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Port of Habu, Hiroshima

JPHAB🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Habu, Hiroshima

Also known as: Habu Ko, Habu Kō, Habu-ko, Habu-kō, tu sheng gang, 土生港

Habu is a harbor located in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. It serves as a port with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance. The harbor features a drydock and is listed in the World Port Index.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Cranes
Floating
Drydock
L
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61617 →
GeoNames ID
6417115 →
Wikidata
Q11423774 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
JP-34
Area
Japan Coast
Latitude
34.2870°
Longitude
133.1861°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Habu, Hiroshima?+
The approach to Habu, Hiroshima is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mitoko Iso Lighthouse at 3.4 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Ōhama Saki (4.3 NM N), Ohamasaki (4.3 NM N), Hyakkanshima (4.5 NM E), Hakan Shima (5.3 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Habu, Hiroshima?+
The Port of Habu, Hiroshima 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 Habu, Hiroshima?+
You can track vessels near Habu, Hiroshima (JPHAB) 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 JPHAB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Habu, Hiroshima?+
The Port of Habu, Hiroshima 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.