Port of Gushikawa

JPGKA🇯🇵Japan

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Port of Gushikawa JPGKA

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About Port of Gushikawa

Also known as: Heshikiya Gyoko, Heshikiya Gyokō, heshikiyagyokou, ping fu wu yu gang, へしきやぎょこう, ヘシキヤギョコウ

Gushikawa is a harbor located in Nakagusuku Bay, Okinawa, Japan. It serves as a port of entry and is equipped with tugs.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
62495 →
GeoNames ID
12818357 →
Wikidata
Q4367646 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Subdivision
JP-47
Body of Water
Nakagusuku Bay
Latitude
26.3500°
Longitude
127.8667°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Gushikawa is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Nakagusuku Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse at 2.6 NM to the S. Other aids include Katsuren (4.1 NM SE), Kin Wan (4.1 NM NNW), Taira Sone (5.3 NM S), Tsuken Shima (7.1 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Gushikawa on?

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The Port of Gushikawa is situated on the East China Sea in JP. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Gushikawa?

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You can track vessels near Gushikawa (JPGKA) 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 Gushikawa?

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The Port of Gushikawa is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPGKA — 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 JPGKA 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 Gushikawa?

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The Port of Gushikawa 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.