Port of Shikama (JPSKM): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Shikama (UN/LOCODE JPSKM) is a small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Japan, on the Sea of Japan. It sits at 34.7667° N, 134.6500° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good.
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
- Small
- 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 Shikama
Where is Port of Shikama located?
Port of Shikama is a seaport located in Japan, on the Sea of Japan. Its coordinates are 34.7667° N, 134.6500° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Shikama?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Shikama is JPSKM — country code JP, location code SKM.
How deep is Port of Shikama?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Shikama has a channel depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.
Does Port of Shikama require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Shikama.
What type of harbor is Port of Shikama?
Port of Shikama is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Shikama are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #61566), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →