Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Port of Tamano

JPTAM🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

Port Arrivals & Departures

Vessel Traffic

Port of Tamano JPTAM

1 credit per call

Unlock Vessel Traffic

See vessels in port, arriving & departing — all in one board.

1 credit per call
Checking credits…View all credit packs →
Auto top-up

On for your next purchase

Turn off to prevent future automatic charges.

Details stay hidden until unlocked.

About Port of Tamano

Also known as: Tamanoura Ko, Tamanoura Kō, Tamanoura-ko, Tamanoura-kō, tamanourakou, yuno pu gang

Located on the Bisan Seto, Tamano is a Japanese harbor established in 1940. It features compulsory pilotage and tug services, with a medium-sized drydock available.

Background
Tamano is a city located in southern Okayama Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 October 2022, the city had an estimated population of 55,889 in 27087 households, and a population density of 540 persons per km2. Its total area is 103.58 square kilometres (39.99 sq mi)

Current Conditions

Loading current conditions…

Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1940

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
JP-33
Area
Japan Coast
Body of Water
Bisan Seto
Latitude
34.4719°
Longitude
133.9391°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61580 →
GeoNames ID
1895891 →
Wikidata
Q850335 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.city.tamano.lg.jp →
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Track ships at the Port of Tamano in real time

Live AIS positions, arrivals, and departures at JPTAM — straight from your phone.

Live AIS positionsArrival alertsVoyage history
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

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

+

The approach to Tamano is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Uno Kō Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Inumodori Hana (1 NM SSE), Kazura Shima (1 NM ESE), Hibi Kō East Breakwater (1.2 NM SSW), Kurakake Hana (4 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 Tamano?

+

The Port of Tamano 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 Tamano?

+

You can track vessels near Tamano (JPTAM) 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 JPTAM on the live map.

Where is the Port of Tamano?

+

The Port of Tamano is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPTAM — 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 JPTAM mean?

+

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 Tamano?

+

The Port of Tamano 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.