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Port of Owase

JPOWA🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Owase

Also known as: Owase Ko, Owase Kō, Owase-ko, Owase-kō, wei jiu gang, 尾鷲港

Owase is a sheltered harbor on the Kumano Sea in Japan's Mie Prefecture. It serves as a port for local fishing and cargo vessels.

Background
Owase is a city located in Mie Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 August 2021, the city had an estimated population of 16,910, in 9,177 households. The population density was 88 persons per km2. The total area of the city was 192.71 square kilometres (74.41 sq mi).

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
20ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1954

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
JP-24
Area
Japan Coast
Body of Water
Kumano Sea
Latitude
34.0711°
Longitude
136.2118°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61515 →
GeoNames ID
6414822 →
Wikidata
Q847554 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.city.owase.lg.jp →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Owase?+
The approach to Owase is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Detached Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the W. Other aids include Owase Kō Detached (No. 2) Breakwater (0.3 NM WNW), Hikimoto Ura (2.5 NM ENE), Togashirashima (2.5 NM ESE), Onasohana (2.9 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 Owase?+
The Port of Owase 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 Owase?+
You can track vessels near Owase (JPOWA) 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 JPOWA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Owase?+
The Port of Owase 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.