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Port of Yura, Yamaguchi

JPYUA🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Yura, Yamaguchi

This port in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, serves as a vital industrial hub. It handles bulk cargo and is equipped with tugs and a large drydock.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
L
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61541 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPYUA
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9

Classification

Type
Port
Shelter
U

Region

Subdivision
JP-35
Latitude
33.9500°
Longitude
135.1000°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Yura, Yamaguchi?+
The approach to Yura, Yamaguchi is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ao Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse at 2.9 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Yura Town Lighthouse (4 NM NNE), Kii Hino Misaki (4.5 NM SSW), Kii-hinomisaki (4.5 NM SSW), Gobō Katsuo Shima (6.1 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 Yura, Yamaguchi?+
The Port of Yura, Yamaguchi 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 Yura, Yamaguchi?+
You can track vessels near Yura, Yamaguchi (JPYUA) 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 JPYUA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Yura, Yamaguchi?+
The Port of Yura, Yamaguchi 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.