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Naze Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇯🇵Amami, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Naze Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse

Established in 1997, this lighthouse is situated on the eastern breakwater at the entrance to Naze harbor. The structure is a white, round, cylindrical concrete tower that stands 11 meters tall, with a focal height of 13 meters. It emits a green flashing light every six seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. This modern aid to navigation serves the port of Amami in Kagoshima Prefecture. The tower features a gallery and marks the approach to the harbor.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for safe navigation into Naze harbor, specifically guiding ships around the eastern breakwater. Its green light helps prevent groundings and collisions for all vessels utilizing this busy port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1997

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Naze(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M4771.5
NGA No.
13151
ARLHS No.
JPN-2575

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery

Location

City
Amami
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on the east breakwater at the entrance to Naze harbor.
Latitude
28.3967°
Longitude
129.4951°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Naze Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Naze Kō East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 6s. 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 Naze Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Naze Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Naze at 0.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Chinase (2.7 NM WSW), Kominato (4.9 NM SSE), Toguchi (5.2 NM ESE), Ashitoku (6.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Naze Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Naze Kō East 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.
How can I track vessels near Naze Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Naze Kō East 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.