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Nagoya Middle Tidal Breakwater West End Lighthouse

Fl R 8s🇯🇵Nagoya (Aichi Prefecture), JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nagoya Middle Tidal Breakwater West End Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical tower stands 19 meters tall, with its light positioned 15 meters above sea level. It emits a continuous red light, punctuated by two brighter flashes every 8 seconds. The structure is painted red and features a green top. This lighthouse is situated on the western end of the Nagoya Middle Tidal Breakwater. The site and tower are not open to the public.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc.(2)G. period 8s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
4NM

Location

City
Nagoya (Aichi Prefecture)
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.0095°
Longitude
136.8017°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red

Structure: White cylindrical tower, green top; 19

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6115
NGA No.
6146
ARLHS No.
JPN-1704
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nagoya Middle Tidal Breakwater West End Lighthouse at night?+
Nagoya Middle Tidal Breakwater West End displays the characteristic Fl R 8s — 1 red flash 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Nagoya Middle Tidal Breakwater West End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nagoya Middle Tidal Breakwater West End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nagoya, Aichi at 2.8 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Yokkaichi (7.7 NM WSW), Tokoname (8.4 NM S), Chiyozaki (8.7 NM WSW), SUZUKA (11.1 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nagoya Middle Tidal Breakwater West End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nagoya Middle Tidal Breakwater West End 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 Nagoya Middle Tidal Breakwater West End Lighthouse?+
Nagoya Middle Tidal Breakwater West End 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 Nagoya Middle Tidal Breakwater West End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nagoya Middle Tidal Breakwater West End 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.