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Nakashiba Lighthouse

F (2) Red 10s🇯🇵Nishio, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nakashiba Lighthouse

Also known as: Nakashiba (Higashi-Hazu Kō East Breakwater)

Established in 1965, this cylindrical concrete lighthouse is painted red and stands 8.5 meters tall. It features a 1-story concrete equipment room attached to its base. The focal height of the light is 13 meters, and it emits a fixed red light with two red flashes every 10 seconds. Its geographic range extends 11.3 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated at the end of the east breakwater in Higashi-Hazu, near Nishio city in Aichi Prefecture. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves to guide vessels safely into the harbor at Higashi-Hazu by marking the breakwater's end. Its distinctive red color and flashing pattern provide an easily recognizable signal for local maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F (2) Red 10s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
F R with Fl(2) R 10s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1965

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 8.5m red concrete post with a 1-story concrete equipment room attached.

Location

City
Nishio
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aichi Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of the east breakwater in Higashi-Hazu, about 4 km northwest of Hashida Hana.
Latitude
34.7886°
Longitude
137.1446°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Higashihazu(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M6196.4
NGA No.
5916
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nakashiba Lighthouse at night?+
Nakashiba displays the characteristic F (2) Red 10s — 2 red flashes every 10 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 Nakashiba Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nakashiba Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Higashihazu at 0.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Kuramai (1.5 NM ESE), Mikawa (2.7 NM ENE), Yoshida, Aichi (2.9 NM WSW), Gamagori (4.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nakashiba Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nakashiba 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 Nakashiba Lighthouse?+
Nakashiba 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 Nakashiba Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nakashiba 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.