Port of Kafuka

JPKBK🇯🇵Japan

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About Port of Kafuka

Also known as: Kafuka Ko, Kafuka Kō, Kafuka-ko, Kafuka-kō, kafukakou, xiang shen gang

Kafuka is a harbor located in Japan's JP-01 region. It serves as a local port facility.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Region

Subdivision
JP-01
Latitude
45.3001°
Longitude
141.0500°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2129801 →
Wikidata
Q11667665 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Kafuka is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the NE. Other aids include Kahuka (0.3 NM NNW), Kō (1.4 NM WNW), Hunbe (1.6 NM SSW), Mototi (1.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Kafuka on?

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The Port of Kafuka is situated on the Sea of Japan in JP. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Kafuka?

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You can track vessels near Kafuka (JPKBK) 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 Kafuka?

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The Port of Kafuka is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPKBK — 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 JPKBK 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 Kafuka?

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The Port of Kafuka 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.