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Saigō Wan Breakwater East End Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇯🇵Okinoshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Saigō Wan Breakwater East End Lighthouse

This light marks the northeast extremity of the detached breakwater protecting Saigō harbor. The structure consists of an 8.5-meter white concrete post mounted on a 1-story concrete equipment shelter. Its focal plane reaches 9.5 meters above the water, emitting a green flashing light. This light operates on a 3-second cycle, displaying a single flash. The station's geographic range extends to 10.2 nautical miles. The site is accessible, but the tower is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This light is critical for safe navigation into Saigō harbor, warning mariners about the detached breakwater's eastern end and helping prevent collisions with the structure.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
9.5m
Geographic Range
10.2NM

Location

City
Okinoshima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Shimane Prefecture
Sea Region
Saigō harbor, marking the northeast end of its detached breakwater.
Latitude
36.2025°
Longitude
133.3343°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Okinokojima(0.1 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: An 8.5m white concrete post attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Saigō Wan Breakwater East End Lighthouse at night?+
Saigō Wan Breakwater East End 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 Saigō Wan Breakwater East End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Saigō Wan Breakwater East End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Oki at 0.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Chichii (13 NM SW), Ama, Hyogo (13.3 NM WSW), Nakanoshima (13.8 NM WSW), Minami (13.9 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Saigō Wan Breakwater East End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Saigō Wan Breakwater East End 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 Saigō Wan Breakwater East End Lighthouse?+
Saigō Wan Breakwater East End 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 Saigō Wan Breakwater East End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Saigō Wan Breakwater East End 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.