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Wakayama Kita Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

LFl Red 6s🇯🇵Wakayama, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wakayama Kita Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse, painted red, stands 17 meters tall on the west breakwater at the southern entrance to Wakayama's newer harbor. It emits a long red flash every 6 seconds, visible for 12.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse's original breakwater has been significantly shortened due to land reclamation for an adjacent industrial area. This transformation has reshaped the immediate surroundings, placing the structure within a landscape altered by industrial development. Despite environmental changes, the lighthouse remains operational, guiding vessels into the port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the entrance to Wakayama's harbor, assisting commercial vessels serving the nearby industrial facilities.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
LFl Red 6s
Flash Type
Long Flash
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
LFl R 6s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Wakayama
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Wakayama Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on the south side of the entrance to Wakayama's newer harbor, marking the Wakayama Kita Kō West Breakwater. The surrounding land has been filled for a new industrial area, shortening the breakwater significantly.
Latitude
34.2350°
Longitude
135.1181°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wakayama(1.5 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-1955
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wakayama Kita Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Wakayama Kita Kō West Breakwater displays the characteristic LFl 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 Wakayama Kita Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wakayama Kita Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kainan at 2.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Wakayama (2.2 NM SSE), Fuke (5.3 NM N), Shimotsu (7.1 NM S), Tannowa (7.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wakayama Kita Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wakayama Kita Kō 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 Wakayama Kita Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Wakayama Kita Kō 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 Wakayama Kita Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wakayama Kita Kō 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.