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Futae Kō Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇯🇵Amakusa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Futae Kō Lighthouse

Also known as: Futae Kō (#2 Breakwater)

Built in 1944, this concrete post lighthouse stands 9.5 meters tall and is painted white. It is situated on a breakwater for Futae, a fishing port on the north coast of Shimo Shima in Amakusa. The structure includes a 1-story concrete equipment room. Its green light flashes once every 5 seconds, with a focal height of 14 meters. The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles, guiding vessels into the port which is only 0.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the local fishing fleet navigating the busy Futae port, providing a critical green flash to mark one of the numerous breakwaters. Its light ensures safe entry and departure for vessels, particularly in the often-congested harbor environment.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1944

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Futae(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M5149.4
NGA No.
11468
ARLHS No.
JPN-2090

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9.5m concrete post attached to a 1-story concrete equipment room, painted white.

Location

City
Amakusa
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kumamoto Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a breakwater of Futae, a fishing port on the north coast of Shimo Shima.
Latitude
32.5456°
Longitude
130.1335°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Futae Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Futae Kō displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 Futae Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Futae Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Futae at 0.2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Oniike (2.8 NM E), Kuchinotsu (4.8 NM NE), Tomioka, Kumamoto (5.1 NM WSW), Mogine (5.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Futae Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Futae 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 Futae Kō Lighthouse?+
Futae 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 Futae Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Futae 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.