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Bakuchi Bae Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇯🇵Nobeoka, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bakuchi Bae Lighthouse

This white concrete tower stands 13 meters tall on a rocky reef. It is situated on the south side of Kitaura harbor, marking the channel between the mainland and Shimanoura Shima. The cylindrical structure features a gallery and a focal height of 17 meters. Its white light flashes once every 3 seconds, visible for 12.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is accessible only by boat, with the nearest port being Kamae, 9 kilometers away. The site and tower are not open to the public.

Why it matters: Bakuchi Bae guides vessels through the channel between the mainland and Shimanoura Shima, marking a rocky reef near Kitaura harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Nobeoka
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Miyazaki Prefecture
Sea Region
channel between the mainland and Shimanoura Shima, on the south side of Kitaura harbor, marking a rocky reef
Latitude
32.6773°
Longitude
131.8143°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical white concrete tower with gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kamae(9.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4904.8
NGA No.
10652
ARLHS No.
JPN-2133
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bakuchi Bae Lighthouse at night?+
Bakuchi Bae displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bakuchi Bae Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bakuchi Bae Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shimanoura at 0.6 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Kumanoe (1.6 NM W), Nobeoka (7.3 NM SW), Kamae (9.1 NM NE), Nobeokashinko (11.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bakuchi Bae Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bakuchi Bae 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 Bakuchi Bae Lighthouse?+
Bakuchi Bae 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 Bakuchi Bae Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bakuchi Bae 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.