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South Breakwater Lighthouse

Iso G 6s🇯🇵Mie Prefecture, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About South Breakwater Lighthouse

This white octagonal beacon is situated in Mie Prefecture. It emits a green light with an isophase characteristic, meaning the duration of light and darkness is equal within its 6-second cycle. The light source is positioned at a focal height of 14 meters above the water. Its geographic range is limited to 4 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso G 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso.G. period 6s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
4NM

Location

City
Mie Prefecture
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.9249°
Longitude
136.6474°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white

Structure: White beacon

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6096
NGA No.
6192
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
South Breakwater displays the characteristic Iso G 6s — 1 green flash 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 green 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 Yokkaichi at 2.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include SUZUKA (2.5 NM SSW), Chiyozaki (2.6 NM NNW), Tokoname (9.7 NM ESE), Nagoya, Aichi (11.8 NM NE). 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.