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Kishi Kō Lighthouse

F Green 3s🇯🇵Itoshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kishi Kō Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse, built in 1976, stands 8.5 meters tall as a white square post attached to a 1-story equipment shelter. It is situated at the end of the west breakwater for Kishi harbor in Itoshima, Fukuoka Prefecture. The lighthouse emits a green light with a single flash every three seconds. With a focal height of 11 meters, it has a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The green flashing light of Kishi Kō lighthouse marks the western side of the harbor channel, aiding vessels in safely entering and exiting Kishi harbor, especially during nighttime or reduced visibility.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green 3s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
F G.Fl G 3s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1976

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 8.5m concrete post is attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter. The entire lighthouse is painted white.

Location

City
Itoshima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Fukuoka Prefecture
Sea Region
Kishi harbor, at the end of its west breakwater
Latitude
33.5727°
Longitude
130.1168°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kashikojima(7.7 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kishi Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Kishi Kō displays the characteristic F 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 Kishi Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kishi Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kafuri at 2.4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Karatsu (9.2 NM SW), Tobo (10.6 NM WSW), Yobuko (11.3 NM W), Hakata (12.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kishi Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kishi 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 Kishi Kō Lighthouse?+
Kishi 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 Kishi Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kishi 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.