Port of Matsuura, Nagasaki

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About Port of Matsuura, Nagasaki

This port is located in Matsuura, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan. It is a protected harbor that requires pilotage and tug assistance.

Background
Matsuura is a city located in Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 June 2024, the city had an estimated population of 20,667 in 9936 households, and a population density of 160 people per km2. The total area of the city is 130.55 km2 (50.41 sq mi)

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
3ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

History

Established
2006

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Subdivision
JP-42
Latitude
32.9333°
Longitude
129.6000°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
62333 →
Wikidata
Q850465 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.city-matsuura.jp →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Matsuura, Nagasaki?

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The approach to Matsuura, Nagasaki is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Matsu Shima Breakwater Lighthouse at 1 NM to the N. Other aids include Nezumi Se (1.5 NM ENE), Seto Fukushima Kō (1.7 NM E), Seto Fukushima Kō North Breakwater (1.8 NM ENE), Kashira Shima (2.2 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 Matsuura, Nagasaki?

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The Port of Matsuura, Nagasaki 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 Matsuura, Nagasaki?

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You can track vessels near Matsuura, Nagasaki (JPMTS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Matsuura, Nagasaki?

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The Port of Matsuura, Nagasaki is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPMTS — 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 JPMTS 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 Matsuura, Nagasaki?

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The Port of Matsuura, Nagasaki 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.