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Mokuzai South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl white 4s🇯🇵Kagoshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mokuzai South Breakwater Lighthouse

Established in 1972, this structure served as a 9.5-meter concrete post on Kagoshima's Mokuzai harbor south breakwater. It featured a white, 1-story concrete equipment room and emitted a white flash. The lighthouse was positioned 6 meters above sea level and had a geographic range of 3 nautical miles. Its purpose was to mark the south breakwater of Kagoshima's Mokuzai harbor. In 2014, the lighthouse was removed from its original location.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marked the south breakwater of Kagoshima's Mokuzai harbor, facilitating safe navigation for vessels entering and exiting the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl white 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
white
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.W
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1972

Significant events: Removed in 2014, light moved to the detached outer breakwater in 2014

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kagoshima(2.4 km)
Admiralty No.
H3914
NGA No.
10946
ARLHS No.
JPN-2062

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9.5m concrete post attached to a 1-story concrete equipment room, painted white.

Location

City
Kagoshima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
south breakwater of Kagoshima's Mokuzai harbor
Latitude
31.5336°
Longitude
130.5457°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mokuzai South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Mokuzai South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl white 4s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Mokuzai South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mokuzai South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kagoshima at 0.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Yunomochiki (4.5 NM ENE), Furusato, Kagoshima (6 NM E), Kaigata (8 NM E), Tarumizu (8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mokuzai South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mokuzai 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 Mokuzai South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Mokuzai 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 Mokuzai South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mokuzai 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.