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Port of Kure, Hiroshima

JPKRE🇯🇵JP

Port Location

About Port of Kure, Hiroshima

The Port of Kure, Hiroshima (JPKRE) is a maritime port facility located in JP. It features a maximum draft of 17m. The facility is classified as a very large-sized port. Local time zone: UTC+9.

Vessel capacity and restrictions: The controlling depth at Kure, Hiroshima is 17 meters. Vessel masters should confirm current draft restrictions with the port authority before arrival.

Port classification: As a very large facility, Kure, Hiroshima ranks among the highest-capacity ports in the region — typically equipped to handle ultra-large container vessels (ULCS), VLCC tankers, and capesize bulk carriers, with deep-water berths and full-service cargo terminals.

Position: 34.2349°N, 132.5380°E. UN/LOCODE: JPKRE.

Geographic context: The Port of Kure, Hiroshima 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 subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

Vessel Limits

Max Draft
17m

General Information

Port Name
Kure, Hiroshima
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPKRE
Time Zone
UTC+9
Facility Size
Very Large
Latitude
34.2349°
Longitude
132.5380°

Navigation Aids Near Kure, Hiroshima

Kourumeshima Lighthouse

Range: 8 NM

1 NMWNW

Ondo Lighthouse

Range: 12 NM

2.1 NMS

Yakata Isi Lighthouse

4.8 NMNW

Ando Shima Lighthouse

7 NMWNW

Meneko Shima Lighthouse

Range: 3 NM

7.3 NMESE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Kure, Hiroshima?+
The controlling depth at Kure, Hiroshima is 17 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
What types of cargo and vessels does the Port of Kure, Hiroshima handle?+
As a very large-sized facility, Kure, Hiroshima serves ultra-large container ships (ULCS), VLCC tankers, capesize bulkers, and the largest classes of ro-ro vessels. It offers deep-water berths, gantry cranes for container handling, and full-service cargo terminals. Vessel operators should contact the port authority for specific berth availability and cargo handling capabilities.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kure, Hiroshima?+
The approach to Kure, Hiroshima is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kourumeshima Lighthouse at 1 NM to the WNW with a nominal range of 8 NM. Other aids include Ondo (2.1 NM S), Yakata Isi (4.8 NM NW), Ando Shima (7 NM WNW), Meneko Shima (7.3 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Kure, Hiroshima?+
The Port of Kure, Hiroshima 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 Kure, Hiroshima?+
You can track vessels near Kure, Hiroshima (JPKRE) 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 JPKRE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kure, Hiroshima?+
The Port of Kure, Hiroshima 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.