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Kōbe Breakwater Six South End Lighthouse

Fl Yellow 3s🇯🇵Kobe, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kōbe Breakwater Six South End Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 19 meters tall, marked the southeast end of a detached section of Kōbe Breakwater Six. Its lantern and gallery were located 7 meters above the water, emitting a yellow light with a single flash every 3 seconds. The lighthouse was situated in the entrance channel to Kōbe, opposite the Breakwater Seven Southwest End lighthouse. This structure was demolished in 2013 when the breakwater section was shortened, and its role was replaced by a smaller beacon. The former site is now inaccessible to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guided maritime traffic entering and leaving the major Japanese port of Kōbe, marking the end of a breakwater section within the harbor's approach.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Yellow 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl Y 3s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Demolished in 2013, removed when breakwater section was shortened in 2013

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kobe(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M5866.3
NGA No.
7420
ARLHS No.
JPN-1510

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Kobe
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hyogo Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the southeast end of the detached section of Kōbe Breakwater Six, opposite the Breakwater Seven Southwest End lighthouse, in the entrance channel to Kōbe.
Latitude
34.6638°
Longitude
135.2502°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kōbe Breakwater Six South End Lighthouse at night?+
Kōbe Breakwater Six South End displays the characteristic Fl Yellow 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kōbe Breakwater Six South End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kōbe Breakwater Six South End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kobe at 4.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Amagasaki (6.9 NM ENE), Nishinomiya (6.9 NM ENE), AmagasakiNishinomiyaAshiya (8.8 NM ENE), Osaka, Tottori (9.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kōbe Breakwater Six South End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kōbe Breakwater Six South End 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 Six South End Lighthouse?+
Kōbe Breakwater Six South End 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 Six South End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kōbe Breakwater Six South End 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.