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Togane Kō Lighthouse

F Red 6s🇯🇵Hamada, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Togane Kō Lighthouse

This 9.5-meter red concrete post lighthouse is situated on the south breakwater of Togane, a small fishing harbor located about 10 km northeast of Hamada. The structure includes a square, single-story concrete equipment room at its base. It emits a continuous red light with a single white flash every six seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. Togane Kō is operated by the Japanese coast guard and its coordinates are 132.1066531,34.9411437.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the south breakwater, guiding local fishing vessels into Togane harbor, particularly during hours of darkness or periods of reduced visibility.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red 6s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
F.Fl R 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Hamada
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Shimane Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on the south breakwater of Togane, a small fishing harbor about 10 km northeast of Hamada harbor.
Latitude
34.9411°
Longitude
132.1067°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hamada(4.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M7347.4
NGA No.
1852
ARLHS No.
JPN-1581

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9.5m red concrete post attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment room.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Togane Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Togane Kō displays the characteristic F Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Togane Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Togane Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hamada at 4.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Yoshiura (9.4 NM SW), Misumi, Shimane (12.8 NM SW), Yunotsu (14.8 NM NE), Amiya (18.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Togane Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Togane Kō 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 Togane Kō Lighthouse?+
Togane Kō 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 Togane Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Togane Kō 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.