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Tokushima Outer Breakwater South Head Lighthouse

Fl Red 12s🇯🇵Tokushima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tokushima Outer Breakwater South Head Lighthouse

Also known as: Tuda

This concrete lighthouse stands 10 meters tall on the south head of the Tokushima (Tuda) Outer Breakwater, guiding vessels into the port of Tokushima. The cylindrical tower, measuring 12 meters at the focal plane, is painted black with a red horizontal band and features an hourglass shape. It emits a red light that flashes once every 12 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. The site is accessible, allowing visitors to approach the breakwater, but the tower is closed to the public. Operational since its construction, it serves as a navigational aid on the coast of Tokushima Prefecture.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels safely past the outer breakwater, preventing groundings or collisions as ships enter or depart the port of Tokushima. Its distinctive black tower with a red horizontal band, combined with its specific flash characteristic, provides a unique and easily identifiable navigational reference for mariners in these coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl R 12s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Tokushima
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Tokushima Prefecture
Sea Region
Located on the south head of the Tokushima (Tuda) Outer Breakwater, likely guiding vessels into or out of a port near Tokushima, Japan.
Latitude
34.0375°
Longitude
134.5993°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tokushima(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M5559
NGA No.
7116
ARLHS No.
JPN-283

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with a red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round hourglass-shaped concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tokushima Outer Breakwater South Head Lighthouse at night?+
Tokushima Outer Breakwater South Head displays the characteristic Fl Red 12s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tokushima Outer Breakwater South Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tokushima Outer Breakwater South Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tokushima at 1.1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Komatsushima (2.4 NM SSE), Imagire (4.4 NM N), Awazu (6.6 NM N), Tomioka, Tokushima (7.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tokushima Outer Breakwater South Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tokushima Outer Breakwater South Head 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 Tokushima Outer Breakwater South Head Lighthouse?+
Tokushima Outer Breakwater South Head 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 Tokushima Outer Breakwater South Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tokushima Outer Breakwater South Head 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.