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Miyanoura Kō Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 7s🇯🇵Yakushima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Miyanoura Kō Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical concrete tower stands 11 meters tall and was built in 2009. The lighthouse is situated on a detached breakwater at the northern entrance to Miyanoura harbor. Its structure includes a flared top and an attached equipment shelter. The light emits a single red flash every 7 seconds, visible for nearly 12 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is not accessible.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the northern side of the entrance to Miyanoura harbor, facilitating safe passage for vessels including ferries.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl R 7s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2009

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

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

Location

City
Yakushima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
on a detached breakwater on the north side of the entrance to Miyanoura
Latitude
30.4341°
Longitude
130.5786°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yakushima(0.1 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-2574
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Miyanoura Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Miyanoura Kō displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 7s — 2 red flashes every 7 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Miyanoura Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Miyanoura Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yakushima at 0.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Kusukawa (1.6 NM SE), Usuka (1.6 NM SE), Tabu (2.9 NM SE), Tainokawa (11.2 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Miyanoura Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Miyanoura 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 Miyanoura Kō Lighthouse?+
Miyanoura 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 Miyanoura Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Miyanoura 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.