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Kuchino Shima Lighthouse

Oc Red 6s🇯🇵Toshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kuchino Shima Lighthouse

Also known as: Kuchino Shima (Kuti-no-Sima)

A 9.5-meter cylindrical concrete tower, painted red, connects to a square, single-story equipment building. This structure is situated on the south breakwater of the harbor at Toshima, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. The light displays an Occulting Red signal every 6 seconds. With a focal height of 17 meters, the light covers a distance of 12.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is active; visitors can access the site, but the tower itself is not open. Nakama, Kagoshima, serves as the nearest port, situated 31 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: This navigation aid directs local fishing boats and other small vessels into Kuchino Shima's harbor. Its position on the south breakwater helps avoid contact with the structure and marks the harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc R 6s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Toshima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on the south breakwater of Kuchino Shima's harbor.
Latitude
29.9939°
Longitude
129.9119°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nakama, Kagoshima(31.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4784.5
NGA No.
13092
ARLHS No.
JPN-2610

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower attached to a square 1-story equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kuchino Shima Lighthouse at night?+
Kuchino Shima displays the characteristic Oc Red 6s. 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 Kuchino Shima Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kuchino Shima Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nanatsuyama at 9.1 NM to the S. Other ports served include Kiriishi (25.2 NM SSW), Higashinohama (26.6 NM SW), Enohama (27.2 NM SW), Maenohama (27.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kuchino Shima Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kuchino Shima 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.
How can I track vessels near Kuchino Shima Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kuchino Shima 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.