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Port of Sakurajima

JPSRZ🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Sakurajima

Also known as: Niijima Ko, Niijima Kō, Sakurajima Ko, Sakurajima Kō, niijimakou, sakurajimakou

Sakurajima is a harbor located in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. It serves as a port facility on the island of Sakurajima.

Background
Sakurajima is an active stratovolcano, formerly an island and now a peninsula, in Kagoshima Prefecture in Kyushu, Japan. It is the most active volcano in Japan.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
JP-46
Latitude
31.6184°
Longitude
130.7208°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12939814 →
Wikidata
Q128841 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sakurajima?+
The approach to Sakurajima is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kan Se Lighthouse at 7.4 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Kanse (7.4 NM WSW), Tarumizu Kō (7.5 NM S), Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater North Head (7.7 NM W), Kagoshima Honko Kō Middle Breakwater South Head (7.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Sakurajima?+
The Port of Sakurajima 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 Sakurajima?+
You can track vessels near Sakurajima (JPSRZ) 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 JPSRZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Sakurajima?+
The Port of Sakurajima 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.