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Taki Kō Breakwater Lighthouse

Iso G 6s🇯🇵Ishikawa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Taki Kō Breakwater Lighthouse

The Taki Kō Breakwater light is a quadrilateral latticed tower constructed from concrete. It reaches a height of 33 meters, with the light positioned 12 meters above sea level. The tower itself is painted white. It emits an isophase green light, completing its cycle every 6 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 5 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
12m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Ishikawa
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
36.9205°
Longitude
136.7549°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: Quadrilateral latticed tower; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7225
NGA No.
2772
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Taki Kō Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Taki Kō 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 Taki Kō Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Taki Kō Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nakanoto at 7.9 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Nanao (13.6 NM NE), KOGA (13.7 NM N), Akasaki, Tottori (15.3 NM NNW), Fushikitoyama (18.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Taki Kō Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Taki Kō 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 Taki Kō Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Taki Kō 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 Taki Kō Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Taki Kō 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.