Port of Kawasaki Ko (JPKWS): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Kawasaki Ko (UN/LOCODE JPKWS) is a large coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Japan, on the North Pacific Ocean. It sits at 35.5000° N, 139.7667° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 17.1 m, cargo pier depths around 21.6 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves 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
- Coastal (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Japan
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Kawasaki Ko
Where is Port of Kawasaki Ko located?
Port of Kawasaki Ko is a seaport located in Japan, on the North Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 35.5000° N, 139.7667° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Kawasaki Ko?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Kawasaki Ko is JPKWS — country code JP, location code KWS.
How deep is Port of Kawasaki Ko?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Kawasaki Ko has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 17.1 m, cargo pier depths of about 21.6 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Kawasaki Ko?
Port of Kawasaki Ko reports a maximum length of 315.2 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Kawasaki Ko require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Kawasaki Ko.
What type of harbor is Port of Kawasaki Ko?
Port of Kawasaki Ko is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of large size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Kawasaki Ko have?
Port of Kawasaki Ko is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Kawasaki Ko are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #61385), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →