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Shimizu Kō Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse

Fl (3) R 13s🇯🇵Shizuoka, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shimizu Kō Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse, constructed in 1999, stands 18 meters above sea level. The entire structure is painted red, complementing its color-coded light. It emits three red flashes every 13 seconds. This navigational aid is situated at the southern extremity of the primary detached outer breakwater. The light has a specified geographic range of 3 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) R 13s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
13s
Raw Code
Fl.G. period 3s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1999

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6249.4
NGA No.
5692
ARLHS No.
JPN-564

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
cylindrical

Location

City
Shizuoka
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.0278°
Longitude
138.5195°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shimizu Kō Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse at night?+
Shimizu Kō Outer Breakwater South End displays the characteristic Fl (3) R 13s — 3 red flashes every 13 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 Shimizu Kō Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shimizu Kō Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Himi at 1.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Shimizu (1.2 NM SW), Agonoura (10.9 NM NE), Gonoura (10.9 NM NE), Tagonoura (11.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shimizu Kō Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shimizu Kō Outer 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 Shimizu Kō Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse?+
Shimizu Kō Outer 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 Shimizu Kō Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shimizu Kō Outer 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.