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Kōbe Breakwater Five Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇯🇵Kobe, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kōbe Breakwater Five Lighthouse

A white, cylindrical concrete tower, 16 meters in height, stands at the eastern end of a detached breakwater in Kobe, Japan. This breakwater, originally shielding the city's waterfront, is now located deep within the inner harbor and surrounded by artificial islands. The structure features a lantern and gallery. Its green light emits a single flash every five seconds. The lighthouse is only accessible by boat, and both the site and tower are closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the eastern end of the breakwater, guiding vessels through the inner harbor's waterways.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Kobe
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hyogo Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the east end of Kōbe Breakwater Five, a detached breakwater that originally protected the Kōbe waterfront and is now deep in the inner harbor, surrounded by artificial islands.
Latitude
34.6859°
Longitude
135.2405°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kobe(1.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M5870
NGA No.
7436
USCG No.
JCG-3650
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kōbe Breakwater Five Lighthouse at night?+
Kōbe Breakwater Five displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kōbe Breakwater Five Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kōbe Breakwater Five Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kobe at 3.6 NM to the W. Other ports served include Amagasaki (7.1 NM E), Nishinomiya (7.1 NM E), AmagasakiNishinomiyaAshiya (8.9 NM ENE), Osaka, Tottori (9.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kōbe Breakwater Five Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kōbe Breakwater Five 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 Kōbe Breakwater Five Lighthouse?+
Kōbe Breakwater Five 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 Kōbe Breakwater Five Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kōbe Breakwater Five 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.