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Port of Seto

JPSET🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Seto

Also known as: Setoda-ko, Setoda-kō

Seto is a small harbor located in Japan's Nagasaki Prefecture. It serves as a local port, with pilotage and tug services available. The harbor offers partial shelter.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
18m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
62333 →
GeoNames ID
1896729 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Subdivision
JP-42
Area
Japan Coast
Sub-area
East China Sea
Latitude
32.9333°
Longitude
129.6333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Seto?+
The approach to Seto is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Seto Fukushima Kō Lighthouse at 0.1 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Seto Fukushima Kō North Breakwater (0.4 NM N), Nezumi Se (0.6 NM NNW), Kashira Shima (1.2 NM SSE), Matsu Shima Breakwater (1.8 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Seto?+
The Port of Seto 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 Seto?+
You can track vessels near Seto (JPSET) 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 JPSET on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Seto?+
The Port of Seto 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.