Dokdo Related Images and Video Galleries
These are some pictures me and those involved with this website have put together since it was created in 2008. We have visited Ulleungdo and Dokdo numerous times since. Below there are links to our other gallery pages. One links to the Ulleungdo Gallery page and the other to our video section.
Above left: An overall map of the Ulleungdo – Dokdo region showing distances to nearest Japanese and Korean landfalls. Above right: A map of Ulleungdo's ancient sister island, Korea's Dokdo.
Coming toward Dokdo on a sunny day
Koreans visiting Dokdo Island
Dokdo passenger boat for tourists

Ferries depart from Ulleungdo to Dokdo. In good weather, tourists can land for a brief time.

Dokdo seagulls

Seagulls are abundant on Dokdo. Be sure to wear a jacket that can be washed easily!

Artist on Dokdo Island

Tourists can stay on Dokdo for a brief time. However artists, photographers, researchers etc can stay longer. We were privileged to stay overnight on the West Islet.

Stairs on Dokdo's West Islet

A large staircase behind the house of Dokdo residents leads to the peak of the West Islet.

Sunset on Dokdo Island

The sun sets over the West Islet of Dokdo. About 157 kms to the East are Japan's Oki Islands.

Dokdo Dock

Tourists gather at the end of the mooring facility on Dokdo's East Islet. In the foreground are zodiac inflatable boats used for fishing and transport.

Approaching Dokdo

Boats carry about 400 passengers, from Ulleungdo. It takes about 1 hr 40 mins each way.

Tourists on Dokdo

Annually, Dokdo's 130,000 tourists generate about 50 million USD.

dokdo-flag

The Korean flag flies over Dokdo's East Islet on a hot summer day.

Webmaster Steven Barber with friends Ryan Saley and Mr Jin Seong.

Reflection of Dokdo's East Islet

Dokdo's reflection on an emerald pool as seen from the West Islet.

Residence on Dokdo's West Islet

The sun sets on Kim Seong Do's house located on Dokdo's West.

Police Outpost on Dokdo's East Islet

Dokdo's lighthouse also houses about 50 people including 40 coast guard members.

Dokdo Resident Waves Goodbye

In October 2018, Kim Sung-do died, thus Kim Shin-yeol is the last civilian still living on Dokdo.

The Caves of Dokdo's East Islet

Seagulls circle near the two caves of Dokdo's East Islet.

Police Boat Mooring on Dokdo

The East Islet dock on Dokdo. Tourists are generally confined to this area.

Dokdo's West Islet from East Islet

The West Islet as seen from the peak of the East Islet, near the lighthouse.

Dokdo Resident Kim Seong Do

Resident Kim Seong Do in 2009. After his passing, his wife still lives on Dokdo as of 2022 .

Dokdo Island, both Islets from the West

Both islands of Dokdo as seen from the West during departure.

Ferry Departure From Dokdo

Ferries bring a constant stream of tourists when the seas are calm on Dokdo.

Dokdo's Stairs of Death

Dokdo's topography is dangerous. In 2009 a Korean police guard fell to his death while on duty.

House on Dokdo at Night

A night shot of the residence on Dokdo's West Islet.

Dokdo House As Seen From Landing Dock

The residence on Dokdo's West islet as seen from the dock on the East Islet.

Police Guard Boat Docking at Dokdo Island

A police boat docks on Dokdo. Usually only one boat docks at a time on Dokdo's East Islet.

Tidal Pool on Dokdo Island

Dokdo's surrounding waters are rich in marine resources and possibly natural gas deposits.

Dokdo Dock from Above

A view of the dock from the Dokdo police outpost from the summit of the East Islet.

Dokdo Large Rock Formation

Dokdo has two main islands and is surrounded by 35 smaller rocks, many have been named.

Dokdo House From the Peak of the East Islet

Standing about 168 meters, the West Islet dwarfs this house. (note stairs behind house)

Dokdo Korean Flag

The Korean flag over Dokdo right before dark.

Dokdo Both Islets as seen from the West

This shot was taken from the West showing the East Islet in the background.

