Port of Nakanoshima

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About Port of Nakanoshima

Also known as: Nakanoshima Ko, Nakanoshima Kō, nakanoshimakou, zhong zhi dao gang, なかのしまこう, ナカノシマコウ

Nakanoshima is a harbor located in Japan's Shimane Prefecture. It serves as a local port, primarily handling general cargo.

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12863005 →
Wikidata
Q11620211 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPNKS
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
JP-46
Area
Japan Coast
Latitude
36.1047°
Longitude
133.0769°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Nakanoshima is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Matsuga Saki Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Kamo Shima (1.3 NM NE), Komori Shima (2.6 NM ENE), Noda Saki (2.7 NM E), Takada Hana (3.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Nakanoshima?

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The Port of Nakanoshima 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 Nakanoshima?

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You can track vessels near Nakanoshima (JPNKS) 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 Nakanoshima?

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The Port of Nakanoshima is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPNKS — 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 JPNKS 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 Nakanoshima?

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The Port of Nakanoshima 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.