Port of Noboribetsu

The approach to Noboribetsu is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Noboribetsu Kō Lighthouse at 0.9 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Ayoro Hana (1.5 NM E), Muroran Kō South Breakwater (11.3 NM WSW), Chikiumisaki (11.5 NM SW), Muroran Kō South Auxiliary Breakwater (12.2 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Noboribetsu is situated on the Sea of Japan in JP. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Noboribetsu (JPRBN) 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 JPRBN on the live map.

The Port of Noboribetsu is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPRBN — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

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.

The Port of Noboribetsu 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.