Port of Yobuko

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About Port of Yobuko

Also known as: Yobuko Ko, Yobuko Kō, Yobuko-ko, Yobuko-kō, hu zi gang, 呼子港

Yobuko is a small harbor in Japan's Saga Prefecture. It serves as a local fishing port and handles general cargo. The harbor is sheltered and suitable for small vessels.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
11m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
62420 →
GeoNames ID
1848407 →
Wikidata
Q30933508 →
Seamark Type
harbour

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
JP-41
Area
Japan Coast
Sub-area
East China Sea
Latitude
33.5424°
Longitude
129.8931°

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Yobuko?

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The approach to Yobuko is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Yobuko Kō East Entrance South Breakwater Lighthouse at 0.5 NM to the N. Other aids include Taka Shima (0.6 NM N), Yobuko Kō East Entrance Detached Breakwater (0.6 NM N), Yobuko Kō East Entrance North Breakwater (0.6 NM NNW), Yobuko Kō Nagoya Bay Breakwater (0.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Yobuko?

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The Port of Yobuko 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 Yobuko?

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You can track vessels near Yobuko (JPYBK) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Yobuko?

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The Port of Yobuko is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPYBK — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE JPYBK mean?

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The first two characters, JP, are the ISO country code for JP. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Yobuko?

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The Port of Yobuko 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.