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Port of Hiratsuka

JPHIU🇯🇵Japan

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About Port of Hiratsuka

Also known as: Hiratsuka Gyoko, Hiratsuka Gyokō, Shin Ko, Shin Kō, ping zhong yu gang, xin gang

Hiratsuka is a harbor located in Sagami Bay, Japan. Established in 1932, it serves as a port for the surrounding region.

Background
Hiratsuka is a city in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 April 2021, the city had an estimated population of 257,316 and a population density of 3800 persons per km². The total area of the city is 67.88 square kilometres (26.21 sq mi).

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Elevation
1m

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History

Established
1932

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
JP-14
Area
Japan Coast
Body of Water
Sagami Bay
Latitude
35.3115°
Longitude
139.3650°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
10420135 →
Wikidata
Q502199 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.city.hiratsuka.kanagawa.jp →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Hiratsuka is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ōiso Kō Lighthouse at 2.2 NM to the W. Other aids include Eno Shima (5.6 NM E), Syonan (6.1 NM E), Hayama Kō (9.9 NM E), Hayama (10.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Hiratsuka?

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The Port of Hiratsuka 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 Hiratsuka?

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You can track vessels near Hiratsuka (JPHIU) 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 JPHIU on the live map.

Where is the Port of Hiratsuka?

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The Port of Hiratsuka is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPHIU — 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 JPHIU 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 Hiratsuka?

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The Port of Hiratsuka 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.