Port of Shimizu Ko (JPSMZ): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Shimizu Ko (UN/LOCODE JPSMZ) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Japan, on the North Pacific Ocean. It sits at 35.0167° N, 138.5000° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 14 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 (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Fair
- World Water Body
- North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Japan
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Shimizu Ko
Where is Port of Shimizu Ko located?
Port of Shimizu Ko is a seaport located in Japan, on the North Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 35.0167° N, 138.5000° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Shimizu Ko?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Shimizu Ko is JPSMZ — country code JP, location code SMZ.
How deep is Port of Shimizu Ko?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Shimizu Ko has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 14 m.
Does Port of Shimizu Ko require a pilot?
Pilotage is not listed as compulsory at Port of Shimizu Ko, though pilots are available.
What type of harbor is Port of Shimizu Ko?
Port of Shimizu Ko is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering fair shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Shimizu Ko have?
Port of Shimizu Ko is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Shimizu Ko are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #61460), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →