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Orise Hana Lighthouse

Iso W 8s🇰🇷Tsushima, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Orise Hana Lighthouse

This red concrete lighthouse features a square tower built on a pile and is topped with a marker. It provides an isophase white light that repeats its cycle every 8 seconds. The tower's structure is further defined as a starboard marking according to IALA B standards. The lighthouse stands 115 meters above sea level, with its light visible for 8 nautical miles. Its construction material is concrete.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the starboard side of the Tsushima Strait.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 8s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Iso.W. period 8s
Focal Height
115m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Tsushima
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.2997°
Longitude
129.3923°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: STARBOARD (IALA B) Red concrete tower, topmark, on pile

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5052.5
NGA No.
12540
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Orise Hana Lighthouse at night?+
Orise Hana displays the characteristic Iso W 8s — 1 white flash every 8 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 Orise Hana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Orise Hana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kusubo at 1.6 NM to the W. Other ports served include Kamoise (2.1 NM N), Kechi (4.3 NM WSW), Takeshiki (4.4 NM W), Shiohama (5.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Orise Hana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Orise Hana 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 Orise Hana Lighthouse?+
Orise Hana 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 Orise Hana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Orise Hana 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.