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Port of Kuramai

JPKRC🇯🇵Japan

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About Port of Kuramai

Kuramai is a port on Mikawa Bay, Japan. It serves as a general cargo facility, equipped with tugs and compulsory pilotage.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61475 →
Wikidata
Q30937959 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPKRC
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
JP-23
Area
Japan Coast
Body of Water
Mikawa Bay
Latitude
34.7777°
Longitude
137.1722°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Kuramai is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hashida Lighthouse at 0.7 NM to the S. Other aids include Katahara Kō (0.9 NM ENE), Nishiura Kō (0.9 NM ENE), Mikawa Nisiura (1.2 NM NE), Kenashi Shima (1.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Kuramai?

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The Port of Kuramai 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 Kuramai?

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You can track vessels near Kuramai (JPKRC) 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 JPKRC on the live map.

Where is the Port of Kuramai?

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The Port of Kuramai is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPKRC — 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 JPKRC 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 Kuramai?

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The Port of Kuramai 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.