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Nakashu Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇯🇵Minamichita, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nakashu Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse

Located at the end of a detached outer breakwater, this 8.5-meter red cylindrical concrete post guides vessels at Nakashu fishing port. The post is attached to a single-story concrete equipment room, standing 14 meters above the water. Its red light flashes once every 5 seconds. The structure provides a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The site is accessible by boat, though the tower itself remains closed to the public. This light marks the entrance to the small port on Ise Bay, situated 1.5 km west of Toyohama.

Why it matters: This light is essential for fishing vessels entering and exiting Nakashu port, clearly marking the harbor entrance and helping mariners navigate the detached breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Minamichita
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aichi Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of a detached outer breakwater at Nakashu, a small fishing port on Ise Bay, 1.5 km west of Toyohama.
Latitude
34.7077°
Longitude
136.9188°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nakanoura(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M6156.5
NGA No.
6100
ARLHS No.
JPN-1705

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: An 8.5m red cylindrical concrete post attached to a 1-story concrete equipment room.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nakashu Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Nakashu Kō East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 Nakashu Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nakashu Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Toyohama, Aichi at 0.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Morozaki (2.8 NM E), Utsumi, Aichi (3.1 NM NW), Kowa (3.4 NM N), Fugusaki (5.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nakashu Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nakashu Kō 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 Nakashu Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Nakashu Kō 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 Nakashu Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nakashu Kō East 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.