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Tagonoura Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse

Iso R 6s🇯🇵Shizuoka, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tagonoura Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, round concrete tower stands 46 meters high on the Tagonoura Kō East Breakwater. Its focal plane is 16 meters above the water. The light emits a red color, cycling through an isophase pattern every 6 seconds. Mariners can expect a geographic range of 5 nautical miles from this structure.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso R 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso.R. period 6s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Shizuoka
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
35.1355°
Longitude
138.7000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
46m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red round concrete tower; 46. JAPAN-HONSHU-SOUTH COAST 63

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6264
NGA No.
5624
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tagonoura Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Tagonoura Kō East Breakwater displays the characteristic Iso R 6s — 1 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tagonoura Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tagonoura Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Agonoura at 0.1 NM to the S. Other ports served include Gonoura (0.1 NM S), Tagonoura (0.5 NM NNW), Numazu (8.4 NM ESE), Heda (10.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tagonoura Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tagonoura Kō East 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 Tagonoura Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Tagonoura Kō East 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 Tagonoura Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tagonoura Kō East 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.