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Gajin Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷Jugwang-myeon, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gajin Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Kajin

The Gajin Hang East Breakwater lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower, 10 meters tall and painted red. Standing 16 meters above sea level, it emits a red flash every 5 seconds. This aid to navigation has a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. The tower's structure is described as a round cylindrical concrete tower, also painted red. The site is open to the public, but access to the tower is restricted. It is located near Jugwang-myeon in Gangwon State, South Korea, with Sokcho being the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for the fishing fleet operating out of Gajin Harbor, offering a clear navigational aid for entering the port. Its distinct red flash helps mariners identify the east breakwater among other lights in the vicinity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Jugwang-myeon
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gangwon State
Latitude
38.3682°
Longitude
128.5123°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sokcho(11.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4459.45
NGA No.
16376.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower painted red

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gajin Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Gajin Hang East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 Gajin Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gajin Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Sokcho at 10.3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Jumunjin (32.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gajin Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gajin Hang East 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 Gajin Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Gajin Hang East 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 Gajin Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gajin Hang East 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.