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Toyama Ku West Breakwater Head Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Toyama Ku West Breakwater Head Lighthouse

This red, round concrete tower stands 32 meters high on the Honshu-Northwest Coast. Its focal plane is 11 meters above sea level. The structure emits two red flashes every 5 seconds. The lighthouse is not currently operational, and its geographic range is 7 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) R 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)R. period 5s
Focal Height
11m
Light Range
7NM (13.0 km)
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Honshu-Northwest Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
36.7653°
Longitude
137.2256°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
32m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red round concrete tower; 32

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7149
NGA No.
3112
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Toyama Ku West Breakwater Head Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 11 meters and a nominal range of 7 nautical miles (approximately 13.0 km), Toyama Ku West 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 West Breakwater Head Lighthouse at night?+
Toyama Ku West Breakwater Head displays the characteristic Fl (2) R 5s — 2 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Toyama Ku West Breakwater Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Toyama Ku West Breakwater Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fushiki at 4.4 NM to the W. Other ports served include Hiki (4.4 NM W), Toyama (4.4 NM W), Toyamashinko (5.2 NM W), Fushikitoyama (6.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Toyama Ku West Breakwater Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Toyama Ku West 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 West Breakwater Head Lighthouse?+
Toyama Ku West 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 West Breakwater Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Toyama Ku West 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.