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Sakai Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse

Iso White 6s🇯🇵Sakaiminato, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sakai Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse

A white, cylindrical concrete tower, 14 meters high, stands at the end of a jetty on the south side of a narrow channel. This channel provides access to a protected lagoon behind a spit where Sakaiminato is located. The lighthouse emits an isophase white light on a 6-second cycle, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. Its focal plane is 13 meters above sea level. The structure includes a lantern and gallery.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southern edge of a narrow channel that forms the border between Tottori and Shimane Prefectures, guiding vessels into the protected lagoon of Sakaiminato.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso W 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Sakaiminato
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Tottori Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of a short jetty on the south side of a narrow channel, which is the inlet to a protected lagoon behind a broad spit where Sakaiminato is located. This channel forms the border between Tottori and Shimane Prefectures.
Latitude
35.5520°
Longitude
133.2711°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nagahama, Shimane(0.6 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-322
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sakai Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Sakai Kō South Breakwater displays the characteristic Iso White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sakai Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sakai Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nagahama, Shimane at 0.6 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Kaizaki (1.3 NM ENE), Hoda (1.4 NM NW), Sakaiminato (1.8 NM SSW), Karubi (1.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sakai Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sakai Kō South 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 Sakai Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Sakai Kō South 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 Sakai Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sakai Kō South 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.