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Taketoyo Lighthouse

Iso Green 6s🇯🇵Taketoyo, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Taketoyo Lighthouse

The Taketoyo lighthouse, built in 1941, is a 10-meter white concrete post situated at the extremity of the southern breakwater pier. It rises from a hexagonal, single-story concrete equipment room. This navigational aid emits an isophase green light on a 6-second cycle, visible for 11 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on the west side of Kinuura Kō, marking the entrance to Taketoyo's older harbor. For over 80 years, it has guided vessels into these sheltered coastal waters.

Why it matters: This light ensures safe navigation into Kinuura Kō, supporting the region's maritime economy and daily activities by marking the precise harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso Green 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso G 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1941

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kinuura(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M6163
NGA No.
5984
ARLHS No.
JPN-1714

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 10m white concrete post rising from a hexagonal 1-story concrete equipment room.

Location

City
Taketoyo
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Aichi Prefecture
Sea Region
Located at the end of the south breakwater pier at the older harbor of Taketoyo, on the west side of Kinuura Kō.
Latitude
34.8461°
Longitude
136.9304°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Taketoyo Lighthouse at night?+
Taketoyo displays the characteristic Iso Green 6s. 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 Taketoyo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Taketoyo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kinuura at 1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Take (1 NM ENE), Tokonami (1 NM ENE), Taketoyo (1 NM ENE), Ura (1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Taketoyo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Taketoyo 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 Taketoyo Lighthouse?+
Taketoyo 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 Taketoyo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Taketoyo 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.