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Nakagusuku Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇯🇵Uruma, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nakagusuku Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

Built in 1991, this 9.5-meter tall concrete structure has a focal height of 13 meters. The white, cylindrical tower, topped with a flare, connects to a small equipment shelter. Its light characteristic is a green flash every 3 seconds (Fl G 3s), with a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. Located at the eastern end of a detached breakwater in Nakagusuku Bay, south of the Katsuren Saki peninsula, the site is open, but the tower is not accessible.

Why it matters: This light marks the eastern end of a detached breakwater, serving as a navigation aid for ships approaching or leaving Suzaki harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1991

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with a flared top, attached to a small equipment shelter

Location

City
Uruma
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Okinawa Prefecture
Sea Region
Nakagusuku Bay, marking the east end of a detached breakwater off Suzaki harbor, south of the Katsuren Saki peninsula.
Latitude
26.3064°
Longitude
127.8684°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nakagusuku(1.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M4754.8
NGA No.
13310
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nakagusuku Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Nakagusuku Kō West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Nakagusuku Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nakagusuku Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is KinNakagusuku at 1.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Gushikawa (2.6 NM N), Nakagusuku (3.5 NM SE), Kinwan (3.8 NM N), Chimu Wan (5.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nakagusuku Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nakagusuku Kō 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.
How can I track vessels near Nakagusuku Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nakagusuku Kō 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.