Gotō (Fukue Kō) North Breakwater Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Gotō (Fukue Kō) North Breakwater Lighthouse
Established in 2001, the Gotō (Fukue Kō) North Breakwater lighthouse stands 12 meters above sea level and emits a red light, showing one flash every 6 seconds. This navigational aid is positioned on the northern arm of the breakwater, marking the entrance to Fukue Port on the Gotō Islands. It provides a geographic range of 11 nautical miles, guiding various vessels including fishing boats, ferries, and cargo ships. While the site is accessible for visitors to appreciate harbor views, the tower itself remains closed to the public. Its operational status ensures continuous support for maritime activities within this East China Sea port.
Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe passage of all maritime traffic entering and exiting Fukue Port, a key hub for the Gotō Islands, guiding ships around the northern breakwater.
Light & Optic
- Flash Type
- Flashing
- Light Color
- Red
- Interval
- 6s
- Raw Code
- Fl R 6s
- Focal Height
- 12m
- Geographic Range
- 11NM
Construction & History
- Year Built
- 2001
Visiting
- Open to public
- Site open, tower closed
Nearby Vessels
Tower & Structure
Structure: The Gotō (Fukue Kō) North Breakwater lighthouse, established in 2001, marks the entrance to Fukue Port, a vital harbor on the Gotō Islands in Japan. Situated on the northern arm of the breakwater, it guides vessels safely through the busy waters of the port. This modern aid to navigation ensures that fishing boats, inter-island ferries, and cargo ships can navigate the approach to Fukue with confidence, especially during the night or in challenging weather conditions that often sweep across this part of the East China Sea. Its presence is integral to the daily rhythm of the port, supporting the local economy and connecting the islands to the mainland. The lighthouse has quietly served its purpose since its inception, a constant, reliable presence for mariners. While the site around the lighthouse is accessible for visitors to enjoy the harbor views and observe the maritime activity, the tower itself remains closed to the public, fulfilling its operational role without public access to its interior, a common practice for active navigational aids.
Location
- City
- Goto
- Country
- 🇯🇵Japan
- Region
- Nagasaki Prefecture
- Sea Region
- North Breakwater of Fukue Port, Gotō Islands, Japan
- Latitude
- 32.7005°
- Longitude
- 128.8540°
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Shukunoura(15.1 km)
- ARLHS No.
- JPN-2169
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