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Shiota South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl G 13s🇯🇵Kōbe Area, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shiota South Breakwater Lighthouse

This white tower stands 28 meters tall and serves the Kōbe Area. Its focal height is 12 meters above sea level. The light emits a green signal, characterized by an isophase pattern that repeats every 6 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 4 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 13s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
13s
Raw Code
Iso.G. period 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
4NM

Location

City
Kōbe Area
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.4126°
Longitude
134.8994°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower; 28

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5822.12
NGA No.
7600
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shiota South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Shiota South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl G 13s — 1 green flash every 13 seconds. 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 Shiota South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shiota South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tsushi at 5.9 NM to the W. Other ports served include Iwaya (12.3 NM NNE), Fuke (12.9 NM ESE), Akashi (14.5 NM NNE), Tannowa (14.9 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shiota South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shiota 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 Shiota South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Shiota 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 Shiota South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shiota 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.