Tsushima Strait, Maritime passage between Japan and South Korea
The Tsushima Strait extends 100 kilometers along Tsushima Island with a width of 65 kilometers at its narrowest section, reaching depths of 140 meters.
The strait witnessed a decisive naval battle in 1905 during the Russo-Japanese War, resulting in the destruction of the Russian Baltic Fleet by Japanese forces.
The waters of Tsushima Strait facilitated the transmission of Buddhism and writing systems from Korea to Japan during the fifth century CE.
Commercial ferry services connect multiple ports across the strait, including regular routes between Shimonoseki in Japan and Busan in South Korea.
The territorial waters in the strait extend only three nautical miles instead of twelve to accommodate specific naval passage requirements.
Location: 宗像市
Part of: Korea Strait
GPS coordinates: 34.00750,129.49000
Latest update: November 11, 2025 15:14
Maritime straits are essential passages for navigation and global trade. These natural waterways between lands connect oceans and seas, allowing the movement of merchant ships and international maritime transport. From the English Channel to the Strait of Malacca, these passages are crucial for the maritime economy and commercial exchanges between continents.
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