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Kishiwada West Breakwater South End Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇯🇵Kishiwada, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kishiwada West Breakwater South End Lighthouse

Located at the southern end of the Kishiwada West Breakwater, this 11-meter tall, round, white concrete tower has its light source at 13 meters above sea level. The light shows a green flash every four seconds, with a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. This structure is situated at the extremity of the breakwater, approximately 1 kilometer from the port of Hannan.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southern extremity of the Kishiwada West Breakwater, serving as a navigation aid for ships entering or leaving the Kishiwada waterfront and warning them of the breakwater's extent.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Kishiwada
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Osaka Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the south end of the Kishiwada West Breakwater, which extends about 1.5 km and protects the Kishiwada waterfront.
Latitude
34.4805°
Longitude
135.3646°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hannan(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M5955.04
NGA No.
7264
ARLHS No.
JPN-1908
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kishiwada West Breakwater South End Lighthouse at night?+
Kishiwada West Breakwater South End displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kishiwada West Breakwater South End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kishiwada West Breakwater South End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hannan at 1.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include KAIZUKA (1.6 NM SSW), Sakai (4 NM NE), Sakaisenboku (5.4 NM NE), Sensyu (6.3 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kishiwada West Breakwater South End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kishiwada West Breakwater 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 Kishiwada West Breakwater South End Lighthouse?+
Kishiwada West Breakwater 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 Kishiwada West Breakwater South End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kishiwada West Breakwater 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.