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Port of Ryotsu

JPRYO🇯🇵JP

Port Location

About Port of Ryotsu

The Port of Ryotsu (JPRYO) is a maritime port facility located in JP.. Local time zone: UTC+9.

Position: 38.0728°N, 138.4416°E. UN/LOCODE: JPRYO.

Geographic context: The Port of Ryotsu is situated on the Sea of Japan, within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Ryotsu
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPRYO
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
38.0728°
Longitude
138.4416°

Navigation Aids Near Ryotsu

Mano Wan Breakwater Lighthouse

10.1 NMSW

Niigata No. 2 West Breakwater Lighthouse

30.4 NMESE

Izumozaki Kō Lighthouse

33.6 NMSSE

Niigata Higashi West Breakwater Lighthouse

37.5 NME

Niigata Higashi East Breakwater Lighthouse

37.7 NME

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ryotsu?+
The approach to Ryotsu is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mano Wan Breakwater Lighthouse at 10.1 NM to the SW. Other aids include Niigata No. 2 West Breakwater (30.4 NM ESE), Izumozaki Kō (33.6 NM SSE), Niigata Higashi West Breakwater (37.5 NM E), Niigata Higashi East Breakwater (37.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Ryotsu?+
The Port of Ryotsu 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 Ryotsu?+
You can track vessels near Ryotsu (JPRYO) 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 JPRYO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ryotsu?+
The Port of Ryotsu 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.