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Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater North Head Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇯🇵Kagoshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater North Head Lighthouse

This lighthouse, built in 1987, is located at the northern end of the detached middle section of Kagoshima's outer breakwater. The square, skeletal concrete tower stands 11.5 meters high and is centered on a single-story equipment room. Its light, positioned 13 meters above sea level, emits a green flash every five seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. The site is open, but the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port to this structure is Yunomochiki, located 3.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse serves to mark the northern boundary of a significant outer breakwater, guiding vessels into Kagoshima's busy port and preventing collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1987

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower centered on a square 1-story equipment room

Location

City
Kagoshima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
North end of the detached middle section of the outer breakwater of Kagoshima, Japan.
Latitude
31.5978°
Longitude
130.5727°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yunomochiki(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4828.7
NGA No.
10972
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater North Head Lighthouse at night?+
Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater North Head 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 Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater North Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater North Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kagoshima at 3.8 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Yunomochiki (3.9 NM SE), Furusato, Kagoshima (5.3 NM ESE), Uranomae (7 NM E), Kaigata (7.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater North Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater North Head 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 Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater North Head Lighthouse?+
Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater North Head 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 Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater North Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater North Head 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.