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Port of Tainokawa

JPTKW🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Tainokawa

Also known as: Tainokawa Ko, Tainokawa Kō, diaono chuan gang, tainokawakou, たいのかわこう, タイノカワコウ

Tainokawa is a harbor located in Kagoshima, Japan. It serves as a local port facility.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Region

Subdivision
JP-46
Latitude
30.2474°
Longitude
130.5919°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12863062 →
Wikidata
Q29424982 →
Official Site
www.pref.kagoshima.jp →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tainokawa?+
The approach to Tainokawa is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tanisaki Hana Lighthouse at 2.1 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Anbō Kō (5.9 NM NE), Haya Saki (8.6 NM NNE), Miyanoura Kō (11.2 NM N), Issō Kō (13.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Tainokawa?+
The Port of Tainokawa 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 Tainokawa?+
You can track vessels near Tainokawa (JPTKW) 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 JPTKW on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tainokawa?+
The Port of Tainokawa 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.