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Nishi Hazu Breakwater Lighthouse

F Red 6s🇯🇵Nishio, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nishi Hazu Breakwater Lighthouse

This red cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 8.5 meters tall on the south breakwater of Nishi-Hazu harbor. Its focal height is 12 meters, and it projects a red light with a single intense flash every six seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. The structure includes a 1-story concrete equipment shelter at its base. Visitors can access the site, but the tower itself is closed to the public. The lighthouse is located 1.3 km from the nearest port, Higashihazu.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the south breakwater of Nishi-Hazu harbor, aiding vessels entering and departing the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red 6s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
F.Fl. R 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Nishio
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aichi Prefecture
Sea Region
Nishi-Hazu harbor, on its south breakwater.
Latitude
34.7892°
Longitude
137.1149°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Higashihazu(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M6195
NGA No.
5936
ARLHS No.
JPN-1708

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: An 8.5m red cylindrical concrete post with a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter at its base.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nishi Hazu Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Nishi Hazu Breakwater displays the characteristic F Red 6s. 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 Nishi Hazu Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nishi Hazu Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Higashihazu at 1.3 NM to the E. Other ports served include Yoshida, Aichi (1.5 NM WSW), Kuramai (2.9 NM ESE), Mikawa (4.1 NM ENE), Gamagori (6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nishi Hazu Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nishi Hazu 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 Nishi Hazu Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Nishi Hazu 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 Nishi Hazu Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nishi Hazu 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.