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Hoza Kō Lighthouse

F White/Red/Green🇯🇵Minamiise, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hoza Kō Lighthouse

Also known as: Hoza Kō (Houza Ura)

The Hoza Kō Lighthouse is a white concrete tower, cylindrical and wider at the top, standing 7 meters tall. It is situated atop a wooded bluff approximately 4 kilometers south of Yoshizu, marking the entrance to Hoza harbor. The lighthouse emits a sector light that shifts between white, red, and green, with a geographic range of 17.2 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, offering access to the grounds, though the tower itself is closed. It is located in Minamiise, Mie Prefecture, near the nearest port of Yoshizu, which is 1.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's sector light precisely marks the entrance to Hoza harbor, guiding vessels through safe channels and warning of shallow areas. Its distinct square cylindrical tower design also serves as a recognizable coastal landmark.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White/Red/Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Raw Code
F W,R,G (sector)
Focal Height
41m
Geographic Range
17.2NM

Location

City
Minamiise
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Mie Prefecture
Sea Region
atop a wooded bluff marking the entrance to Hoza harbor about 4 km south of Yoshizu.
Latitude
34.2551°
Longitude
136.4988°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yoshizu(1.3 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-1814

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical white concrete tower, wider at the top

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hoza Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Hoza Kō displays the characteristic F White/Red/Green. 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 white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hoza Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hoza Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yoshizu at 1.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Nishiki (5.8 NM WSW), Nagashima (8.4 NM WSW), Gokasho (11.2 NM ENE), Hamajima (13 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hoza Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hoza 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 Hoza Kō Lighthouse?+
Hoza 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 Hoza Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hoza 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.