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Honjo Kō Lighthouse

F (2) Red 8s🇯🇵Ine, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Honjo Kō Lighthouse

This 9.5-meter red concrete post, part of a 1-story equipment shelter, stands on the north breakwater of Honjo harbor. Located about 5.4 km from Ine and 3 km southeast of Kyōga Misaki, it guides vessels with a red light. The light displays two white flashes every 8 seconds. The lighthouse structure is accessible to the public, but the tower itself is closed. Its focal height is 13 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the north breakwater of Honjo harbor, essential for safe entry and exit.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F (2) Red 8s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
F.Fl(2) R 8s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Ine
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Kyoto Prefecture
Sea Region
north breakwater of Honjo harbor, about 3 km southeast of Kyōga Misaki
Latitude
35.7556°
Longitude
135.2523°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ine(5.4 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9.5m red concrete post attached to a 1-story concrete equipment shelter.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Honjo Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Honjo Kō displays the characteristic F (2) Red 8s — 2 red flashes every 8 seconds. 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 Honjo Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Honjo Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ine at 5.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Taiza (7.9 NM W), Miyazu (12.6 NM SSW), Maizuru (17.4 NM SSE), Uchiura, Fukui (17.5 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Honjo Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Honjo 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 Honjo Kō Lighthouse?+
Honjo 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 Honjo Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Honjo 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.