Port of Karatsu (JP KAR)
Japan
| Port information | |
|---|---|
| UN/LOCODE | JP KAR |
| Coordinates | 33.4833, 129.9667 (33°29′N 129°58′E) |
| Region | JP-41 |
| Nearest city | Karatsu |
| Body of water | Korea Strait; North Pacific Ocean |
| First port of entry | Yes |
| Harbor | |
|---|---|
| Harbor size | Small |
| Harbor type | Coastal, natural |
| Shelter | Good |
| Tidal range | 2 m |
| Channel depth | 6.4 m |
| Anchorage depth | 9.4 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 7.9 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 11 m |
| Services | |
|---|---|
| Pilotage compulsory | No |
| Pilotage available | Yes |
| Tug assistance | No |
| Quarantine / pratique | Yes |
| Repairs | Limited |
| Marine railway (slipway) | Small |
| Medical facilities | Yes |
| Nearest airport | Yes |
| Rail connection | Yes |
Facilities
Wharves
Supplies
Fuel oil
Fresh water
Karatsu operates as a working harbor in Japan, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Small harbor laid out as Coastal, natural sets the scale of operations at Karatsu. Draft at the approach to Karatsu is constrained by a 6.4 m channel depth.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is the port of Karatsu located?
- Karatsu is a seaport in Japan.
- What is the UN/LOCODE of Karatsu?
- The UN/LOCODE for Karatsu is JP KAR.
- What is the channel depth at Karatsu?
- The channel depth at Karatsu is 6.4 m.
Nearby ports
- Imari Japan 24 km
- Sasebo Japan 42 km
- Hakata Japan 42 km
- Miike Ko Japan 68 km
- Matsu-Shima Japan 70 km
- Nagasaki Japan 86 km
- Yahata Japan 89 km
- Wakamatsu Ko Japan 91 km
Distance to major hubs
- Shanghai China 834 km
- Rotterdam Netherlands 9145 km
- Los Angeles USA 9697 km
- Mina Jabal Ali United Arab Emirates 7178 km
- Hamburg Germany 8755 km
- Santos Brazil 18900 km
- Durban South Africa 12540 km
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