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Port of Watanoha

JPWAT🇯🇵JP

Port Location

About Port of Watanoha

The Port of Watanoha (JPWAT) is a maritime port facility located in JP.. Local time zone: UTC+9.

Position: 38.4069°N, 141.3667°E. UN/LOCODE: JPWAT.

Geographic context: The Port of Watanoha is situated on the Sea of Japan, within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Watanoha
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPWAT
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
38.4069°
Longitude
141.3667°

Navigation Aids Near Watanoha

Ishinomaki City: Ishinomaki Harbor Lighthouses Lighthouse

1.1 NMS

Ishinomaki Gyoko West Breakwater Lighthouse

1.2 NMW

Ishinomaki Kō West Detached Breakwater Lighthouse

1.2 NMW

Megawa Lighthouse

4.9 NMENE

Nigishiro Saki Lighthouse

6.2 NMSSE

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Watanoha?+
The approach to Watanoha is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ishinomaki City: Ishinomaki Harbor Lighthouses Lighthouse at 1.1 NM to the S. Other aids include Ishinomaki Gyoko West Breakwater (1.2 NM W), Ishinomaki Kō West Detached Breakwater (1.2 NM W), Megawa (4.9 NM ENE), Nigishiro Saki (6.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Watanoha?+
The Port of Watanoha 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 Watanoha?+
You can track vessels near Watanoha (JPWAT) 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 JPWAT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Watanoha?+
The Port of Watanoha 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.