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Sōya Kō North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl R 4s🇯🇵Northern Hokkaidō, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sōya Kō North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

This fiberglass tower stands 13 meters tall, painted with white and red bands. Its focal height reaches 14 meters above sea level. The light emitted is red, displaying a single flash every 3 seconds. This structure is composed of glass-reinforced plastic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 3s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Northern Hokkaidō
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
45.4256°
Longitude
142.0400°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Color
white and red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: White glass reinforced plastic(grp) fiberglass tower, red banded; 13

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6896.5
NGA No.
1536
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sōya Kō North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Sōya Kō North Outer Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl R 4s — 1 red flash every 4 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 Sōya Kō North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sōya Kō North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nishibe at 7.4 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Onishi (7.4 NM SE), Hamasarufutsu (12.5 NM SE), Teshio (35.2 NM SSW), Oniwaki (35.3 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sōya Kō North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sōya Kō North Outer 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.
How can I track vessels near Sōya Kō North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sōya Kō North Outer 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.