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Hojo Kō Lighthouse

Fl 24s🇯🇵Matsuyama, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hojo Kō Lighthouse

Also known as: Hozyo

The Hojo Kō Lighthouse is a concrete post structure attached to a 1-story square equipment building, standing 10 meters tall. It emits three white flashes, though the light characteristic is now inactive. The lighthouse reaches a focal height of 22 meters and has a geographic range of 16 nautical miles. Its white and red tower marks the entrance to Hojo Port in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, Japan. The lighthouse is located on-site at the port, approximately 0.4 kilometers from the nearest port facilities. While the site is open for public access, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The Hojo Kō Lighthouse provided guidance for vessels entering and departing Hojo Port, facilitating safe maritime traffic for local fishing and commercial activities.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl 24s
Flash Type
Flashing
Interval
24s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Significant events: inactive

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete post attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment building

Location

City
Matsuyama
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ehime Prefecture
Sea Region
Hojo Port, Japan, guiding vessels into the harbor
Latitude
33.9750°
Longitude
132.7721°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hojo(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M5442
NGA No.
8800
ARLHS No.
JPN-2375
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hojo Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Hojo Kō displays the characteristic Fl 24s. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Hojo Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hojo Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hojo at 0.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include Kikuma (4.7 NM NE), Matsuyama (6.6 NM SSW), Masaki (8.3 NM SSW), Mitsuhama (8.3 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hojo Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hojo 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 Hojo Kō Lighthouse?+
Hojo 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 Hojo Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hojo 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.