Port of Iwakuni Ko (JPIWK): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Iwakuni Ko (UN/LOCODE JPIWK) is a medium open roadstead harbor located in Japan, on the Sea of Japan. It sits at 34.1833° N, 132.2500° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 21.6 m, an anchorage depth near 14 m, cargo pier depths around 11 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Open Roadstead
- Harbor Size
- Medium
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Sea of Japan; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Japan
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Iwakuni Ko
Where is Port of Iwakuni Ko located?
Port of Iwakuni Ko is a seaport located in Japan, on the Sea of Japan. Its coordinates are 34.1833° N, 132.2500° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Iwakuni Ko?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Iwakuni Ko is JPIWK — country code JP, location code IWK.
How deep is Port of Iwakuni Ko?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Iwakuni Ko has a channel depth of about 21.6 m, an anchorage depth of about 14 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.
Does Port of Iwakuni Ko require a pilot?
Pilotage is not listed as compulsory at Port of Iwakuni Ko, though pilots are available.
What type of harbor is Port of Iwakuni Ko?
Port of Iwakuni Ko is classified as a open roadstead harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Iwakuni Ko have?
Port of Iwakuni Ko is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Iwakuni Ko are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #61662), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →