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Port of Shinagawa, Tokyo

JPSHG🇯🇵Japan

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About Port of Shinagawa, Tokyo

Also known as: Katsushima-minami Unga, sheng dao nan yun he, 勝島南運河

Located on Edo Bay in Tokyo, Japan, this port serves as a vital hub for maritime traffic. It handles a variety of cargo and accommodates numerous vessel types. The port features essential facilities including tugs and drydocks.

Background
Shinagawa is a special ward in the Tokyo Metropolis in Japan. The ward refers to itself as Shinagawa City in English. It is home to eleven embassies.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
16ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
A

History

Established
1947

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPSHG
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
JP-13
Body of Water
Edo Bay
Latitude
35.6000°
Longitude
139.7167°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61380 →
GeoNames ID
10865199 →
Wikidata
Q233495 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.city.shinagawa.tokyo.jp →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Shinagawa, Tokyo?

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The approach to Shinagawa, Tokyo is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ohse Saki Lighthouse at 2.9 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Tokyo West Passage West (3.4 NM ESE), Tōkyō West Passage West Breakwater (3.4 NM ESE), Tōkyō West Passage East Breakwater (3.6 NM E), Tōkyō Kokusai Kūkō (4.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Shinagawa, Tokyo?

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The Port of Shinagawa, Tokyo 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 Shinagawa, Tokyo?

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You can track vessels near Shinagawa, Tokyo (JPSHG) 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 JPSHG on the live map.

Where is the Port of Shinagawa, Tokyo?

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The Port of Shinagawa, Tokyo is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPSHG — 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 JPSHG 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 Shinagawa, Tokyo?

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The Port of Shinagawa, Tokyo 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.