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Port of Funabashi

JPFNB🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Funabashi

Funabashi Port is located in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, serving the Greater Tokyo Area. Established in 1937, it functions as a commercial port.

Background
Funabashi is a city located in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 December 2020, the city had an estimated population of 644,668 in 309,238 households and a population density of 7,500 inhabitants per square kilometre (19,000/sq mi). The total area of the city is 85.62 square kilometres (33.06 sq mi). It is the Greater Tokyo Area's 7th most populated city, and second largest in Chiba Prefecture.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1937

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPFNB
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
JP-12
Area
Japan Coast
Latitude
35.6673°
Longitude
139.9591°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61379 →
GeoNames ID
12954017 →
Wikidata
Q271417 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.city.funabashi.lg.jp →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Funabashi?+
The approach to Funabashi is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tokyo East Passage East Breakwater Lighthouse at 7.2 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Chiba (7.3 NM SE), Tōkyō East Passage (Tōkyō Gate) West Breakwater (7.4 NM WSW), Tōkyō East Passage West Breakwater (7.4 NM WSW), Tōkyō East Passage Detached Breakwater West End (7.5 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 Funabashi?+
The Port of Funabashi 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 Funabashi?+
You can track vessels near Funabashi (JPFNB) 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 JPFNB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Funabashi?+
The Port of Funabashi 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.