Port of Eshima

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About Port of Eshima

Also known as: Mageshimamisaki Ko, Mageshimamisaki Kō, ma mao dao jia gang, mageshimamisakikou, まげしまみさきこう, マゲシマミサキコウ

Eshima is a harbor located in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. It serves as a local port, handling general cargo.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
JP-32
Latitude
30.7604°
Longitude
130.8519°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
8612032 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Eshima?

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The approach to Eshima is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mageshima Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the NE. Other aids include Nishino-omote Ko (6.8 NM E), Nishinoomote (6.8 NM E), Sumiyoshi Misaki (7.1 NM SE), Nishinoomote Sinko West Breakwater (7.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Eshima?

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The Port of Eshima 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 Eshima?

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You can track vessels near Eshima (JPESM) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Eshima?

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The Port of Eshima is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPESM — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE JPESM mean?

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The first two characters, JP, are the ISO country code for JP. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Eshima?

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The Port of Eshima 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.