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Murotomisaki Kō South Inner Breakwater Lighthouse

White🇯🇵Muroto, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Murotomisaki Kō South Inner Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 14 meters tall and painted white, marked the entrance to Murotomisaki port. It was situated at the very end of the main inner breakwater. The lighthouse served as a navigational aid for vessels approaching the harbor. It guided fishing boats and other craft through the approach to Murotomisaki. The structure was deactivated and subsequently demolished in 2012.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was essential for the safe passage of ships entering and exiting Murotomisaki port, providing a critical visual reference point.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
White
Light Color
White

Construction & History

Significant events: Deactivated, Demolished in 2012

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Murotomisaki(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M5587
NGA No.
M5587
ARLHS No.
JPN-2501

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round tapered concrete tower, painted white

Location

City
Muroto
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kochi Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of the main inner breakwater of Murotomisaki.
Latitude
33.2637°
Longitude
134.1630°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Murotomisaki Kō South Inner Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Murotomisaki Kō South Inner Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Murotsu, Kochi at 1.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Nahari (12 NM NW), Kannoura (18.2 NM NNE), Asakawa (24.3 NM NNE), Hiwasa (34 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Murotomisaki Kō South Inner Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Murotomisaki Kō South Inner 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 Murotomisaki Kō South Inner Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Murotomisaki Kō South Inner 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 Murotomisaki Kō South Inner Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Murotomisaki Kō South Inner 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.