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Jōdono Saki Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇰🇷Tsushima, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Jōdono Saki Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white cylindrical concrete tower with distinct red banding near its apex. It stands 26 meters above sea level. The light emits a single white flash every 3 seconds. A radar reflector is also integrated into the structure. Its operational status confirms its role in maritime navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 3s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Tsushima
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.6450°
Longitude
129.4908°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White cylindrical tower, red banded, at top. Radar reflector

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5058
NGA No.
12496
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jōdono Saki Lighthouse at night?+
Jōdono Saki displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does Jōdono Saki Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jōdono Saki Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hitakatsu at 1.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Izumi, Aichi (2 NM NNW), Izumi (2.1 NM NNW), Oura/Uchinoura (3.4 NM WNW), Sasuna (5 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jōdono Saki Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jōdono Saki 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 Jōdono Saki Lighthouse?+
Jōdono Saki 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 Jōdono Saki Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jōdono Saki 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.