Port of Himeshima

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About Port of Himeshima

Himeshima is a port located in Japan's Oita Prefecture. It serves as a terminal for bulk cargo, primarily handling cement. The port is equipped to accommodate various bulk carriers.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
JP-44
Area
Japan Coast
Latitude
33.7200°
Longitude
131.6472°

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPHMH
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9

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References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q11447408 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Himeshima is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Himeshima Ko Lighthouse at 0.1 NM to the SE with a nominal range of 5 NM. Other aids include Himeshima (2.7 NM ENE), Kunisaki Ko (2.9 NM SW), Taketatsu Ko (4.7 NM WSW), Biwasaki (4.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Himeshima?

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The Port of Himeshima 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 Himeshima?

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You can track vessels near Himeshima (JPHMH) 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 Himeshima?

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The Port of Himeshima is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPHMH — 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 JPHMH 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 Himeshima?

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The Port of Himeshima 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.