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Port of Kurosaki

JPKSK🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Kurosaki

Also known as: Kurosaki Hakuchi, hei qi po de, 黒崎泊地

Kurosaki is an anchorage located in Japan's JP-40 region. It is a small, fully sheltered anchorage with compulsory pilotage and tug services.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
62121 →
GeoNames ID
10318909 →
Wikidata
Q30933887 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPKSK
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River basin
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
JP-40
Latitude
33.8667°
Longitude
130.8167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kurosaki?+
The approach to Kurosaki is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tobata Koro Passage Range Front Lighthouse at 3.7 NM to the NE. Other aids include Tobata Koro Passage Range Rear (3.7 NM NE), Sunatsu (3.8 NM ENE), Sunatsu Fairway Range Rear (3.8 NM ENE), Kokurakita Ward Lighthouses (4.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Kurosaki?+
The Port of Kurosaki 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 Kurosaki?+
You can track vessels near Kurosaki (JPKSK) 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 JPKSK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kurosaki?+
The Port of Kurosaki 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.