Shimoda Lighthouse

Shimoda displays the characteristic Iso WR 6s — 1 wr 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Shimoda Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shimoda, Shizuoka at 1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Inatori (8.4 NM NNE), Matsuzaki (11.1 NM NW), Tago (13.4 NM NW), Arari (14.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Yes, Shimoda 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.

Shimoda 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.

You can track vessels near Shimoda 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.