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Mitaziri Nakanoseki Kō Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇯🇵Hofu, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mitaziri Nakanoseki Kō Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 9.5 meters tall on a detached breakwater at the entrance to Hōfu harbor. Its focal height is 14 meters, and it emits a red flash every 3 seconds. The structure includes a flared top and is attached to an equipment shelter. Located approximately 1.4 kilometers from the nearest port of Mitajiri, the lighthouse is accessible only by boat. Its construction date is not recorded, indicating its primary purpose as a modern navigational aid.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels safely into and out of Hōfu harbor, clearly marking the approach from the open sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Hofu
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Yamaguchi Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on a detached breakwater outside the entrance to Hōfu harbor in Japan.
Latitude
34.0149°
Longitude
131.6119°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mitajiri(1.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M5396
NGA No.
9577
USCG No.
JCG-5181.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mitaziri Nakanoseki Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Mitaziri Nakanoseki Kō displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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 Mitaziri Nakanoseki Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mitaziri Nakanoseki Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mitajiri at 1.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Tajiri (1.3 NM NNW), Nakanoseki (3 NM WSW), Hofu (6 NM W), Tonda (7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mitaziri Nakanoseki Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mitaziri Nakanoseki 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 Mitaziri Nakanoseki Kō Lighthouse?+
Mitaziri Nakanoseki 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 Mitaziri Nakanoseki Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mitaziri Nakanoseki 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.