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Port of Hososhima

JPHSM🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Hososhima

Also known as: Hosojima-ko, Hosojima-kō, Hososhima Ko, Hososhima Kō, Hososhima-ko, Hososhima-kō

Hososhima is a harbor located in Japan's Miyazaki Prefecture. It serves as a port for regional industries. The harbor has tugboat services available.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
62190 →
GeoNames ID
1862105 →
Wikidata
Q11605831 →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
JP-45
Area
Japan Coast
Latitude
32.4361°
Longitude
131.6602°

Terminals

SHIRAHAMA INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL

SHIRAHAMA INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hososhima?+
The approach to Hososhima is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hososhima North Breakwater Lighthouse at 1.3 NM to the NNE with a nominal range of 8 NM. Other aids include Hososhima (1.5 NM ESE), Oto Shima Breakwater (1.9 NM N), Kadogawa Kō South Breakwater (2 NM N), Kadogawa (2.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Hososhima?+
The Port of Hososhima 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 Hososhima?+
You can track vessels near Hososhima (JPHSM) 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 JPHSM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hososhima?+
The Port of Hososhima 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.