Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Ino Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 8s🇯🇵Kōchi (Southern Shikoku), JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ino Lighthouse

The Ino Lighthouse stands 45 meters above sea level. This navigational aid displays two white flashes in a repeating 8-second cycle. Its light can be seen up to 7 nautical miles away. The lighthouse is operational and located in Kōchi on southern Shikoku.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 8s
Focal Height
45m
Geographic Range
7NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5598.5
NGA No.
10252

Location

City
Kōchi (Southern Shikoku)
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
33.0288°
Longitude
133.0870°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Ino Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near JP, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ino Lighthouse at night?+
Ino displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 8s — 2 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does Ino Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ino Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saga at 3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Tosashimizu (16.5 NM SSW), Ashizuri (16.6 NM SSW), Kaminokae (17 NM NNE), Sukumowan (19.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ino Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ino 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 Ino Lighthouse?+
Ino 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 Ino Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ino 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.