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Port of Tsuchiura

JPTCH🇯🇵Japan

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About Port of Tsuchiura

Tsuchiura is a port in Japan. It is a small, protected harbor. Tugs are available for assistance.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
20ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61802 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPTCH
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Poor

Region

Subdivision
JP-08
Latitude
35.5167°
Longitude
135.5000°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Tsuchiura is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Oshimawashi Lighthouse at 2.1 NM to the N. Other aids include Shiroyama (2.8 NM ESE), Tai Kō (3.8 NM NW), Naryu Saki (5.5 NM NNW), Miyo Saki (5.9 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 Tsuchiura?

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The Port of Tsuchiura 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 Tsuchiura?

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You can track vessels near Tsuchiura (JPTCH) 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 JPTCH on the live map.

Where is the Port of Tsuchiura?

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The Port of Tsuchiura is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPTCH — 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 JPTCH 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 Tsuchiura?

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The Port of Tsuchiura 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.