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Utoro North Breakwater Lighthouse

F Red 6s🇯🇵Shari, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Utoro North Breakwater Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands 13 meters tall at the end of the north breakwater in Utoro, Japan. Built in 1960, the cylindrical tower is painted red and features a lantern and gallery. It emits a single red flash every 6 seconds, visible for 11.9 nautical miles. The structure guides mariners to the harbor on the west side of the Shiretoko Peninsula. Utoro is located in the Hokkaido Prefecture, west of the Shiretoko Peninsula.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding fishing fleets and tourist vessels safely into Utoro harbor, a critical entry point for the UNESCO World Heritage Shiretoko Peninsula.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red 6s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
F.Fl R 6s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1960

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Abashiri(30.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M6870
NGA No.
0304
ARLHS No.
JPN-1008

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted red

Location

City
Shari
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
end of the north breakwater of Utoro, on the west side of the Shiretoko Peninsula
Latitude
44.0760°
Longitude
144.9940°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Utoro North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Utoro North Breakwater 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 Utoro North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Utoro North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Shibetsu at 25.7 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Abashiri (30.7 NM W), Yuzhno-Kuril'sk (37.2 NM E), Tokoro (38.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Utoro North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Utoro North 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.
How can I track vessels near Utoro North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Utoro 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.