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Chiyosaki Kō Lighthouse

🇯🇵Suzuka, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chiyosaki Kō Lighthouse

Also known as: Chiiyozaki

The Chiyosaki Kō lighthouse, built in 1951, is a 10-meter square concrete tower. Its light is positioned 13 meters above sea level and offers a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The operational light assembly sits atop an x-shaped bracket extending from a 1-story concrete equipment shelter. The lighthouse is located in Suzuka, Mie Prefecture, near the port of Shiroko, which is approximately 2 kilometers away. While the tower is not accessible to the public, the grounds are open for visitors.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of vessels entering and departing the nearby port of Shiroko, contributing to the smooth flow of local maritime trade and fishing activities.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1951

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete tower; the light is atop an x-shaped bracket mounted on a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter

Location

City
Suzuka
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Mie Prefecture
Latitude
34.8558°
Longitude
136.6159°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shiroko(2.0 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-1803
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Chiyosaki Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chiyosaki Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SUZUKA at 2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Yokkaichi (6.6 NM NNE), Chiyozaki (6.7 NM N), Tokoname (10.7 NM E), Tsu (12.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chiyosaki Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chiyosaki 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 Chiyosaki Kō Lighthouse?+
Chiyosaki 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 Chiyosaki Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chiyosaki 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.