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Busan South Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse

Fl 6s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Busan South Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse

Also known as: Jodo

A round, cylindrical concrete tower, 13 meters in height, painted white. It features a lantern and gallery, with the light positioned at a focal height of 20 meters. Located at the eastern end of the South Outer (Jodo) Breakwater, the structure is 3.2 kilometers from Busan port. Its light characteristic is two successive green flashes (Fl.(2)G), with a geographic range of 13.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the eastern extremity of the South Outer (Jodo) Breakwater, assisting vessels entering or leaving Busan Harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)G
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
Busan South Outer (Jodo) Breakwater East End, South Korea
Latitude
35.0810°
Longitude
129.1072°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(3.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4356.4
NGA No.
16734
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Busan South Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse at night?+
Busan South Outer Breakwater East End displays the characteristic Fl 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.
Which ports and harbors does Busan South Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Busan South Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 2.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include Busan (3.7 NM WNW), Busanjin-Gu (5 NM NW), Gamcheon/Busan (5.3 NM W), Busan New Port (15.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Busan South Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Busan South Outer Breakwater East End 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 Busan South Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse?+
Busan South Outer Breakwater East End 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 Busan South Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Busan South Outer Breakwater East End 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.