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Shibayama East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇯🇵Kami, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shibayama East Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Sibayama

This cylindrical, white concrete lighthouse stands 10 meters tall on the Shibayama East Breakwater. It features a round tower with a flared top, connected to an equipment shelter. The light emits a green flash every 3 seconds from a focal height of 14 meters, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on the breakwater in Kami, within Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding local fishing boats and commercial vessels safely around the Shibayama East Breakwater, preventing potential collisions and ensuring clear passage into the harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Kami
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Hyogo Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on the Shibayama East Breakwater in Japan.
Latitude
35.6587°
Longitude
134.6673°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shibayama(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M7280.7
NGA No.
2402

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with a flared top, attached to a small equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shibayama East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Shibayama East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Shibayama East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shibayama East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shibayama at 0.4 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Yasugi (1.9 NM E), Tsui (8.2 NM E), Tsuiyama (8.2 NM E), Hamasaka (10.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shibayama East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shibayama 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.
What shipping routes pass near Shibayama East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Shibayama East 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 Shibayama East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shibayama 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.