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Shimonoseki Kō Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇯🇵Shimonoseki, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shimonoseki Kō Lighthouse

Also known as: Shimonoseki Kō (Hananocho Breakwater)

This red, cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 8.5 meters tall, with its light positioned 10 meters above sea level. Built in 2008, it is attached to a single-story concrete equipment room and painted entirely red. Its light emits a red flash every 5 seconds. Situated at the end of the Hananocho harbor breakwater, it is located within the city of Shimonoseki in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The Shimonoseki Kō lighthouse warns mariners of the breakwater's end, preventing groundings and collisions in this busy port approach. It supports the safe navigation of vessels entering and departing Hananocho harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2008

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shimonoseki(2.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M5351
NGA No.
9794

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 8.5m concrete post with a lantern, attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment room. The entire structure is painted red.

Location

City
Shimonoseki
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Yamaguchi Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of the breakwater for the Hananocho harbor.
Latitude
33.9471°
Longitude
130.9331°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shimonoseki Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Shimonoseki Kō displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Shimonoseki Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shimonoseki Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shimonoseki at 0.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Tanoura/Kitakyushu (1.7 NM E), Kanmon (2.9 NM SSW), Mutsure (3.5 NM WNW), Moji/Kitakyushu (3.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shimonoseki Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shimonoseki Kō 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 Shimonoseki Kō Lighthouse?+
Shimonoseki Kō 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 Shimonoseki Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shimonoseki Kō 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.