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Kamoike Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇯🇵Kagoshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kamoike Breakwater Lighthouse

This concrete post lighthouse, built in 1976, stands 9.5 meters tall and is situated at the termination of the Kamoike Breakwater. Its equipment room is a single-story concrete structure, and the light is positioned 14 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single green flash every 3 seconds and has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. It guides ferries traveling across Kagoshima Bay between Kagoshima and Tarumizu.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for the safe operation of ferry services connecting Kagoshima with Tarumizu across Kagoshima Bay, directly impacting daily commerce and travel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1976

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9.5m concrete post, painted white, attached to a 1-story concrete equipment room. Its focal plane is 14m.

Location

City
Kagoshima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of the breakwater sheltering the ferry terminal about 6.5 km south of the downtown Kagoshima waterfront, guiding ferries sailing to and from Tarumizu on the other side of Kagoshima Bay.
Latitude
31.5529°
Longitude
130.5627°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yunomochiki(3.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M4827.4
NGA No.
10956
ARLHS No.
JPN-2045
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kamoike Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Kamoike Breakwater 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 Kamoike Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kamoike Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kagoshima at 1.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Yunomochiki (3.5 NM E), Furusato, Kagoshima (5 NM E), Kaigata (7.3 NM E), Tarumizu (7.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kamoike Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kamoike 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 Kamoike Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Kamoike 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 Kamoike Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kamoike 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.