hiwasa (6.6 NM NE), Yuki (9.6 NM NE), Yuki (9.9 NM NE), Kannoura (10 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mugi Kō Old Harbor East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mugi Kō Old Harbor East 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 Mugi Kō Old Harbor East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Mugi Kō Old Harbor East 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 Mugi Kō Old Harbor East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
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