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Kagoshima New Harbor (Shinko Kō) South Breakwater Lighthouse

🇯🇵Kagoshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kagoshima New Harbor (Shinko Kō) South Breakwater Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 13 meters tall, with its light positioned 14 meters above sea level. Established in 1973, the lighthouse is located at the end of the south breakwater in Kagoshima New Harbor, Japan. The structure features a lantern and gallery and is painted white. It has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. Its nearest port is Yunomochiki, 3.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the south breakwater of Kagoshima New Harbor, guiding vessels into a key port for commercial and passenger traffic in southern Japan.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1973

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Location

City
Kagoshima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
Kagoshima New Harbor (Shinko Kō), Japan, marking the south breakwater.
Latitude
31.5819°
Longitude
130.5711°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yunomochiki(3.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M4828
NGA No.
10964
ARLHS No.
JPN-2040
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Kagoshima New Harbor (Shinko Kō) South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kagoshima New Harbor (Shinko Kō) South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kagoshima at 2.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Yunomochiki (3.4 NM ESE), Furusato, Kagoshima (4.9 NM ESE), Uranomae (7.2 NM ENE), Kaigata (7.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kagoshima New Harbor (Shinko Kō) South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kagoshima New Harbor (Shinko Kō) South 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 New Harbor (Shinko Kō) South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Kagoshima New Harbor (Shinko Kō) South 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 New Harbor (Shinko Kō) South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kagoshima New Harbor (Shinko Kō) South 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.