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Akune Kō Old Port West Breakwater Lighthouse

Oc Red 6s🇯🇵Akune, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Akune Kō Old Port West Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical concrete post stands 8.5 meters tall and was first lit in 1937. It is situated on the west breakwater of Akune's original harbor. The structure includes a 1-story concrete equipment room. Its light emits an occulting red signal every 6 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located 0.2 kilometers from the nearest port of Akune. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse specifically warns mariners of the western breakwater, safeguarding vessels entering Akune's original harbor and preventing groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc R 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1937

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: A red 8.5m concrete post attached to a 1-story concrete equipment room.

Location

City
Akune
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
west breakwater of Akune's original harbor
Latitude
32.0202°
Longitude
130.1894°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Akune(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M5096
NGA No.
11168
ARLHS No.
JPN-2033
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Akune Kō Old Port West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Akune Kō Old Port West Breakwater displays the characteristic Oc Red 6s. 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 Akune Kō Old Port West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Akune Kō Old Port West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Akune at 0.4 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Takanokuchi (1.9 NM S), Wakimoto (3.7 NM N), Kuronohama (4.4 NM N), Kosuki (6.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Akune Kō Old Port West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Akune Kō Old Port 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 Akune Kō Old Port West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Akune Kō Old Port 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 Akune Kō Old Port West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Akune Kō Old Port 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.