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South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl R 3s🇯🇵Mie Prefecture, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About South Breakwater Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a red light with a focal height of 12 meters. Its characteristic is a single red flash repeating every 3 seconds. The light's geographic range extends to 3 nautical miles. It is situated in Mie Prefecture.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 3s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
3NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6085
NGA No.
6222

Location

City
Mie Prefecture
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.7071°
Longitude
136.5282°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl R 3s — 1 red flash every 3 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 South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tsu at 3.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Matsusaka (6.4 NM SSE), SUZUKA (11.9 NM NNE), Fugusaki (15.9 NM ENE), Chiyozaki (16.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, South 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.
What shipping routes pass near South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
South Breakwater 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 South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near South 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.