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Port of Shikama

JPSKM🇯🇵Japan

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About Port of Shikama

Also known as: Himezi Ko, Shikama-ko, Shikama-kō, Sikama Ko, Sikama Kô

Shikama is a harbor located in Japan's Hyōgo Prefecture. It serves as a port for regional maritime activities.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61566 →
GeoNames ID
1852516 →
Wikidata
Q11447557 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
JP-28
Latitude
34.7667°
Longitude
134.6500°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Shikama is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Shikama Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the S with a nominal range of 7 NM. Other aids include Shikama (0.3 NM SE), Hirohata Kō (1.1 NM W), Mega (1.5 NM E), Mega (1.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Shikama?

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The Port of Shikama 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 Shikama?

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You can track vessels near Shikama (JPSKM) 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 JPSKM on the live map.

Where is the Port of Shikama?

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The Port of Shikama is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPSKM — 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 JPSKM 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 Shikama?

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The Port of Shikama 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.