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Kamae Kō Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇯🇵Saiki, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kamae Kō Lighthouse

Kamae Kō Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower painted white, standing 10 meters tall. It was built and first lit in 1951. The lighthouse rises from a one-story concrete equipment room on a promontory on the east side of Kamae harbor. It emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 13 meters above sea level. This structure serves as a navigational aid for vessels approaching the port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for the safe navigation of local fishing fleets and commercial vessels entering and departing Kamae harbor, helping mariners pinpoint the eastern entrance.

Light & Optic

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

Construction & History

Year Built
1951

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kamae(0.7 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-2314

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower rising from a 1-story concrete equipment room

Location

City
Saiki
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Oita Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a promontory on the east side of the harbor of Kamae.
Latitude
32.7865°
Longitude
131.9293°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kamae Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Kamae Kō displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kamae Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kamae Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kamae at 0.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Shimanoura (9.3 NM SW), Kumanoe (10 NM SW), Urashiro (10.8 NM N), Saiki (11.6 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kamae Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kamae 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 Kamae Kō Lighthouse?+
Kamae 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 Kamae Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kamae 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.