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Port of Yawata/Kitakyushu

JPYWT🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Yawata/Kitakyushu

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

Yawata/Kitakyushu Port is a significant industrial harbor in Japan's Fukuoka Prefecture. It handles bulk cargo and general cargo, serving various vessel types. The port features tug services and a drydock for ship repair.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
22m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
62121 →
GeoNames ID
1848961 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River basin
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
JP-40
Area
Japan Coast
Latitude
33.8788°
Longitude
130.8048°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Yawata/Kitakyushu?+
The approach to Yawata/Kitakyushu is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tobata Koro Passage Range Front Lighthouse at 3.6 NM to the NE. Other aids include Tobata Koro Passage Range Rear (3.6 NM NE), Sunatsu (4.2 NM E), Sunatsu Fairway Range Rear (4.2 NM E), Kokurakita Ward Lighthouses (4.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Yawata/Kitakyushu?+
The Port of Yawata/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 Yawata/Kitakyushu?+
You can track vessels near Yawata/Kitakyushu (JPYWT) 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 JPYWT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Yawata/Kitakyushu?+
The Port of Yawata/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.