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Sita Lighthouse

Iso W 8s🇰🇷Tsushima, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Sita Lighthouse

This white cylindrical metal tower is marked with green bands and stands 23 meters high. It is equipped with a radar reflector. The light emits an isophase white flash on a 6-second cycle. The lighthouse is operational and visible for 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 8s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Iso.W. period 6s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Tsushima
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.6828°
Longitude
129.4937°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and green
Material
metal

Structure: White cylindrical tower, green banded. Radar reflector

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M5065
NGA No.
12492
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sita Lighthouse at night?+
Sita 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 Sita Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sita Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Izumi, Aichi at 1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Izumi (1 NM WSW), Hitakatsu (2 NM SSW), Oura/Uchinoura (3.1 NM W), Sasuna (5.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sita Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sita 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 Sita Lighthouse?+
Sita 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 Sita Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sita 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.