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Hirohata Kō Lighthouse

Iso R 4s🇯🇵Kōbe Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hirohata Kō Lighthouse

This red, round concrete tower stands 30 meters tall and was built in 2023. Its light is situated at a focal height of 17 meters, providing a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. The beacon emits two white flashes every 12 seconds. The structure is located on a pile and marks a channel, which is further defined by other beacons. It is synchronized with beacon K2255.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso R 4s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 12s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2023

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5762
NGA No.
7752
ARLHS No.
JPN-1493

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red beacon, on pile; 30. Channel marked by beacons No 3, 5-16, Fl.R. and Fl.G. Synchronized with K2255

Location

City
Kōbe Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.7638°
Longitude
134.6288°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hirohata Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Hirohata Kō displays the characteristic Iso R 4s — 1 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hirohata Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hirohata Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hiro at 0.3 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Hata (0.3 NM NE), Aboshi/Himeji (0.9 NM SSE), Hirohata (0.9 NM WNW), Shikama (1.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hirohata Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hirohata 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 Hirohata Kō Lighthouse?+
Hirohata 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 Hirohata Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hirohata 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.