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Port of Futami, Niigata

JPHUT🇯🇵JP

Port Location

About Port of Futami, Niigata

The Port of Futami, Niigata (JPHUT) is a maritime port facility located in JP.. Local time zone: UTC+9.

Position: 37.9782°N, 138.2621°E. UN/LOCODE: JPHUT.

Geographic context: The Port of Futami, Niigata is situated on the Sea of Japan, within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

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General Information

Port Name
Futami, Niigata
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPHUT
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
37.9782°
Longitude
138.2621°

Navigation Aids Near Futami, Niigata

Mano Wan Breakwater Lighthouse

0.2 NMESE

Sado-Futami Ko Lighthouse

Range: 5 NM

0.2 NMESE

Daiga Hana Lighthouse

0.9 NMSSW

Sado-Nagate Misaki Lighthouse

Range: 7 NM

1.7 NMW

Sado-Nagate Misaki Lighthouse

Range: 7 NM

1.7 NMW

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Futami, Niigata?+
The approach to Futami, Niigata is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mano Wan Breakwater Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Sado-Futami Ko (0.2 NM ESE), Daiga Hana (0.9 NM SSW), Sado-Nagate Misaki (1.7 NM W), Sado-Nagate Misaki (1.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Futami, Niigata?+
The Port of Futami, Niigata 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 Futami, Niigata?+
You can track vessels near Futami, Niigata (JPHUT) 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 JPHUT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Futami, Niigata?+
The Port of Futami, Niigata 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.