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Kozaki Lighthouse

Iso White 8s🇯🇵Ise, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kozaki Lighthouse

Also known as: Kozaki (Kou Saki, Shinzen)

The Kozaki Lighthouse is a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 8 meters tall, situated on a promontory at the northwestern entrance to the Toba harbor complex in lower Ise Bay. Its structure includes a double gallery attached to a 1-story concrete equipment building. The focal height of the light is 91 meters, and it emits an isophase white light on an 8-second cycle, visible for 23.9 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. It is located near the port of Toba, 2.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the critical entrance to the Toba harbor complex, guiding vessels navigating the busy shipping lanes of lower Ise Bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White 8s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Iso W 8s
Focal Height
91m
Geographic Range
23.9NM

Location

City
Ise
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Mie Prefecture
Sea Region
Promontory at the northwestern side of the entrance to the Toba harbor complex in lower Ise Bay.
Latitude
34.5072°
Longitude
136.8086°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Toba(2.5 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with double gallery, attached to the seaward end of a square 1-story concrete equipment building

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kozaki Lighthouse at night?+
Kozaki displays the characteristic Iso White 8s. 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 Kozaki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kozaki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Toba at 2.4 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Suga (4.5 NM E), Matoya (9.6 NM SSE), Gokasho (11.2 NM SSW), Hamajima (12.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kozaki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kozaki 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 Kozaki Lighthouse?+
Kozaki 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 Kozaki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kozaki 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.