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Kazanasi Kō Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇯🇵Shika, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kazanasi Kō Lighthouse

Kazanasi Kō lighthouse, built in 1952, is a white concrete post attached to a 1-story square equipment building. Standing 9.5 meters tall, its focal plane reaches 14 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a green flashing light every 6 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. It is situated at the end of the main south breakwater of Kazanasi harbor, about 0.8 km from Koga port. This structure guides vessels into the harbor, approximately 2 km southwest of the Togi lighthouse. The lighthouse site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safely navigating the entrance to Kazanasi harbor, marking the extremity of the main breakwater. Its green light serves as a critical visual aid for vessels entering or leaving the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1952

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

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

Location

City
Shika
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ishikawa Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of the south (main) breakwater of Kazanasi harbor, approximately 2 km southwest of the Togi lighthouse.
Latitude
37.1364°
Longitude
136.6884°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Koga(0.8 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-1221
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kazanasi Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Kazanasi Kō displays the characteristic Fl Green 6s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kazanasi Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kazanasi Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is KOGA at 0.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Akasaki, Tottori (1.9 NM NNW), Nakanoto (13.7 NM SE), Nanao (14.5 NM ESE), Wajima (19 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kazanasi Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kazanasi 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 Kazanasi Kō Lighthouse?+
Kazanasi 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 Kazanasi Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kazanasi 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.