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Port of Taketoyo

JPTKT🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Taketoyo

Also known as: Taketoyo-ko, Taketoyo-kō

Taketoyo Port is located in Kinuura Bay, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It serves as a key industrial port, handling bulk cargo and general cargo. The port is equipped with tugs and requires pilots for vessel navigation.

Background
Taketoyo is a town located in Chita District, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 October 2019, the town had an estimated population of 43,147 in 18,392 households, and a population density of 1,636 persons per km2. The total area of the town was 26.38 square kilometres (10.19 sq mi).

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1954

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
JP-23
Body of Water
Kinuura Bay
Latitude
34.8500°
Longitude
136.9500°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61470 →
GeoNames ID
1850817 →
Wikidata
Q1203232 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.town.taketoyo.lg.jp →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Taketoyo?+
The approach to Taketoyo is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Taketoyo Lighthouse at 1 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Handa City Lighthouses (1.6 NM NNE), Kinuura Kō West Breakwater (1.8 NM SSW), Kinuura Kō East Breakwater (1.9 NM S), Sako (2.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Taketoyo?+
The Port of Taketoyo 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 Taketoyo?+
You can track vessels near Taketoyo (JPTKT) 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 JPTKT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Taketoyo?+
The Port of Taketoyo 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.