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Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head Lighthouse

Fl (2) G 5s🇯🇵Honshu-Northwest Coast, JPInactive

Location & Light Range

About Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head Lighthouse

This 10-meter metal column, painted white, stands on the Honshu-Northwest Coast. Its focal height reaches 15 meters above sea level. The light emits two green flashes every 5 seconds, with a visible range extending from 131 to 052 degrees. The structure has a round shape and a geographic range of 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) G 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)G. period 5s
Focal Height
15m
Light Range
5NM (9.3 km)
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Honshu-Northwest Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
36.7655°
Longitude
137.2278°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: Metal column; 10. Visible 131°-052°

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7148
NGA No.
3108
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 15 meters and a nominal range of 5 nautical miles (approximately 9.3 km), Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head Lighthouse at night?+
Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head displays the characteristic Fl (2) G 5s — 2 green flashes every 5 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 Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fushiki at 4.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Hiki (4.5 NM W), Toyama (4.5 NM W), Toyamashinko (5.3 NM W), Fushikitoyama (6.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head Lighthouse?+
Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head 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 Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Toyama Ku East Breakwater Head 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.