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Behu-Futami Kō Lighthouse

F WRG 4s🇯🇵Kōbe Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Behu-Futami Kō Lighthouse

This green, octagonal tower stands 30 meters high, with its focal plane situated 17 meters above sea level. The beacon emits a white light. It is synchronized with another aid to navigation, K2242. The structure is built on piles, indicating its placement in a marine environment.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F WRG 4s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
WRG
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
F.W.
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Kōbe Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.7167°
Longitude
134.8500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
green

Structure: Green beacon, on pile; 30. Synchronized with K2242

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5775
NGA No.
7692
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Behu-Futami Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Behu-Futami Kō displays the characteristic F WRG 4s — 1 wrg flash every 4 seconds. 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 wrg color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Behu-Futami Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Behu-Futami Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Higashiharima at 1.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Kakogawa (1.3 NM SW), Takasago (1.3 NM SW), Eigashima (3.9 NM SE), Sone (5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Behu-Futami Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Behu-Futami Kō 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 Behu-Futami Kō Lighthouse?+
Behu-Futami Kō 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 Behu-Futami Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Behu-Futami Kō 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.