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Miyazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 6s🇯🇵Miyazaki, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Miyazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical steel pylon, painted white, stands 13 meters tall with its light positioned at a focal height of 16 meters. It is situated at the termination of Miyazaki's main south breakwater, 0.3 kilometers from the port of Miyazaki. The structure rests on a substantial square stone foundation and emits a green light, flashing once every 6 seconds. This light provides a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles, serving as a guide for vessels entering the harbor.

Why it matters: The Miyazaki South Breakwater light marks the extremity of the main south breakwater, essential for safe navigation into Miyazaki harbor and preventing collisions with the submerged structure.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Miyazaki
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Miyazaki Prefecture
Sea Region
Miyazaki harbor, marking the end of the long south (main) breakwater.
Latitude
31.9218°
Longitude
131.4844°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: A 13m round metal pylon with a focal plane of 16m, standing on a large square solid stone base.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Miyazaki, Miyazaki(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4889.4
NGA No.
10763
USCG No.
JCG-6741.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Miyazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Miyazaki South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 6s — 2 green flashes every 6 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Miyazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Miyazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Miyazaki, Miyazaki at 1.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Aoshima (7.4 NM S), Uchiumi (10 NM S), Takanabe (12.1 NM NNE), Aburatsu (21.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Miyazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Miyazaki 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 Miyazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Miyazaki 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 Miyazaki South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Miyazaki 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.