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Uozu Ko Minami Ku North Breakwater Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Uozu Ko Minami Ku North Breakwater Lighthouse

This lighthouse, painted white with a red top, stands 35 meters tall and has an octagonal shape. The light emits two green flashes every 5 seconds. Its focal height reaches 12 meters above sea level. The geographic range of this light is 5 nautical miles. It is located on the Honshu-Northwest Coast.

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
12m
Light Range
5NM (9.3 km)
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Honshu-Northwest Coast
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
36.8079°
Longitude
137.3907°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
35m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: White octagonal tower, red top; 35

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M7144.4
NGA No.
3124
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Uozu Ko Minami Ku North Breakwater Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 12 meters and a nominal range of 5 nautical miles (approximately 9.3 km), Uozu Ko Minami Ku North Breakwater 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 Uozu Ko Minami Ku North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Uozu Ko Minami Ku North Breakwater 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 Uozu Ko Minami Ku North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Uozu Ko Minami Ku North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Uozu, Toyama at 0.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Fushiki (12.6 NM W), Hiki (12.6 NM W), Toyama (12.6 NM W), Toyamashinko (13.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Uozu Ko Minami Ku North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Uozu Ko Minami Ku North Breakwater 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 Uozu Ko Minami Ku North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Uozu Ko Minami Ku North 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 Uozu Ko Minami Ku North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Uozu Ko Minami Ku North 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.