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Port of Hachinohe

JPHHE🇯🇵JP

Port Location

About Port of Hachinohe

The Port of Hachinohe (JPHHE) is a maritime port facility located in JP. It features a maximum draft of 13m. Local time zone: UTC+9.

Vessel capacity and restrictions: The controlling depth at Hachinohe is 13 meters. Vessel masters should confirm current draft restrictions with the port authority before arrival.

Position: 40.5548°N, 141.5197°E. UN/LOCODE: JPHHE.

Geographic context: The Port of Hachinohe is situated on the Sea of Japan, within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Vessel Limits

Max Draft
13m

General Information

Port Name
Hachinohe
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPHHE
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
40.5548°
Longitude
141.5197°

Navigation Aids Near Hachinohe

Hachinohe Kabushima Jetty Lighthouse

2.1 NMESE

Hashikami Lighthouse

Range: 7 NM

5.7 NMSSE

Mutsu Shiogama Lighthouse

16 NMNNW

Mutsu Ogawara Kō Lighthouse

23 NMNNW

Ushi Shima Lighthouse

24.8 NMSE

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Hachinohe?+
The controlling depth at Hachinohe is 13 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hachinohe?+
The approach to Hachinohe is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hachinohe Kabushima Jetty Lighthouse at 2.1 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Hashikami (5.7 NM SSE), Mutsu Shiogama (16 NM NNW), Mutsu Ogawara Kō (23 NM NNW), Ushi Shima (24.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Hachinohe?+
The Port of Hachinohe 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 Hachinohe?+
You can track vessels near Hachinohe (JPHHE) 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 JPHHE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hachinohe?+
The Port of Hachinohe 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.