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Kagoshima Honko Kō North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇯🇵Kagoshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kagoshima Honko Kō North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

This navigational aid, built in 1987, is a 10-meter red concrete post. It is attached to a single-story concrete equipment room, and the entire structure is painted red. The light displays a red flash every five seconds. This post structure is situated at the south end of the detached section of Kagoshima's outer breakwater. It helps frame the north entrance to Honko harbor.

Why it matters: This light, along with another, defines the north (Honko) entrance to Kagoshima harbor, ensuring safe passage for vessels navigating this busy port.

Light & Optic

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

Construction & History

Year Built
1987

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yunomochiki(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4828.8
NGA No.
10973
USCG No.
JCG-6635.37

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 10m concrete post attached to a 1-story concrete equipment room, painted entirely red.

Location

City
Kagoshima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
This light and the next one frame the north (Honko) entrance to the harbor. Located at the south end of the detached section of the outer breakwater of Kagoshima.
Latitude
31.5988°
Longitude
130.5727°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kagoshima Honko Kō North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Kagoshima Honko Kō North Outer Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kagoshima Honko Kō North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kagoshima Honko Kō North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kagoshima at 3.9 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 North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kagoshima Honko Kō North Outer Breakwater 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 North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Kagoshima Honko Kō North Outer Breakwater 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 North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kagoshima Honko Kō North Outer Breakwater 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.