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Yokkaichi East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse

Iso G 6s🇯🇵Mie Prefecture, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yokkaichi East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse

This white concrete tower, standing 52 meters tall, was built in 1981. It features a round shape with a lantern and gallery. The light from this structure has a focal height of 19 meters. It emits a green light that is on for 3 seconds and off for 3 seconds, completing a cycle every 6 seconds. The lighthouse is located at the north end of the Yokkaichi East Breakwater in Mie Prefecture.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso G 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc.W. period 4s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1981

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M6097.6
NGA No.
6184
ARLHS No.
JPN-1876

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
52m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White tower; 52

Location

City
Mie Prefecture
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.9665°
Longitude
136.6698°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yokkaichi East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse at night?+
Yokkaichi East Breakwater North Head displays the characteristic Iso G 6s — 1 green flash every 6 seconds. 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 Yokkaichi East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yokkaichi East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yokkaichi at 0.8 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Chiyozaki (1.8 NM W), SUZUKA (5.2 NM SSW), Nagoya, Aichi (9.5 NM ENE), Tokoname (9.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yokkaichi East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yokkaichi East Breakwater North Head 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 Yokkaichi East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse?+
Yokkaichi East Breakwater North Head 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 Yokkaichi East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yokkaichi East Breakwater North Head 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.