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Komoda Kō Lighthouse

Fl R 6s🇰🇷Tsushima, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Komoda Kō Lighthouse

The Komoda Kō lighthouse is a white cylindrical concrete tower. It features green bands near the top. A radar reflector is also part of the structure. The light emits a single red flash every 3 seconds. Its focal height is 13 meters, and it has a geographic range of 3 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 3s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
3NM

Location

City
Tsushima
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.2329°
Longitude
129.1876°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and green
Material
concrete

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

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5074
NGA No.
12596
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Komoda Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Komoda Kō displays the characteristic Fl R 6s — 1 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Komoda Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Komoda Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Komoda at 0.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Kunehama (3.8 NM S), Imazato (4.1 NM NNE), Osaki, Miyagi (5.1 NM NNE), Izuhara (5.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Komoda Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Komoda Kō 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 Komoda Kō Lighthouse?+
Komoda Kō 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 Komoda Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Komoda Kō 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.