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Konominato Kō Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇯🇵Munakata, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Konominato Kō Lighthouse

Also known as: Konominato Kō (Ku Saki, Ku Zaki)

Built in 1991, Konominato Kō is an 8.5-meter red concrete post lighthouse. The structure is attached to a square, single-story concrete equipment room, with the entire lighthouse painted red. It stands at the end of the north breakwater at Konominato, which serves as the terminal for ferries traveling to Aino Shima. The light emits a single red flash every 4 seconds and has a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of ferries between Konominato and Aino Shima, clearly marking the end of the north breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1991

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: An 8.5m red concrete post is attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment room. The entire lighthouse is painted red.

Location

City
Munakata
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Fukuoka Prefecture
Sea Region
end of the north breakwater of Konominato, the terminal for ferries to Aino Shima
Latitude
33.8545°
Longitude
130.4846°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ohshima, Fukuoka(3.4 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Konominato Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Konominato Kō displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Konominato Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Konominato Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ashiya, Fukuoka at 9 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Kasuya (14.3 NM S), Hakata/Fukuoka (14.6 NM SSW), Hakata (15.1 NM SSW), Hibikishinko (15.3 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Konominato Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Konominato 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 Konominato Kō Lighthouse?+
Konominato 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 Konominato Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Konominato 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.