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Second Region Lighthouse Story Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 6s🇯🇵Iwate, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Second Region Lighthouse Story Lighthouse

A red concrete post, 10 meters in height, rises from a square, single-level equipment room. This lighthouse is located at the extremity of the detached outer breakwater serving Taneichi, a fishing harbor situated about 20 kilometers southeast of Hachinohe, within Japan's Iwate Prefecture. The light shows a red color, with a single red flash occurring every six seconds. The structure withstood the major 2011 tsunami.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides navigation aid for vessels entering and exiting the Taneichi fishing harbor. Its survival of the 2011 tsunami demonstrates its construction's endurance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Survived 2011 tsunami

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 10m red concrete post rising from a square 1-story equipment room.

Location

City
Iwate
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Iwate Prefecture
Sea Region
End of the detached outer breakwater of Taneichi, a fishing port about 20 km southeast of Hachinohe, Japan
Latitude
39.8787°
Longitude
141.3372°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Noda(26.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M6615
ARLHS No.
JPN-1133
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Second Region Lighthouse Story Lighthouse at night?+
Second Region Lighthouse Story displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 6s — 2 red flashes every 6 seconds. 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 Second Region Lighthouse Story Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Second Region Lighthouse Story Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is NODA at 26.8 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Kuji, Iwate (28.8 NM NE), Omoto (29.4 NM E), Miyako, Iwate (32.5 NM ESE), Iya (33.3 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Second Region Lighthouse Story Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Second Region Lighthouse Story 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 Second Region Lighthouse Story Lighthouse?+
Second Region Lighthouse Story 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 Second Region Lighthouse Story Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Second Region Lighthouse Story 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.