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Kobe Naka Lighthouse

Fl RG 10s🇯🇵Kōbe Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kobe Naka Lighthouse

Kōbe Naka Lighthouse is a 54-meter tall structure located in the Kōbe Area. It features a tower painted with alternating red and green bands. The light emitted is an alternating flashing type, displaying different colors depending on the direction. The tower's focal height matches its overall height, placing the light source at 54 meters above sea level. Its structure is supported by piles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl RG 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
RG
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Al.Fl
Focal Height
54m
Light Range
12NM (22.2 km)
Geographic Range
1NM

Location

City
Kōbe Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.6797°
Longitude
135.1887°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
54m
Tower Color
red;green

Structure: Piles; 13. G. 034°6´-110°36´, W.- 114°48´, R.-213°42´

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5854
NGA No.
7408
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kobe Naka Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 54 meters and a nominal range of 12 nautical miles (approximately 22.2 km), Kobe Naka is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Kobe Naka Lighthouse at night?+
Kobe Naka displays the characteristic Fl RG 10s — 1 rg flash every 10 seconds. 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 rg color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kobe Naka Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kobe Naka Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kobe at 1.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Amagasaki (9.7 NM E), Nishinomiya (9.7 NM E), Iwaya (10 NM WSW), Akashi (10.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kobe Naka Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kobe Naka 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 Kobe Naka Lighthouse?+
Kobe Naka 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 Kobe Naka Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kobe Naka 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.