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

Suzuka Kō Lighthouse

F (2) Green 8s🇯🇵Suzuka, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Suzuka Kō Lighthouse

This lighthouse consists of a 9.5-meter concrete post atop a square, single-story concrete equipment shelter, all painted white. It is situated at the end of the south breakwater for the fishing port in Suzuka. The focal height of its light is 14 meters, and it emits two green flashes every 8 seconds. With a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles, the light is operational and marks the harbor entrance. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding local fishing boats into the Suzuka port by marking the breakwater's end.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F (2) Green 8s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
F.Fl(2) G 8s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Suzuka
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Mie Prefecture
Sea Region
fishing port in Suzuka, marking the end of the south breakwater
Latitude
34.8847°
Longitude
136.6345°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Suzuka(0.1 km)
ARLHS No.
JPN-1712

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9.5m concrete post attached to a square 1-story concrete equipment shelter, painted white.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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

Find Suzuka Kō Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near Japan, 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 Suzuka Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Suzuka Kō displays the characteristic F (2) Green 8s — 2 green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Suzuka Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Suzuka Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SUZUKA at 0 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Yokkaichi (4.7 NM NNE), Chiyozaki (4.9 NM N), Tokoname (9.8 NM E), Fugusaki (12.5 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Suzuka Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Suzuka 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 Suzuka Kō Lighthouse?+
Suzuka 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 Suzuka Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Suzuka 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.