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Port of Oarai

JPOAR🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Oarai

Oarai Port is located on the Pacific Ocean in Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. Established in 1954, it serves as a ferry terminal and handles cargo.

Background
Ōarai is a town located in Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 July 2020, the town had an estimated population of 15,867 in 6,881 households and a population density of 664 inhabitants per square kilometre (1,720/sq mi). The percentage of the population aged over 65 was 34.0%. The total area of the town is 23.89 square kilometres (9.22 sq mi). The Japan Atomic Energy Agency operates a research center in Ōarai with a number of nuclear research reactors, including the Jōyō and High-temperature engineering test reactor facilities.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

History

Established
1954

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
JP-08
Area
Japan Coast
Body of Water
Pacific Ocean
Latitude
36.3081°
Longitude
140.5760°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12952979 →
Wikidata
Q1349185 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.town.oarai.lg.jp →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Oarai?+
The approach to Oarai is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ōarai Misaki Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Ōarai Kō South Breakwater (0.9 NM SSE), Nakaminato Kō (2.2 NM NE), Nakaminato South Breakwater (2.2 NM NE), Hitachinaka City Lighthouses (5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Oarai?+
The Port of Oarai 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 Oarai?+
You can track vessels near Oarai (JPOAR) 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 JPOAR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Oarai?+
The Port of Oarai 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.