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Port of Hirado

JPHRD🇯🇵JP

Port Location

About Port of Hirado

The Port of Hirado (JPHRD) is a maritime port facility located in JP.. Local time zone: UTC+9.

Position: 33.3702°N, 129.5556°E. UN/LOCODE: JPHRD.

Geographic context: The Port of Hirado is situated on the East China Sea, within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. The location falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Hirado
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPHRD
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
33.3702°
Longitude
129.5556°

Navigation Aids Near Hirado

Kodasuke Se Lighthouse

0.8 NMSE

Tasuke Kō Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

0.8 NMWNW

Usuka Wan (Usukawan) Kō Lighthouse

0.9 NMWNW

Hiro Se Lighthouse

1 NMNE

Hiro Se Southwest Lighthouse

1 NMNE

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hirado?+
The approach to Hirado is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kodasuke Se Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the SE. Other aids include Tasuke Kō Outer Breakwater (0.8 NM WNW), Usuka Wan (Usukawan) Kō (0.9 NM WNW), Hiro Se (1 NM NE), Hiro Se Southwest (1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Hirado?+
The Port of Hirado 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 Hirado?+
You can track vessels near Hirado (JPHRD) 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 JPHRD on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hirado?+
The Port of Hirado 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.