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

Port of Tsunoshima

JPTNS🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Tsunoshima

Also known as: Tsunoshima Ko, Tsunoshima Kō, Tsunoshima-ko, Tsunoshima-kō, Tunosima Ko, Tunosima Kō

Tsunoshima is a small island harbor located in the Sea of Japan, off the coast of Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. It serves as a local port facility for the island community.

Background
Tsunoshima (角島) is an island located in the Sea of Japan. Located in the north west of Yamaguchi Prefecture, it is a part of Shimonoseki city. The island has an area of 4.1 square kilometers (1.6 sq mi) and has a coastline of 17.1 kilometres (10.6 mi). The island consists primarily of basalt, and is a part of the Kita-Nagato Kaigan Quasi-National Park. As of 28 August 2008, the population of Tsunoshima is 907.

Current Conditions

Loading current conditions…

Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
1899706 →
Wikidata
Q7850236 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
JP-35
Area
Japan Coast
Latitude
34.3500°
Longitude
130.8630°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Track ships at the Port of Tsunoshima in real time

Live AIS positions, arrivals, and departures at JPTNS — 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 Tsunoshima?+
The approach to Tsunoshima is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Motoyama Lighthouse at 1.1 NM to the NE. Other aids include Tsunoshima (1.1 NM W), Nagato Ise (1.6 NM ENE), Kottoi (2.4 NM SE), Yuya Kō Agawa Breakwater (3.2 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 Tsunoshima?+
The Port of Tsunoshima 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 Tsunoshima?+
You can track vessels near Tsunoshima (JPTNS) 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 JPTNS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tsunoshima?+
The Port of Tsunoshima 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.