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Port of Kanazawa

JPKNZ🇯🇵JP

Port Location

About Port of Kanazawa

The Port of Kanazawa (JPKNZ) is a maritime port facility located in JP.. Local time zone: UTC+9.

Position: 36.6083°N, 136.6025°E. UN/LOCODE: JPKNZ.

Geographic context: The Port of Kanazawa 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
Kanazawa
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPKNZ
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
36.6083°
Longitude
136.6025°

Navigation Aids Near Kanazawa

Ōno Lighthouse

0.5 NMN

Kanazawa Kō West Breakwater Lighthouse

1 NMW

Shiroo Lighthouse

7.8 NMNNE

Kanazawa Kō East Breakwater Lighthouse

8.9 NMSW

Mikawa Lighthouse

8.9 NMSW

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kanazawa?+
The approach to Kanazawa is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ōno Lighthouse at 0.5 NM to the N. Other aids include Kanazawa Kō West Breakwater (1 NM W), Shiroo (7.8 NM NNE), Kanazawa Kō East Breakwater (8.9 NM SW), Mikawa (8.9 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Kanazawa?+
The Port of Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa?+
You can track vessels near Kanazawa (JPKNZ) 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 JPKNZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kanazawa?+
The Port of Kanazawa 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.