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Aji Kō Lighthouse

🇯🇵Takamatsu, JPOperational

Also known as: Azi

Aji Kō Lighthouse is situated at the northern end of a detached breakwater within Aji Harbor. This concrete post structure, painted red, rises from a single-story equipment shelter. It emits a red light that flashes every four seconds, providing a consistent signal for navigators. The lighthouse guides vessels into and out of Aji Port, an area supporting local shipping. Its operational status continues today, though the tower and site are not open to the public and are best observed from the water or across the harbor.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for ships navigating the entrance to Aji Port, specifically warning of the detached breakwater it marks. Its red flashing light offers a clear visual cue for vessels entering or leaving the harbor.

Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM
Nearest Port
Ohshima, Kagawa(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M5545
NGA No.
8136
ARLHS No.
JPN-2435
City
Takamatsu
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kagawa Prefecture
Sea Region
Aji Port, Japan
Latitude
34.3872°
Longitude
134.1224°
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Which ports and harbors does Aji Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Aji Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Takamatsu at 4.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Tonosho (6.4 NM NNE), Ieura (7 NM NNW), Ikeda, Kagawa (7.4 NM NE), Naoshima (8.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Aji Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Aji 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 Aji Kō Lighthouse?+
Aji 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 Aji Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Aji 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.