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Ube Kō South Harbor Range Front Lighthouse

F Red🇯🇵Ube, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ube Kō South Harbor Range Front Lighthouse

A white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 12 meters tall on the waterfront of Ube's south harbor basin. Topped by a triangular concrete daymark, the structure features a gallery. This active light has a focal height of 13 meters and emits a continuous red light. It has a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The tower is located 2.2 kilometers from the nearest port, Ube.

Why it matters: This light serves as the front marker for a range, providing a critical alignment point for vessels entering the harbor basin. Its signal is essential for safe navigation within this busy industrial port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Ube
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Yamaguchi Prefecture
Sea Region
waterfront of the south harbor basin
Latitude
33.9363°
Longitude
131.2528°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with gallery topped by a triangular concrete daymark

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ube(2.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M5380
NGA No.
9656
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ube Kō South Harbor Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Ube Kō South Harbor Range Front displays the characteristic F Red. 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 Ube Kō South Harbor Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ube Kō South Harbor Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ube at 0.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Onoda (4.8 NM WNW), Maruo (5.3 NM ENE), Asa (6.8 NM WNW), Aio (9.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ube Kō South Harbor Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ube Kō South Harbor Range Front 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 Ube Kō South Harbor Range Front Lighthouse?+
Ube Kō South Harbor Range Front 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 Ube Kō South Harbor Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ube Kō South Harbor Range Front 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.