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Yadama (Yatama) Kō Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇯🇵Shimonoseki, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yadama (Yatama) Kō Lighthouse

Yadama (Yatama) Kō Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Shimonoseki, JP. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 13 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl Green 6s. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast. The light color is green, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Yadama (Yatama) Kō Lighthouse is positioned at 34.2726°N, 130.8898°E, near Shimonoseki in JP.

Geographic context: Yadama (Yatama) Kō Lighthouse is situated on the Sea of Japan, within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. The location falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

Nearby lighthouses in JP: Other lighthouses in the region include Abashiri East Breakwater, Abashiri Island Breakwater North End, Abashiri North Breakwater, Abashiri South Breakwater East End, Abuka Kō. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Kottoi

JPKTO

2.7 NMN

Tsunoshima

JPTNS

4.8 NMNNW

Kogushi, Yamaguchi

JPKGS

6 NMSSE

Awano

JPYYA

6.4 NMNE

Murotsu, Yamaguchi

JPMRT

8.1 NMS

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
0 flashes
Interval
6s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
13m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Shimonoseki
Country
🇯🇵JP
Latitude
34.2726°
Longitude
130.8898°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yadama (Yatama) Kō Lighthouse at night?+
Yadama (Yatama) Kō displays the characteristic Fl Green 6s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Yadama (Yatama) Kō Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yadama (Yatama) Kō Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kottoi at 2.7 NM to the N. Other ports served include Tsunoshima (4.8 NM NNW), Kogushi, Yamaguchi (6 NM SSE), Awano (6.4 NM NE), Murotsu, Yamaguchi (8.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yadama (Yatama) Kō Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yadama (Yatama) 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 Yadama (Yatama) Kō Lighthouse?+
Yadama (Yatama) 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 Yadama (Yatama) Kō Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yadama (Yatama) 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.