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Port of Wakamatsu/Kitakyushu

JPWAM🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Wakamatsu/Kitakyushu

Also known as: Wakamatsu, Wakamatsu District, Wakamatsu Ko, Wakamatsu Kō, Wakamatsu-ko, Wakamatsu-kō

Wakamatsu is a harbor section within Kitakyushu, Japan. It serves as a port handling bulk cargo and general cargo. The port features a small drydock and is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
22m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Floating
Drydock
S
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
62120 →
GeoNames ID
1848961 →
Wikidata
Q11361467 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPWAM
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
HBRX (Harbor section)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
JP-40
Area
Japan Coast
Latitude
33.8996°
Longitude
130.8109°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Wakamatsu/Kitakyushu?+
The approach to Wakamatsu/Kitakyushu is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tobata Koro Passage Range Front Lighthouse at 2.7 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Tobata Koro Passage Range Rear (2.7 NM ENE), Ōmozi Iwa (3.2 NM NE), Kokurakita Ward Lighthouses (3.8 NM E), Sunatsu (3.9 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 Wakamatsu/Kitakyushu?+
The Port of Wakamatsu/Kitakyushu 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 Wakamatsu/Kitakyushu?+
You can track vessels near Wakamatsu/Kitakyushu (JPWAM) 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 JPWAM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Wakamatsu/Kitakyushu?+
The Port of Wakamatsu/Kitakyushu 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.