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Wakkanai Kō North Wharf Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇯🇵Wakkanai, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wakkanai Kō North Wharf Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, 9-meter concrete post functions as a lighthouse, situated at the end of the north breakwater in Wakkanai, Japan. Built in 1969, it is attached to a square, one-story concrete equipment shelter. The light emits a single red flash every 5 seconds and has a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. The structure stands 11 meters above sea level. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. It is located 0.7 kilometers from the nearest port at Wakkanai.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the end of the north breakwater, guiding vessels into Wakkanai's inner harbor basin and preventing groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1969

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9m red concrete post attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter.

Location

City
Wakkanai
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hokkaido Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of the north breakwater of an inner harbor basin at Wakkanai, Japan.
Latitude
45.4121°
Longitude
141.6777°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wakkanai(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M6903.4
NGA No.
1492
ARLHS No.
JPN-872
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wakkanai Kō North Wharf Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Wakkanai Kō North Wharf Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Wakkanai Kō North Wharf Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wakkanai Kō North Wharf Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nishibe at 21.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Onishi (21.1 NM ESE), Oshidomari (21.5 NM WSW), Shido (21.5 NM WSW), Oniwaki (22.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wakkanai Kō North Wharf Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wakkanai Kō North Wharf 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 Wharf Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wakkanai Kō North Wharf 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.