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Saru Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse

F red 3s🇯🇵Okoppe, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Saru Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Saruru

Constructed in 1971, the Saru Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse is a round, cylindrical concrete tower featuring a lantern and gallery. It measures 11 meters in height, with its light positioned 13 meters above sea level. This active light displays a characteristic of single red flashing light (F.Fl.R) with a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. Situated on the eastern breakwater of Saru Port in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan, it functions as a marker at the port's entrance.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a marker for the entrance to Saru Port, offering navigation assistance to vessels utilizing the harbor channel.

Light & Optic

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

Construction & History

Year Built
1971

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Monbetsu/Abashiri(8.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M6889
NGA No.
248
ARLHS No.
JPN-962

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
orange
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Okoppe
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
Saru Port, on the east breakwater
Latitude
44.4284°
Longitude
143.2321°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Saru Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Saru Kō East 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 Saru Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Saru Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Tokoro at 41.6 NM to the ESE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Saru Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Saru Kō East 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.
How can I track vessels near Saru Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Saru Kō East 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.