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Ayajin Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇰🇷Toseong-myeon, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ayajin Lighthouse

Also known as: Ayajin (Ayajin-ni)

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 15 meters tall, was built in 1958 near Ayajin. It features a lantern and gallery and is painted white. The lighthouse sits on a hillside overlooking the north breakwater, with its light visible for 13.8 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 23 meters, and it emits a white flash every 6 seconds. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the entrance to the port of Ayajin, aiding vessels navigating past the breakwater and providing a key visual reference point on the hillside.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1958

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Toseong-myeon
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gangwon State
Sea Region
Ayajin, located on a hillside above the foot of the north breakwater.
Latitude
38.2743°
Longitude
128.5561°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sokcho(5.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4459
NGA No.
KR-1213
ARLHS No.
SKR-030
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ayajin Lighthouse at night?+
Ayajin displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ayajin Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ayajin Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Sokcho at 4.3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Jumunjin (26.9 NM SSE), Okgye/Gangneung (45.7 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ayajin Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ayajin 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 Ayajin Lighthouse?+
Ayajin 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 Ayajin Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ayajin 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.