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Sakai Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇯🇵Sakai, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sakai Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse

A 10-meter white post stands atop a square equipment shelter, marking the south end of a detached breakwater. This structure is located on the south side of the entrance to the north harbor of Sakai. It emits a green light that flashes every four seconds. The lighthouse has a focal height of 14 meters and a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. It is operational and situated 2.6 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse critically guides vessels safely into and out of Sakai's north harbor by marking the south end of a detached breakwater, preventing collisions and groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Sakai
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Osaka Prefecture
Sea Region
south end of a detached breakwater on the south side of the entrance to the north harbor of Sakai.
Latitude
34.5957°
Longitude
135.3965°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Color
white

Structure: A 10m white post rising from a square equipment shelter.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sakai(2.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M5939.8
ARLHS No.
JPN-1925
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sakai Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse at night?+
Sakai Detached Breakwater South End displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 Sakai Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sakai Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sakaisenboku at 3.3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Osaka, Tottori (3.7 NM NNE), Sakai (3.9 NM SSE), Amagasaki (6.3 NM N), Nishinomiya (6.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sakai Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sakai Detached Breakwater South 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 Sakai Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse?+
Sakai Detached Breakwater South 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 Sakai Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sakai Detached Breakwater South 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.