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Shinagawa Lighthouse

🇯🇵Inuyama, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shinagawa Lighthouse

Also known as: Shinagawa (relocated)

The Shinagawa Lighthouse is a white, cylindrical tower standing 9 meters tall. Constructed in 1870, it features a round base topped with a lantern and gallery. This structure was built during a period of significant modernization in Japan. It served as a navigational aid, helping vessels approach the port. The lighthouse represents early advancements in Japan's maritime infrastructure.

Why it matters: As one of Japan's earliest modern lighthouses, Shinagawa marks a key period of national development and international maritime engagement.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: round cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Inuyama
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aichi Prefecture
Latitude
35.3416°
Longitude
136.9941°

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Construction & History

Year Built
1870

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tokai(19.8 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Shinagawa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shinagawa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Seki at 9.3 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Kitanagoya (9.6 NM SW), Inazawa (11.7 NM WSW), Toyota (17.7 NM SSE), Nagoya, Aichi (19.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shinagawa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shinagawa 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 Shinagawa Lighthouse?+
Shinagawa 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 Shinagawa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shinagawa 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.