Port of Sakata Ko (JPSKT): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Sakata Ko (UN/LOCODE JPSKT) is a small coastal (tide gates) harbor located in Japan, on the Sea of Japan. It sits at 38.9333° N, 139.8167° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 12.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. 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 (Tide Gates)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Fair
- World Water Body
- Sea of Japan; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Japan
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Sakata Ko
Where is Port of Sakata Ko located?
Port of Sakata Ko is a seaport located in Japan, on the Sea of Japan. Its coordinates are 38.9333° N, 139.8167° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Sakata Ko?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Sakata Ko is JPSKT — country code JP, location code SKT.
How deep is Port of Sakata Ko?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Sakata Ko has a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 12.5 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Sakata Ko?
Port of Sakata Ko reports a maximum length of 333 m, a maximum beam of 43 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Sakata Ko require a pilot?
Pilotage is not listed as compulsory at Port of Sakata Ko, though pilots are available.
What type of harbor is Port of Sakata Ko?
Port of Sakata Ko is classified as a coastal (tide gates) harbor, of small size, offering fair shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Sakata Ko have?
Port of Sakata Ko is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Sakata Ko are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #61900), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →