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Taniyama Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇯🇵Kagoshima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Taniyama Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse, built in 1975, stands 16 meters tall and emits a red light. The tower is cylindrical, painted red, and features a lantern and gallery. It is located at the south end of a detached outer breakwater, which extends approximately 2 kilometers parallel to the Kagoshima waterfront. The light characteristic is a single red flash every three seconds, visible for 12.7 nautical miles. This structure is situated 0.6 kilometers from the nearest port, Kagoshima, and its light has been operational since its construction year. The focal height of the light is 18 meters above sea level.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the southern extremity of the Taniyama Outer Breakwater, guiding vessels and preventing collisions with the structure, which is essential for navigation into Taniyama port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1975

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kagoshima(0.6 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-2076

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted red

Location

City
Kagoshima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagoshima Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the south end of the detached outer breakwater, which is about 2 km long and runs parallel to the waterfront.
Latitude
31.4830°
Longitude
130.5402°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Taniyama Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse at night?+
Taniyama Outer Breakwater South End displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Taniyama Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Taniyama Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kagoshima at 3.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Kiire (6 NM S), Yunomochiki (6.3 NM NE), Furusato, Kagoshima (7.4 NM ENE), Tarumizu (8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Taniyama Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Taniyama Outer Breakwater South End 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 Taniyama Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse?+
Taniyama Outer Breakwater South End 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 Taniyama Outer Breakwater South End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Taniyama Outer Breakwater South End 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.