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Port of Urakawa

JPURK🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Urakawa

Also known as: Urakawa Ko, Urakawa Kō, Urakawa-ko, Urakawa-kō, pu he gang, urakawakou

Urakawa Port is a harbor located in Hokkaido, Japan. Established in 1902, it serves as a local maritime facility.

Background
Urakawa is a town located in Hidaka Subprefecture, Hokkaidō, Japan. As of 31 December 2025, the town had an estimated population of 11,048 in 6628 households, and a population density of 16 people per km2. The total area of the town is 694.30 km2 (268.07 sq mi).

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
JP-01
Latitude
42.1639°
Longitude
142.7686°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2127585 →
Wikidata
Q1355506 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.town.urakawa.hokkaido.jp →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1902

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Urakawa?+
The approach to Urakawa is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Urakawa Kō South Breakwater Lighthouse at 0 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Urakawa (0.4 NM ESE), Urakawa Town Lighthouses (0.4 NM E), Samani Town Lighthouses (6.7 NM ESE), Horoizumi (19 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Urakawa on?+
The Port of Urakawa is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in JP. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Urakawa?+
You can track vessels near Urakawa (JPURK) 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 JPURK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Urakawa?+
The Port of Urakawa 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.