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Makurazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl 6s🇯🇵Makurazaki, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Makurazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Makurasaki

The Makurazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse, built in 1996, is a 10-meter-tall cylindrical concrete tower. It features a flared top and is attached to an equipment shelter, standing on the port's south breakwater. The light is positioned 18 meters above the water and emits two red flashes every 6 seconds, visible for 12.7 nautical miles. This modern structure guides vessels navigating the waters near Makurazaki Port. It is located 0.3 km from the nearest port facilities.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe entry and exit of fishing vessels and other maritime traffic into Makurazaki Port, warning them of the south breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)R
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1996

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Makurazaki(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4815.3
NGA No.
11056
ARLHS No.
JPN-2060

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with a flared top, attached to a small equipment shelter

Location

City
Makurazaki
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on the south breakwater of Makurazaki Port in Japan.
Latitude
31.2589°
Longitude
130.2920°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Makurazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Makurazaki South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl 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.
Which ports and harbors does Makurazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Makurazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Makurazaki at 0.3 NM to the N. Other ports served include Taniyama (1.9 NM NE), Nishishioya (4 NM E), Higashishioya (4.7 NM E), Matsugaura (5.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Makurazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Makurazaki South Breakwater 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 Makurazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Makurazaki South Breakwater 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 Makurazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Makurazaki South Breakwater 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.