Port of Kin

JPKNN🇯🇵Japan

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About Port of Kin

Also known as: Kinwan Ko, Kinwan Kō, jin wu wan gang, kinwankou, きんわんこう, キンワンコウ

Kin is a harbor on Okinawa Island, Japan. It serves as a naval base and handles cargo operations. The port is equipped with tugs and requires pilots for vessel navigation.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
62495 →
GeoNames ID
12818364 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Subdivision
JP-42
Area
Japan Coast
Sub-area
East China Sea
Latitude
26.4434°
Longitude
127.9185°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Kin is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kin Wan Lighthouse at 4.9 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Ikei (5 NM ESE), Nakagusuku Kō West Breakwater (8.7 NM SSW), Katsuren (8.8 NM S), Naga Shima (8.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Kin on?

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The Port of Kin is situated on the East China Sea in JP. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near Kin (JPKNN) 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 Kin?

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The Port of Kin is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPKNN — 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 JPKNN 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 Kin?

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The Port of Kin 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.