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Port of Asakawa

JPASW🇯🇵JP

Port Location

About Port of Asakawa

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

Position: 33.6293°N, 134.3720°E. UN/LOCODE: JPASW.

Geographic context: The Port of Asakawa is situated on the Sea of Japan, 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.

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General Information

Port Name
Asakawa
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPASW
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
33.6293°
Longitude
134.3720°

Navigation Aids Near Asakawa

Deba (Ewa, Teba) Shima Lighthouse

2.6 NME

Mugi Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

Range: 5 NM

3.1 NMNE

Mugi Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse

3.2 NMNE

Mugi Kō Lighthouse

3.3 NMNE

Mugi Kō Old Harbor East Breakwater Lighthouse

4 NMENE

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Asakawa?+
The approach to Asakawa is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Deba (Ewa, Teba) Shima Lighthouse at 2.6 NM to the E. Other aids include Mugi Kō West Breakwater (3.1 NM NE), Mugi Kō East Breakwater (3.2 NM NE), Mugi Kō (3.3 NM NE), Mugi Kō Old Harbor East Breakwater (4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Asakawa?+
The Port of Asakawa 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 Asakawa?+
You can track vessels near Asakawa (JPASW) 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 JPASW on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Asakawa?+
The Port of Asakawa 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.