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Maeshiba Lighthouse

🇯🇵Toyohashi, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Maeshiba Lighthouse

Constructed in 1669, Maeshiba Lighthouse is a square tower built of wood, standing 9 meters tall. It is situated on the north side of the Toyogawa River entrance in what is now Toyohashi City. The lighthouse served actively until 1908. It sustained damage from Typhoon Vera in September 1959 but was restored in 1966. This traditional-style tower is recognized as one of Japan's well-preserved lighthouses.

Why it matters: Maeshiba Lighthouse is significant as one of Japan's best-preserved traditional lighthouses, showcasing early maritime engineering. Its location at the Toyogawa River entrance historically facilitated safe passage for vessels supporting local commerce.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Material
wood

Structure: square traditional-style wood tower

Location

City
Toyohashi
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aichi Prefecture
Sea Region
on the waterfront in Maeshiba (now a neighborhood in Toyahashi City), on the north side of the entrance to the Toyogawa River
Latitude
34.7802°
Longitude
137.3353°

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Construction & History

Year Built
1669

Significant events: Inactive since 1908, Damaged by Typhoon Vera in September 1959, Restored in 1966

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Toyohashi(3.3 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Maeshiba Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Maeshiba Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Toyohashi at 3.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Kamikawaguchi (4.2 NM SSW), Gamagori (5.5 NM WNW), Tahara (5.9 NM SW), Mikawa (7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Maeshiba Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Maeshiba 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 Maeshiba Lighthouse?+
Maeshiba 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 Maeshiba Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Maeshiba 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.