Dokdo's East Side

Seen here, Dokdo's eastern islet is about 73,300 square metres (18.1 acres).

Dokdo Guards on Duty

One civilian, two government officials, six lighthouse managers, and 40 police live on Dokdo.

Dokdo as Seen from the West

The western islet (shown) is about 88,740 square metres (21.93 acres).

Dokdo on a Hazy Day

Long after our departure, the islands were visible for quite a distance even on a hazy day.

Gulls and Fisherman on Dokdo Island

A fishing boat in the distance. In Korea, Dokdo Island is famous for its delicious shrimp.

Full shot of East Islet

Little Rocks, Big Dispute. The total area of Dokdo is only about 46.3 acres.

Dokdo Sunrise

Calms seas today. Ferries to Dokdo are cancelled if waves exceed 3 meters.

Zodiac Enters Dokdo's Waters

Resident Kim Seong Do fishes the waters around Dokdo in an inflatable Zodiac.

Dokdo Rock formations

It is said 37 of Dokdo's rock formations are classified as permanent land

Dokdo Seagulls - Hole Rock

The 'Three Brothers Rocks' are said to look like 2 brothers following their elder brother.

East Islet as seen from Dokdo's West Islet

The lighthouse and base as seen from the West Islet peak in the evening.

The Rocks of Dokdo's West Islet

The waters between the two islets were very calm that day.

Dokdo Traffic Jam

Dokdo Police, Coast Guard and tourist boats were in a queue to dock on the East Islet.

Dokdo's East Islet with Seagulls

Nesting seagulls were not happy about our presence on the West Islets peak.

Deep Pool on Dokdo's West Islet Shore

This sapphire-colored tidal pool looked about 5 meters deep and went straight down.

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Dokdo passenger boat for tourists
Dokdo seagulls
Artist on Dokdo Island
Stairs on Dokdo's West Islet
Sunset on Dokdo Island
Dokdo Dock
Approaching Dokdo
Tourists on Dokdo
dokdo-flag
Reflection of Dokdo's East Islet
Residence on Dokdo's West Islet
Police Outpost on Dokdo's East Islet
Dokdo Resident Waves Goodbye
The Caves of Dokdo's East Islet
Police Boat Mooring on Dokdo
Dokdo West Islet
Dokdo Resident Kim Seong Do
Dokdo Island, both Islets from the West
Ferry Departure From Dokdo
Dokdo's Stairs of Death
House on Dokdo at Night
Dokdo  House As Seen From Landing Dock
Police Guard Boat Docking at Dokdo Island
Tidal Pool on Dokdo Island
Dokdo Dock from Above
Dokdo Large Rock Formation
Dokdo House From the Peak of the East Islet
Dokdo Korean Flag
Dokdo Both Islets as seen from the West
Dokdo's East Side
Dokdo Guards on Duty
Dokdo as Seen from the West
Dokdo on a Hazy Day
Gulls and Fisherman on Dokdo Island
Full shot of East Islet
Dokdo Sunrise
Zodiac Enters Dokdo's Waters
Dokdo Rock formations
Dokdo Seagulls - Hole Rock
East Islet as seen from Dokdo's West Islet
The Rocks of Dokdo's West Islet
Dokdo Traffic Jam
Dokdo's East Islet with Seagulls
Deep Pool on Dokdo's West Islet Shore
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Video: Two Incredible Drone Videos of Korea’s Dokdo Island




Other Dokdo Related Galleries
Our Gallery of Korea’s Ulleungdo Island
Long regarded as Dokdo’s sister island, mysterious Ulleungdo has been called the Hawaii of the East Sea (Sea of Japan) Images of the most important geographical features of Ulleungdo are in this gallery. (Click image.)
Vidoes Related to the Dokdo – Takehsima Island Dispute
This is a collection of Youtube videos from various sources that support Korea’s ownership of Dokdo Island. Some are political and some contain video published by netizens who favor Japanese claim to Dokdo (Takeshima) Island.(Click image.)