Port of Furusato, Kagoshima

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About Port of Furusato, Kagoshima

Also known as: Arimura Ko, Arimura Kō, Sakurajima Ko, Sakurajima Kō, arimurakou, sakurajimakou

Furusato, Kagoshima is a harbor located in Kagoshima Bay, Japan. It serves as a port for various vessel types and is equipped with tug services.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
59m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1934

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
JP-46
Area
Japan Coast
Sub-area
East China Sea
Body of Water
Kagoshima Bay
Latitude
31.5511°
Longitude
130.6606°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
62220 →
GeoNames ID
12939843 →
Wikidata
Q109655731 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Furusato, Kagoshima?

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The approach to Furusato, Kagoshima is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kan Se Lighthouse at 3.7 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Kanse (3.7 NM WNW), Tarumizu Kō (3.8 NM SSE), Kagoshima Ko (4.9 NM WNW), Kagoshima New Harbor (Shinko Kō) South Breakwater (4.9 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 Furusato, Kagoshima?

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The Port of Furusato, Kagoshima 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 Furusato, Kagoshima?

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You can track vessels near Furusato, Kagoshima (JPFST) 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 Furusato, Kagoshima?

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The Port of Furusato, Kagoshima is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPFST — 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 JPFST 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 Furusato, Kagoshima?

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The Port of Furusato, Kagoshima 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.