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Port of Akita

JPAXT🇯🇵JP

Port Location

About Port of Akita

The Port of Akita (JPAXT) is a maritime port facility located in JP. It features a maximum draft of 11.06m. Local time zone: UTC+9.

Vessel capacity and restrictions: The controlling depth at Akita is 11.06 meters. Vessel masters should confirm current draft restrictions with the port authority before arrival.

Position: 39.7573°N, 140.0550°E. UN/LOCODE: JPAXT.

Geographic context: The Port of Akita 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 temperate maritime climate zone.

Vessel Limits

Max Draft
11.06m

General Information

Port Name
Akita
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPAXT
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
39.7573°
Longitude
140.0550°

Navigation Aids Near Akita

Akita City Lighthouses Lighthouse

2 NMWNW

Minamiheizawa (Minami-Hirasawa) Breakwater Lighthouse

10.6 NMWNW

Oga City Lighthouses Lighthouse

11.2 NMNW

Tsubaki Kō Lighthouse

13.9 NMWNW

Shioga (Shiose) Misaki Lighthouse

15 NMWNW

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Akita?+
The controlling depth at Akita is 11.06 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Akita?+
The approach to Akita is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Akita City Lighthouses Lighthouse at 2 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Minamiheizawa (Minami-Hirasawa) Breakwater (10.6 NM WNW), Oga City Lighthouses (11.2 NM NW), Tsubaki Kō (13.9 NM WNW), Shioga (Shiose) Misaki (15 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Akita?+
The Port of Akita 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 Akita?+
You can track vessels near Akita (JPAXT) 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 JPAXT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Akita?+
The Port of Akita 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.