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Yuki Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse

F Red 3s🇯🇵Minami, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yuki Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse

Erected in 1961, this lighthouse features a cylindrical, hourglass-shaped concrete tower measuring 8.5 meters in height. Its light source is situated 10 meters above sea level. The tower is colored red. It emits a single red flash every three seconds, with a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. Positioned on the eastern breakwater of Yuki harbor, it is 0.1 kilometers from the port of Yuki. The location is accessible to the public, but the tower structure remains closed.

Why it matters: This light marks the eastern breakwater of Yuki harbor, providing a reference point for vessels approaching the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red 3s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
F.Fl R 3s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1961

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round hourglass-shaped concrete tower

Location

City
Minami
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Tokushima Prefecture
Sea Region
east breakwater of Yuki harbor
Latitude
33.7682°
Longitude
134.5926°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yuki(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M5577.2
NGA No.
9988
ARLHS No.
JPN-2554
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yuki Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Yuki Kō East Breakwater displays the characteristic F Red 3s. 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 Yuki Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yuki Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yuki at 0.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Yuki (0.3 NM W), Hiwasa (3.2 NM SW), Anan (7 NM NNE), Tachibana (7.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yuki Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yuki Kō East 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 Yuki Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Yuki Kō East 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 Yuki Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yuki Kō East 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.