Marugame Showamachi Breakwater Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Marugame Showamachi Breakwater Lighthouse
Also known as: Syowamati
Established in 1972, the Marugame Showamachi Breakwater Lighthouse stands on the arm of its namesake breakwater, marking the entry to Marugame Port. This red structure rises 12 meters above sea level and emits a light visible for 11 nautical miles. It guides vessels navigating the waters of the Seto Inland Sea toward the city's harbor. The lighthouse's site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public. It offers a reassuring presence for maritime activities in Marugame Bay.
Why it matters: This light is essential for the safe navigation of fishing boats and commercial vessels entering and leaving Marugame Port, delineating the channel along the breakwater and supporting local maritime trade.
Light & Optic
- Interval
- 5s
- Raw Code
- from front
- Focal Height
- 12m
- Geographic Range
- 11NM
Construction & History
- Year Built
- 1972
Visiting
- Open to public
- Site open, tower closed
Nearby Vessels
Tower & Structure
- Tower Color
- red
Structure: The Marugame Showamachi Breakwater Lighthouse, established in 1972, marks the entrance to the bustling port of Marugame in Japan. Situated on the protective arm of the breakwater, it guides vessels safely into the harbor, a vital hub for local fishing boats and commercial traffic navigating the Seto Inland Sea. Its steady presence ensures that ships can approach the docks with confidence, especially during the low visibility of night or inclement weather, offering a clear path through the bay's waters. For decades, it has been a familiar sight to mariners and residents alike, a quiet guardian overseeing the daily rhythm of maritime activity. While the tower itself remains closed to the public, visitors are welcome to explore the breakwater, enjoying refreshing sea breezes and panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea stretching towards distant islands, with the city skyline as a backdrop. This active light continues its essential work, a constant, reassuring presence for all who rely on the waters of Marugame Bay for their livelihood and passage.
Location
- City
- Marugame
- Country
- 🇯🇵Japan
- Region
- Kagawa Prefecture
- Sea Region
- Marugame Showamachi Breakwater, Japan
- Latitude
- 34.3049°
- Longitude
- 133.7685°
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Marugame(0.2 km)
- Admiralty No.
- M5518
- NGA No.
- 8344
- ARLHS No.
- JPN-2470
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