Rausu Kō South (No. 1) Breakwater Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Rausu Kō South (No. 1) Breakwater Lighthouse
The Rausu Kō South (No. 1) Breakwater light, built in 1964, is situated on the breakwater of Rausu Port in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan. Its white tower reaches 12 meters above sea level and emits a green flash every three seconds, observable up to 11 nautical miles. This light marks the entrance to Rausu Port on the Shiretoko Peninsula. The breakwater area is accessible to visitors, but the tower is not open to the public.
Why it matters: This navigation aid assists fishing boats entering Rausu Port, a main center for seafood production in the Nemuro Strait area of Hokkaido.
Light & Optic
- Flash Type
- Flashing
- Light Color
- Green
- Interval
- 3s
- Raw Code
- Fl G 3s
- Focal Height
- 12m
- Geographic Range
- 11NM
Construction & History
- Year Built
- 1964
Visiting
- Open to public
- Site open, tower closed
Nearby Vessels
Tower & Structure
- Tower Color
- white
Structure: The Rausu Kō South (No. 1) Breakwater light guides mariners into the bustling fishing port of Rausu, nestled on the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido, Japan. Established in 1964, this light has been a constant presence for local fishing fleets navigating the often-challenging waters of the Nemuro Strait. The port itself is a vibrant hub, particularly known for its rich fishing grounds, including kelp, sea urchins, and various fish species. The light's green flash, appearing every three seconds, offers a clear signal to vessels approaching the harbor entrance, especially crucial during the region's frequent fogs or the long, dark winter nights. While the site around the breakwater is accessible, allowing visitors to observe the working port environment and the light from a distance, the tower itself remains closed to the public, serving its operational purpose without interruption. It continues its vital role in ensuring safe passage for the fishing boats that are the lifeblood of Rausu's economy.
Location
- City
- Rausu
- Country
- 🇯🇵Japan
- Region
- Hokkaido Prefecture
- Sea Region
- Rausu Port, on the South (No. 1) Breakwater, Shiretoko Peninsula, Hokkaido, Japan
- Latitude
- 44.0171°
- Longitude
- 145.1986°
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Abashiri(39.1 km)
- Admiralty No.
- M6859
- NGA No.
- 0412
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