Port of Yuwan

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About Port of Yuwan

Also known as: Yuwan Ko, Yuwan Kō, tang wan gang, yuwankou, ゆわんこう, ユワンコウ

Yuwan is a harbor located in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. It serves as a local port, with no specific cargo or vessel types detailed.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
261m

Region

Subdivision
JP-46
Latitude
28.2780°
Longitude
129.2921°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12863011 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Yuwan is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Onen Saki Lighthouse at 5 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Ōyama Saki (6.1 NM NNE), Amami-setosaki (7.7 NM S), Sotsukō (8.3 NM W), Machiami Saki (10 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Yuwan on?

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The Port of Yuwan is situated on the East China Sea in JP. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Yuwan?

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You can track vessels near Yuwan (JPYWN) 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 Yuwan?

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The Port of Yuwan is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPYWN — 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 JPYWN 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 Yuwan?

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The Port of Yuwan 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.