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Shibushi South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇯🇵Shibushi, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shibushi South Breakwater Lighthouse

A round concrete tower, 10 meters high, stands at the end of the south breakwater in Shibushi, Kagoshima Prefecture. It is painted white and features a flared top, connected to a small equipment shelter. The lighthouse emits a green flash every three seconds from a focal height of 15 meters. This structure marks the southern approach to the modern industrial port of Shibushi, located 0.2 kilometers from the city. It has been operational since its construction, serving the needs of this busy port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for marking the end of the south breakwater, guiding commercial vessels into and out of the busy industrial port of Shibushi.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Shibushi
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
end of the south breakwater of the modern industrial port of Shibushi
Latitude
31.4487°
Longitude
131.0911°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shibushi(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4842.6
NGA No.
10898
ARLHS No.
JPN-2073
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shibushi South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Shibushi South 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 Shibushi South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shibushi South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shibushi at 1.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Hami (6.4 NM SW), Fukushima, Miyazaki (6.5 NM E), Uchinoura (9.9 NM S), Kuroi (11 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shibushi South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shibushi 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 Shibushi South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Shibushi 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 Shibushi South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shibushi 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.