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Port of Akitafunagawa

JPAFG🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Akitafunagawa

Akitafunagawa is a Japanese seaport handling bulk carriers, container ships, general cargo vessels, and tankers. It is situated on the coast of Akita Prefecture.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
1895866 →
Wikidata
Q11614057 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
JP-05
Area
Japan Coast
Latitude
39.8763°
Longitude
139.8560°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Akitafunagawa?+
The approach to Akitafunagawa is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Oga City Lighthouses Lighthouse at 0.5 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Minamiheizawa Breakwater (1.4 NM S), Hunagawa (2 NM WSW), Tsubaki Kō (3.5 NM WSW), Tateyama Saki (3.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Akitafunagawa?+
The Port of Akitafunagawa 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 Akitafunagawa?+
You can track vessels near Akitafunagawa (JPAFG) 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 JPAFG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Akitafunagawa?+
The Port of Akitafunagawa 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 Akitafunagawa?+
AKITAFUNAGAWA (UN/Locode: JPAFG), Japan is a seaport located at approximately 39.87629° N, 139.85600° E.
Where is the Port of Akitafunagawa located?+
Coordinates: 39.87629° N, 139.85600° E. Nearby terminals/ports:AKITA — UN/Locode: JPAXT — 39.75728° N, 140.05500° ENOSHIRO — UN/Locode: JPNSR — 40.20503° N, 140.00250° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Akitafunagawa?+
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 Akitafunagawa?+
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 Akitafunagawa?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, General Cargo and Tanker.