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Tamatsu Shima Breakwater Lighthouse

Oc Green 6s🇯🇵Fukuyama, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tamatsu Shima Breakwater Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands 8.5 meters tall at the end of a breakwater extending from Tamatsu Shima island. The cylindrical tower, which is white, flares at the top and has a focal height of 12 meters. It emits an occulting green light that is dark for a short period every 6 seconds. The structure offers a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. It is located near Fukuyama city in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, and is operational.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the extremity of the Tamatsu Shima breakwater, providing a clear visual cue for local fishing boats and recreational craft navigating the waters near Tsuneishi port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc G 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Fukuyama
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hiroshima Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of a breakwater extending from Tamatsu Shima, a small island also connected to the mainland by a breakwater.
Latitude
34.3755°
Longitude
133.3823°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, flared at the top

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tsuneishi(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M5729.6
NGA No.
8416
ARLHS No.
JPN-1767
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tamatsu Shima Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Tamatsu Shima Breakwater displays the characteristic Oc Green 6s. 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 Tamatsu Shima Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tamatsu Shima Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fukuyama, Kagoshima at 4.3 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Kuyama (4.3 NM NE), Tsuneishi (4.3 NM W), Yokota, Hiroshima (4.8 NM WSW), Fukuyama, Hiroshima (5.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tamatsu Shima Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tamatsu Shima 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 Tamatsu Shima Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Tamatsu Shima 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 Tamatsu Shima Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tamatsu Shima 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.