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Oseto No. 3 Range Front Lighthouse

F Yellow 3s🇯🇵Kitakyushu, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Oseto No. 3 Range Front Lighthouse

Constructed in 1966, Oseto No. 3 Range Front is a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 19 meters tall in Kitakyushu's Komorie district. Its focal height reaches 26 meters, and it emits a continuous yellow light from a panel of horizontal neon tubes within a triangular daymark. This structure is located above a rapid transit rail line, guiding eastbound vessels through a strait. The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 14.5 nautical miles and is situated near Hikoshima port, 2.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe passage of eastbound vessels navigating the strait near Kitakyūshū. Its placement above a rapid transit rail line demonstrates the integration of navigation aids within an urban coastal setting.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Yellow 3s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
3s
Raw Code
F Y
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1966

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hikoshima(2.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M5340.6
NGA No.
9804

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery; the light is shown as a panel of horizontal neon tubes within a triangular daymark

Location

City
Kitakyushu
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Fukuoka Prefecture
Sea Region
Guides eastbound vessels in a strait, located in the Komorie district of Kitakyūshū, above a rapid transit rail line.
Latitude
33.9160°
Longitude
130.9387°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Oseto No. 3 Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Oseto No. 3 Range Front displays the characteristic F Yellow 3s. 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Oseto No. 3 Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Oseto No. 3 Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shimonoseki at 1.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Kanmon (1.5 NM SW), Tanoura/Kitakyushu (2.5 NM NE), Oku (3.4 NM SW), Shinmoji (3.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Oseto No. 3 Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Oseto No. 3 Range Front 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 Oseto No. 3 Range Front Lighthouse?+
Oseto No. 3 Range Front 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 Oseto No. 3 Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Oseto No. 3 Range Front 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.