Uchiumi Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Uchiumi Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse
Also known as: Offing
The Uchiumi Kō East (Offing) Breakwater lighthouse is a square structure painted white, black, and red, standing 14 meters above sea level. It is situated on the eastern breakwater at the entrance to Uchiumi Port in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan. This lighthouse emits a single red flash every six seconds and has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. It guides vessels into the port, helping them navigate the waters where the open sea meets the sheltered harbor. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.
Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into Uchiumi Port, marking the extent of the East (Offing) Breakwater for all approaching vessels.
Light & Optic
- Flash Type
- Flashing
- Light Color
- Red
- Interval
- 6s
- Raw Code
- Fl R 6s
- Focal Height
- 14m
- Geographic Range
- 11.6NM
Location
- City
- Miyazaki
- Country
- 🇯🇵Japan
- Region
- Miyazaki Prefecture
- Sea Region
- Uchiumi Port, on the East (Offing) Breakwater
- Latitude
- 31.7522°
- Longitude
- 131.4756°
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Uchiumi(0.2 km)
- Admiralty No.
- M4882
- NGA No.
- 10784
Tower & Structure
- Tower Shape
- square
- Tower Color
- white and black and red
Structure: Uchiumi Kō East (Offing) Breakwater lighthouse marks the entrance to Uchiumi Port, a busy maritime hub nestled along the Japanese coast. Situated directly on the eastern breakwater, it guides vessels safely into the harbor, helping them navigate the often-choppy waters where the open sea meets the sheltered port. Its red light flashes every six seconds, a constant, reassuring presence for mariners approaching or departing, cutting through the twilight or the mist. While the specific details of its construction history are not widely publicized, its role in maintaining the flow of commerce and ensuring safety for fishing boats and cargo vessels is undeniable. This functional structure, though perhaps not grand in scale, is a vital part of the local maritime infrastructure. Today, the lighthouse remains active, diligently performing its duty. Visitors can approach the site along the breakwater, enjoying views of the port and the surrounding coastline, feeling the sea breeze, though access to the tower itself is restricted. It's a quiet, functional landmark, integral to the daily rhythm of Uchiumi.
Visiting
- Open to public
- Site open, tower closed
Nearby Vessels
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