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Toga Kō Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 6s🇯🇵Oga, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Toga Kō Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 11 meters tall, with a focal height of 15 meters. It marks the northern end of a detached breakwater within Toga Wan, near Oga. The structure features a round concrete tower that flares at the top and is connected to a small equipment shelter. Its light produces a red flash every 6 seconds, visible for 11.9 nautical miles. The site is accessible by boat, but the tower remains closed to the public. The lighthouse is located 3.8 kilometers from the nearest port, Kitaura, Akita.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels safely into Toga Wan, marking the northern end of the breakwater that shelters the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Oga
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Akita Prefecture
Sea Region
Toga Wan, at the north end of a detached breakwater.
Latitude
39.9519°
Longitude
139.7074°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kitaura, Akita(3.8 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-1046

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, flared at the top and attached to a small equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Toga Kō Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Toga Kō Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 6s — 2 red flashes 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 Toga Kō Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Toga Kō Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Funagawa at 7.8 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Akitafunagawa (8.2 NM ESE), Funakawa (8.8 NM ESE), Akita (19.8 NM SE), Noshiro (20.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Toga Kō Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Toga 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 Toga Kō Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Toga 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 Toga Kō Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Toga 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.