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Port of Aoshima

JPAOS🇯🇵JP

Port Location

About Port of Aoshima

The Port of Aoshima (JPAOS) is a maritime port facility located in JP.. Local time zone: UTC+9.

Position: 31.7980°N, 131.4745°E. UN/LOCODE: JPAOS.

Geographic context: The Port of Aoshima is situated on the North Pacific Ocean, 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.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Aoshima
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPAOS
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
31.7980°
Longitude
131.4745°

Navigation Aids Near Aoshima

Aoshima Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse

0.1 NMSSE

Ao Shima Lighthouse

0.6 NMNNE

Tosaki Hana Lighthouse

1 NMSE

Uchiumi Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

2.6 NMS

Uchiumi Kō East (Offing) Breakwater Lighthouse

2.7 NMS

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Aoshima?+
The approach to Aoshima is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Aoshima Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse at 0.1 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Ao Shima (0.6 NM NNE), Tosaki Hana (1 NM SE), Uchiumi Kō West Breakwater (2.6 NM S), Uchiumi Kō East (Offing) Breakwater (2.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Aoshima?+
The Port of Aoshima 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 Aoshima?+
You can track vessels near Aoshima (JPAOS) 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 JPAOS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Aoshima?+
The Port of Aoshima 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.