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Kamihira Kō Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇯🇵Amakusa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kamihira Kō Lighthouse

This lighthouse, built in 1987, is an 8-meter white concrete post. It is attached to a 1-story concrete equipment shelter and stands 12 meters above sea level. Its green light flashes every three seconds, offering a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. Positioned at the end of the south breakwater, it marks the entrance to Kamihira harbor. The structure serves maritime traffic in the Amakusa region of Kumamoto Prefecture.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of vessels entering and departing Kamihira harbor, warning mariners of the south breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1987

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shirose(3.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M5129.15
NGA No.
11376
ARLHS No.
JPN-2096

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: An 8m white concrete post attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter.

Location

City
Amakusa
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kumamoto Prefecture
Sea Region
Kamihira harbor, at the end of its south breakwater
Latitude
32.2862°
Longitude
130.1319°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kamihira Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Kamihira Kō displays the characteristic Fl Green 3s. 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 Kamihira Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kamihira Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kamihira at 0.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include Fukami (2.6 NM SW), Kuzu (3.2 NM ESE), Katasoba (4.3 NM E), Sakitsu (5.6 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kamihira Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kamihira 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 Kamihira Kō Lighthouse?+
Kamihira 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 Kamihira Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kamihira 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.