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Port of Aburatsu

JPABU🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Aburatsu

Also known as: Aburatsu Gyoko, Aburatsu Gyokō, aburatsugyokou, you jin yu gang, あぶらつぎょこう, アブラツギョコウ

Aburatsu is a Japanese seaport located on the island of Kyushu. It handles a variety of cargo including bulk, container, gas, general cargo, and petroleum products. The port accommodates diverse vessel types such as bulk carriers, container ships, gas carriers, and tankers.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12863906 →
Wikidata
Q30922158 →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPABU
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
JP-45
Area
Japan Coast
Latitude
31.5765°
Longitude
131.4038°

Terminals

NICHINAN EAST PUBLIC WHARF NO. 9

NICHINAN EAST PUBLIC WHARF NO. 9

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Aburatsu?+
The approach to Aburatsu is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Aburatsu Ko Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the S with a nominal range of 7 NM. Other aids include Aburatsu Kō East Breakwater (0.3 NM S), Aburatsu Kō West Breakwater (0.3 NM SSW), Hadakabae (0.9 NM SE), Aburatsu Entrance Range Rear (1.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Aburatsu?+
The Port of Aburatsu is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Aburatsu?+
You can track vessels near Aburatsu (JPABU) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for JPABU on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Aburatsu?+
The Port of Aburatsu operates in the UTC+9 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Aburatsu?+
ABURATSU (UN/Locode: JPABU), Japan is a seaport located at approximately 31.57649° N, 131.40380° E.
Where is the Port of Aburatsu located?+
Coordinates: 31.57649° N, 131.40380° E. Nearby terminals/ports:TONOURA — UN/Locode: JPTON — 31.51651° N, 131.37700° EUCHIUMI — UN/Locode: JPUCH — 31.75587° N, 131.47420° EFUKUSHIMA, MIYAZAKI — UN/Locode: JPFMS — 31.47000° N, 131.22000° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Aburatsu?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Aburatsu?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Aburatsu?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger, Ro Ro and Tanker.