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Port of Hitachi

JPHTC🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Hitachi

Also known as: Hitachi-ko, Hitachi-kō, Hitati Ko, Ose Hakuti, Ose-hakuchi, Ose-ko

Hitachi Port is a harbor on the Pacific coast of Japan's Ibaraki Prefecture. It serves as a key industrial port, handling bulk cargo and general cargo. The port is equipped with tug services and facilities for various vessel types.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61356 →
GeoNames ID
2112707 →
Wikidata
Q11510065 →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River basin
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
JP-08
Area
Japan Coast
Latitude
36.4898°
Longitude
140.6237°

Terminals

HITACHI MINATO, NO. 4 WHARF, C/D BERTH

IBARAKI PORT AUTHORITY

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hitachi?+
The approach to Hitachi is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hitachi West Breakwater Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Hitachi North Breakwater (0.6 NM NNE), Hitachi Southeast Breakwater (0.7 NM SE), Hitachi (1.2 NM NNE), Tōkai Nuclear Plant North Breakwater (1.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Hitachi?+
The Port of Hitachi 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 Hitachi?+
You can track vessels near Hitachi (JPHTC) 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 JPHTC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hitachi?+
The Port of Hitachi 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.