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Aburatsu Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇯🇵Nichinan, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Aburatsu Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: #Aburatsu Kō West Breakwater

This lighthouse marks the end of the west inner breakwater at Aburatsu, within Nichinan city in Miyazaki Prefecture. The structure is an 8-meter white concrete cylindrical post that rises from a single-story equipment room. It emits a green flash every four seconds and has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The original lighthouse was replaced around 2015 with a similar design. The lighthouse site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is essential for the safe entry of vessels into Aburatsu Port, specifically marking the western inner breakwater. Its green flash provides a critical navigational aid for local fishing boats and commercial ships.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced around 2015

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: An 8m white concrete cylindrical post rising from a round 1-story concrete equipment room.

Location

City
Nichinan
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Miyazaki Prefecture
Sea Region
Aburatsu, at the end of the west inner breakwater
Latitude
31.5714°
Longitude
131.4021°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Aburatsu(0.3 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-2121
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Aburatsu Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Aburatsu Kō West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 Aburatsu Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Aburatsu Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aburatsu at 0.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Meitsu (1.9 NM SSW), Tonoura (3.5 NM SSW), Fukushima, Miyazaki (11.4 NM WSW), Uchiumi (11.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Aburatsu Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Aburatsu Kō West 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 Aburatsu Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Aburatsu Kō West 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 Aburatsu Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Aburatsu Kō West 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.