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Tasuke Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

Oc Red 4s🇯🇵Hirado, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tasuke Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, latticed concrete lighthouse stands 8.5 meters tall, with its light positioned 13 meters above sea level. It emits an occulting red light that appears once every 4 seconds. The structure consists of a 1-story concrete equipment shelter topped by the lighthouse itself, all painted red. It is located at the end of the main breakwater for Tasuke harbor, on the northeast coast of Hirado Shima.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of the extent of the main breakwater, ensuring safe passage into Tasuke harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc R 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Hirado
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Nagasaki Prefecture
Sea Region
Tasuke harbor, on the northeast coast of Hirado Shima, at the end of its main breakwater.
Latitude
33.3747°
Longitude
129.5397°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
latticed
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 8.5m concrete post attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter. The entire lighthouse is red.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hirado(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M5250
NGA No.
12052
ARLHS No.
JPN-2280
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tasuke Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Tasuke Kō Outer Breakwater displays the characteristic Oc Red 4s. 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 Tasuke Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tasuke Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hirado at 0.8 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Tabira (2 NM ESE), Kawachi, Nagasaki (3 NM SSW), Emukae (5 NM SE), Ikitsuki (5.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tasuke Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tasuke Kō 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.
What shipping routes pass near Tasuke Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Tasuke Kō Outer 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 Tasuke Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tasuke Kō 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.