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Shingū Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇯🇵Nachikatsuura, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shingū Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse

Also known as: Singu

This green, cylindrical concrete tower stands 10 meters tall and is situated on the south head of the Shingū Detached Breakwater. It features a flared top and is attached to an equipment shelter. The light emits a red flash every 6 seconds, visible for 12.2 nautical miles. The tower's focal height reaches 16 meters above sea level. The site is accessible, though the structure itself is closed to the public. The nearest port, Shingū, is located a mere 0.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southern limit of the detached breakwater, guiding vessels safely into Shingū port and preventing collisions with the structure.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Nachikatsuura
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Wakayama Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on the south head of the Shingū Detached Breakwater in Japan.
Latitude
33.6706°
Longitude
135.9868°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shingu(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M6007.3
NGA No.
6682
ARLHS No.
JPN-1855

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round concrete tower with a flared top attached to a small equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shingū Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse at night?+
Shingū Detached Breakwater South Head displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Shingū Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shingū Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shingu at 0.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Katsuura, Wakayama (3.3 NM SW), Kinomoto (14.3 NM NNE), Sue (15.1 NM SSW), KUSHIMOTO (15.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shingū Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shingū Detached Breakwater South Head 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 Shingū Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse?+
Shingū Detached Breakwater South Head 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 Shingū Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shingū Detached Breakwater South Head 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.