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Hitakastu Ko Lighthouse

Fl R 3s🇰🇷Tsushima, KRInactive

Location & Light Range

About Hitakastu Ko Lighthouse

The Hitakastu Ko lighthouse, located in Tsushima, is no longer operational. It stood with a focal height of 11 meters above sea level. Its light characteristic was a single red flash repeated every 3 seconds. The geographic range of its former light was 3 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 3s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
3NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5062
NGA No.
12500

Location

City
Tsushima
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.6525°
Longitude
129.4803°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hitakastu Ko Lighthouse at night?+
Hitakastu Ko displays the characteristic Fl R 3s — 1 red flash every 3 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hitakastu Ko Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hitakastu Ko Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hitakatsu at 0.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Izumi, Aichi (1.5 NM NNW), Izumi (1.5 NM N), Oura/Uchinoura (2.8 NM WNW), Sasuna (4.5 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hitakastu Ko Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Hitakastu Ko Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Hitakastu Ko Lighthouse?+
Hitakastu Ko 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 Hitakastu Ko Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hitakastu Ko 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.