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Noda Breakwater Lighthouse

F Red 3s🇯🇵Noda, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Noda Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Noda Breakwater (Noda Wan)

This lighthouse stands as a 9.5-meter red concrete cylindrical post atop a square, single-story equipment room. It is situated at the extremity of Noda harbor's main breakwater, approximately 15 kilometers south of Kuji. Its focal plane reaches 13 meters above sea level, emitting a single red flash every three seconds. The structure is built of concrete and is operational, with a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. While visitors can access the site, the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's distinctive red flash every three seconds clearly marks the end of the breakwater, ensuring safe entry and departure from Noda harbor, particularly for the local fishing fleet.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red 3s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
F.Fl R 3s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Noda
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Iwate Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of the main breakwater of Noda harbor, about 15 km south of Kuji.
Latitude
40.1131°
Longitude
141.8331°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Noda(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M6607.5
NGA No.
3984
USCG No.
JCG-1636.5

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: A 9.5m red concrete cylindrical post rising from a square 1-story equipment room.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Noda Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Noda Breakwater displays the characteristic F Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Noda Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Noda Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is NODA at 0.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Kuji, Iwate (5.3 NM NNW), Omoto (17.1 NM SSE), Kofu (21.7 NM NNW), Sakaki (22.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Noda Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Noda 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 Noda Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Noda 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 Noda Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Noda 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.