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Kogai Bae Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 8s🇯🇵Ainan, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kogai Bae Lighthouse

A round, cylindrical concrete tower painted white stands 11 meters tall, with its light positioned 13 meters above sea level. This lighthouse emits a white flash every 8 seconds. It is situated on a small islet, almost detached from the tip of a promontory approximately 3 kilometers south of Kashiwa, Japan. The geographic range of its light is 11.3 nautical miles. The nearest port, Kashiwa, is 1.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of a hazardous promontory and the islet it guards, aiding navigation in an area that can be difficult to discern, especially in low visibility.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Ainan
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Ehime Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on an islet barely separated from the tip of a promontory about 3 km south of Kashiwa, Japan.
Latitude
32.9938°
Longitude
132.5002°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kashiwa, Ehime(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M5612.2
NGA No.
10480
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kogai Bae Lighthouse at night?+
Kogai Bae displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kogai Bae Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kogai Bae Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Misho at 2.6 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Fukaura, Ehime (5.8 NM ESE), Iwamatsu (8 NM N), Ikeshima (10.4 NM ESE), Sukumowan (11.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kogai Bae Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kogai Bae 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 Kogai Bae Lighthouse?+
Kogai Bae 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 Kogai Bae Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kogai Bae 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.