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Port of Nakayama

JPNKY🇯🇵Japan

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About Port of Nakayama

Nakayama is a port located in Kesennuma Bay, Japan. It handles general cargo and is equipped with tug services. The port's sheltered harbor accommodates various vessel types.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61325 →
GeoNames ID
12909463 →
Wikidata
Q11548038 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPNKY
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
JP-32
Body of Water
Kesennuma Bay
Latitude
38.8667°
Longitude
141.6000°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Nakayama is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Jodan Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Banshone (1.4 NM NE), Rikuzen Nagasaki Kō (1.5 NM ESE), Kara Shima (1.9 NM E), Shibitachi Nakane (1.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Nakayama?

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The Port of Nakayama 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 Nakayama?

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You can track vessels near Nakayama (JPNKY) 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 JPNKY on the live map.

Where is the Port of Nakayama?

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The Port of Nakayama is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPNKY — 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 JPNKY 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 Nakayama?

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The Port of Nakayama 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.