Port of Shimonoseki (JPSHS): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Shimonoseki (UN/LOCODE JPSHS) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Japan, on the Korea Strait. It sits at 33.9333° N, 130.9333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 9.4 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
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Korea Strait; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Japan
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Shimonoseki
Where is Port of Shimonoseki located?
Port of Shimonoseki is a seaport located in Japan, on the Korea Strait. Its coordinates are 33.9333° N, 130.9333° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Shimonoseki?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Shimonoseki is JPSHS — country code JP, location code SHS.
How deep is Port of Shimonoseki?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Shimonoseki has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 9.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.
Does Port of Shimonoseki require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Shimonoseki.
What type of harbor is Port of Shimonoseki?
Port of Shimonoseki is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Shimonoseki have?
Port of Shimonoseki is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Shimonoseki are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #61700), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →