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Azamo Lighthouse

Iso G 6s🇯🇵Tsushima, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Azamo Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white tower that stands 33 meters tall. Its light source is situated 14 meters above sea level. The distinctive illumination consists of a green isophase light, which repeats its cycle every 6 seconds. This aid to navigation has a geographic range of 4 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso G 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso.G. period 6s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
4NM

Location

City
Tsushima
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.1064°
Longitude
129.2108°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5040
NGA No.
12582
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Azamo Lighthouse at night?+
Azamo displays the characteristic Iso G 6s — 1 green flash every 6 seconds. 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 Azamo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Azamo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tsutsu at 1.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Kunehama (4.1 NM NNW), Izuhara (6.6 NM NE), Hara (7.2 NM NE), Se/Izuhara (7.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Azamo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Azamo 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 Azamo Lighthouse?+
Azamo 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 Azamo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Azamo 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.