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Wakkanai Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse

F Red 6s🇯🇵Wakkanai, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wakkanai Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 14 meters tall and emits a fixed red light that flashes every 6 seconds. Its focal plane is 15 meters above the water, providing a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. The structure features a lantern and gallery and is located at the eastern end of the north breakwater, marking the starboard side of the entrance to Wakkanai Harbor. It is situated in the Sea of Okhotsk, close to the city of Wakkanai, with the nearest port just 0.3 kilometers away. The lighthouse is operational, serving vessels entering and exiting the harbor.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of all maritime traffic entering Wakkanai Harbor, specifically marking the starboard side of the harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

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

Location

City
Wakkanai
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
Wakkanai Harbor, marking the starboard side of the harbor entrance at the east end of the north breakwater.
Latitude
45.4141°
Longitude
141.6980°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wakkanai(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M6902
NGA No.
1484
ARLHS No.
JPN-741
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wakkanai Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Wakkanai Kō 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 Wakkanai Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wakkanai Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nishibe at 20.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Onishi (20.3 NM ESE), Oshidomari (22.3 NM WSW), Shido (22.3 NM WSW), Oniwaki (23.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wakkanai Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wakkanai Kō 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 Wakkanai Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wakkanai Kō 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.