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Tōkyō Outside Breakwater Lighthouse

Red🇯🇵Edogawa, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tōkyō Outside Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical concrete tower stood 9 meters tall at the end of a detached breakwater in the West Passage of Tokyo Bay. The structure was painted red and featured a green triangle pointing upwards. It was located approximately 3.1 kilometers from the nearest port, Tokyo. The light was operational until November 2010, after which it was removed. The breakwater was also dismantled as part of harbor redevelopment.

Why it matters: The light guided vessels navigating the West Passage of Tokyo Bay, marking the detached breakwater and ensuring safe entry into the busy harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Red
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
2F.G.(vert.) Beacon, green triangle, point

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since November 2010, removed, breakwater removed as part of harbor redevelopment

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tokyo(3.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M6427.04
NGA No.
5273
ARLHS No.
JPN-1415

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted red

Location

City
Edogawa
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Sea Region
West Passage, Tokyo Bay, at the end of a detached breakwater
Latitude
35.5812°
Longitude
139.8054°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Tōkyō Outside Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tōkyō Outside Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tokyo at 2.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Aomi (2.4 NM NNW), Ariake, Tokyo (3.3 NM NNW), Shinagawa, Tokyo (4.5 NM WNW), Kawasaki (4.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tōkyō Outside Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tōkyō Outside Breakwater 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 Tōkyō Outside Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Tōkyō Outside Breakwater 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 Tōkyō Outside Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tōkyō Outside Breakwater 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.