Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Port of Kinuura

JPKNU🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Kinuura

Kinuura is a port located in Kinuura Bay, Japan. It handles general cargo and is equipped with tugs and a drydock.

Current Conditions

Loading current conditions…

Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61470 →
GeoNames ID
12195599 →
Wikidata
Q11626383 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPKNU
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
JP-23
Area
Japan Coast
Body of Water
Kinuura Bay
Latitude
34.8520°
Longitude
136.9503°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Track ships at the Port of Kinuura in real time

Live AIS positions, arrivals, and departures at JPKNU — straight from your phone.

Live AIS positionsArrival alertsVoyage history
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kinuura?+
The approach to Kinuura is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Taketoyo Lighthouse at 1 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Handa City Lighthouses (1.5 NM NNE), Kinuura Kō East Breakwater (2 NM S), Kinuura Kō West Breakwater (2 NM SSW), Sako (2.3 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 Kinuura?+
The Port of Kinuura 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 Kinuura?+
You can track vessels near Kinuura (JPKNU) 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 JPKNU on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kinuura?+
The Port of Kinuura 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.