Shiroko Kō Outer Breakwater North Head Lighthouse

Structure: The Shiroko (Siroko) Kō Outer Breakwater North Head lighthouse marks the very tip of the northern arm of the outer breakwater, defining the entrance to Shiroko Port in Japan. Since its construction in 1996, this active light has been an essential aid to navigation for all maritime traffic approaching or departing the harbor. Its green flash cuts through the coastal night, a clear signal for mariners navigating the waters around the port's entrance. The surrounding landscape is typical of a working port, with the breakwater extending into the sea, protecting the inner harbor from the open ocean's swells. While its story isn't filled with dramatic rescues or historic firsts, its consistent operation ensures the safe passage of fishing boats, cargo vessels, and other craft that rely on Shiroko Port for their livelihoods and operations. It represents the ongoing commitment to maritime safety in this busy coastal region, a modern fixture in the daily rhythm of the port. As a functional aid, it is not typically open for public visitation, but its light is a familiar and reassuring sight to those who work and live by the sea here.