Alien invasion rumors are sparked by eerie light columns spotted in Japan; the internet declares that "God is coming soon."

Report reveals Japanese phenomenon ‘Isaribi Kochu’ as fish-attracting light pillars, debunking cosmic claims.

Captivating photos of a brilliant show in the night sky over Tottori, Japan, have caused a stir of conjecture on social media. Nine pillars of light spreading over the horizon were seen in these photographs, which at first many thought were an alien or cosmic event. But a new investigation has revealed the real source of this amazing exhibition.

The phenomena that was seen in Tottori on May 11th has been described as "fish-attracting light pillars," or "Isaribi Kochu," a well-known occurrence in Japan, according to a report by Mothership. The captivating lights aren't coming from space; instead, they're the product of local fisherman using realistic fishing methods.

A user going under the handle Maashii posted the first images of the bright columns on social media after she saw them over the seaside town of Daisen. A similar photo was then shared by user totoro8201, who claimed to have seen the light pillars from Nariishi beach, which is around 12 kilometers east of Daisen. The pictures quickly became well-known, leading to a lot of conjecture over their origin.

The fact behind these bright pillars is rooted in the long-standing activity of squid fishing, in contrast to the cosmic hypotheses that are making the rounds on the internet. A sunnyskyz.com report explains that Japanese fishermen use special lights called "Isaribi" to draw in bigger catches, which is an essential tactic in squid fishing. These lights provide a very dramatic visual impact, especially in certain lighting settings.

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The phenomenon occurs when overnight temperatures drop sufficiently, leading to the formation of ice crystals in the atmosphere above the fishing vessels. Under precipitation-free conditions, these ice crystals act as mirrors, reflecting the light emitted by the fishermen’s boats. The result is a series of radiant, vertical light pillars that are visible from the shoreline, captivating onlookers and sparking imaginative interpretations.

"Japan Today" explained "Isaribi," which translates to "fishing fires," as lights used on fishing boats to entice bigger catches, especially during squid fishing. Crystals may occasionally form in the sky above these lit fishing boats at colder evening temperatures. The light beams can appear when certain conditions are met, such as when large crystals form in the absence of precipitation, and are reflected by the boats' lights. gave a description of "Isaribi," which translates to "fishing fires," lights used on fishing boats to entice bigger catches, especially during squid fishing. Crystals may occasionally form in the sky above these lit fishing boats at colder evening temperatures. The light beams can appear in some situations where large crystals grow without any precipitation.

The revelation of the dazzling display's real provenance underscores the unique junction of tradition, technology, and atmospheric phenomena, despite the first interpretation pointing towards alien origins. The "Isaribi Kochu" phenomenon offers a window into the inventiveness of human activities in harmony with nature and serves as a reminder of the rich cultural traditions entwined with the natural environment.