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Port of Kashima, Ibaraki

JPKSM🇯🇵JP

Port Location

About Port of Kashima, Ibaraki

The Port of Kashima, Ibaraki (JPKSM) is a maritime port facility located in JP.. Local time zone: UTC+9.

Position: 35.9094°N, 140.6833°E. UN/LOCODE: JPKSM.

Geographic context: The Port of Kashima, Ibaraki 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
Kashima, Ibaraki
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPKSM
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
35.9094°
Longitude
140.6833°

Navigation Aids Near Kashima, Ibaraki

Kashima South Breakwater Lighthouse

3.6 NMNNE

Kashima City Lighthouses Lighthouse

5.3 NMNNW

City Lighthouse

12.9 NMSE

Togawa Kō Lighthouse

13.3 NMSSE

Inubō Saki Lighthouse

15.1 NMSE

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kashima, Ibaraki?+
The approach to Kashima, Ibaraki is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kashima South Breakwater Lighthouse at 3.6 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Kashima City Lighthouses (5.3 NM NNW), City (12.9 NM SE), Togawa Kō (13.3 NM SSE), Inubō Saki (15.1 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Kashima, Ibaraki?+
The Port of Kashima, Ibaraki 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 Kashima, Ibaraki?+
You can track vessels near Kashima, Ibaraki (JPKSM) 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 JPKSM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kashima, Ibaraki?+
The Port of Kashima, Ibaraki 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.