Port of Sesoko

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About Port of Sesoko

Also known as: Sesoki Byochi, Sesoko Byoti, Sesoko Byōti, Sesoko-byochi, Sesoko-byōchi, Suco Harbor

Sesoko is an anchorage in the East China Sea, located off the coast of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It serves as a sheltered area for vessels.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
JP-47
Body of Water
East China Sea
Latitude
26.6333°
Longitude
127.8833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPSES
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
1852682 →
Wikidata
Q11520849 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Sesoko is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sesokoshima Lighthouse at 1.7 NM to the WNW with a nominal range of 14 NM. Other aids include Sesoku Shima (1.7 NM WNW), Toguchi Kō South Breakwater (1.7 NM N), Minna Shima (3.4 NM WNW), Minnashima (3.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Sesoko on?

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The Port of Sesoko is situated on the East China Sea in JP. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Sesoko?

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You can track vessels near Sesoko (JPSES) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Sesoko?

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The Port of Sesoko is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPSES — 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 JPSES 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 Sesoko?

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The Port of Sesoko 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.