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Wakaura Gyoko West Breakwater Lighthouse

F Green 5s🇯🇵Wakayama, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wakaura Gyoko West Breakwater Lighthouse

Located on the west breakwater of a small boat harbor in Wakayama city, Japan, this navigation marker is a 10-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower. The structure has a round hourglass form and its light is positioned 12 meters above sea level. It shows a Green light with a flash characteristic of F.Fl G 5s, with a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The site is open, but the tower is closed to visitors. It is situated 2.3 kilometers from Wakayama port.

Why it matters: This marker indicates the entrance to the Wakaura Gyoko small boat harbor for local fishing and recreational vessels. The unique hourglass-shaped tower presents a distinct visual element at the harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green 5s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
F.Fl G 5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Wakayama
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Wakayama Prefecture
Sea Region
West breakwater of a small boat harbor at the southeastern corner of Wakayama city.
Latitude
34.1846°
Longitude
135.1629°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wakayama(2.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M5965.2
NGA No.
7008
USCG No.
JCG-3340

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round hourglass-shaped concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wakaura Gyoko West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Wakaura Gyoko West Breakwater displays the characteristic F Green 5s. 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 Wakaura Gyoko West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wakaura Gyoko West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kainan at 1.7 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Wakayama (1.7 NM WNW), Shimotsu (4.3 NM SSW), Fuke (8.3 NM N), Yuasahiro (9.2 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wakaura Gyoko West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wakaura Gyoko West 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.
What shipping routes pass near Wakaura Gyoko West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Wakaura Gyoko West 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 Wakaura Gyoko West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wakaura Gyoko West 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.