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Kamo Se Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇯🇵Kure, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kamo Se Lighthouse

Also known as: Kamo Se (Kamose)

This white cylindrical fiberglass tower stands 7 meters tall on an isolated rock off the southwestern tip of Okubi Shima. First lit in 1952, it exhibits a white flash every 4 seconds from a focal height of 21 meters. The structure includes a round fiberglass tower with a gallery. Its geographic range is 13.4 nautical miles. This lighthouse serves as an active aid to navigation.

Why it matters: The Kamo Se lighthouse warns mariners of the isolated rock it occupies, aiding safe passage southwest of Okubi Shima.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1952

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Okamura(6.2 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-1740

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round white fiberglass tower with gallery

Location

City
Kure
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hiroshima Prefecture
Sea Region
An isolated rock off the southwestern tip of Okubi Shima.
Latitude
34.1925°
Longitude
132.7620°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kamo Se Lighthouse at night?+
Kamo Se displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Kamo Se Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kamo Se Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kamagari at 2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Okamura (6.2 NM E), Akitsu (7.8 NM NNE), Kinoe (8 NM ENE), Kure, Hiroshima (10.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kamo Se Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kamo Se 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 Kamo Se Lighthouse?+
Kamo Se 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 Kamo Se Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kamo Se 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.