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Port of Takamatsu

JPTAK🇯🇵JP

Port Location

About Port of Takamatsu

The Port of Takamatsu (JPTAK) is a maritime port facility located in JP.. Local time zone: UTC+9.

Position: 34.3646°N, 134.0414°E. UN/LOCODE: JPTAK.

Geographic context: The Port of Takamatsu is situated on the Sea of Japan, within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. The location falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

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General Information

Port Name
Takamatsu
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPTAK
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
34.3646°
Longitude
134.0414°

Navigation Aids Near Takamatsu

Takamatsu Tamamo Breakwater Lighthouse

0.5 NMESE

Takamatsu Detached Breakwater Southwest Head Lighthouse

0.7 NMESE

Megi Shima Lighthouse

0.9 NMN

Takamatsu Asahimachi Breakwater Lighthouse

0.9 NMESE

Takamatsu Detached Breakwater Northeast Head Lighthouse

1 NME

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Takamatsu?+
The approach to Takamatsu is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Takamatsu Tamamo Breakwater Lighthouse at 0.5 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Takamatsu Detached Breakwater Southwest Head (0.7 NM ESE), Megi Shima (0.9 NM N), Takamatsu Asahimachi Breakwater (0.9 NM ESE), Takamatsu Detached Breakwater Northeast Head (1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Takamatsu?+
The Port of Takamatsu 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 Takamatsu?+
You can track vessels near Takamatsu (JPTAK) 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 JPTAK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Takamatsu?+
The Port of Takamatsu 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.