Japan

Port of Kobe (JP UKB)

UN/LOCODE
JP UKB
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
14 m
Nearest city
Kōbe
Body of water
Sea of Japan; North Pacific Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Japan
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Port information
Region
JP-28
Coordinates
34.6500, 135.1833 (34°39′N 135°11′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
2 m
Anchorage depth
15.5 m
Cargo pier depth
14 m
Oil terminal depth
14 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Large Marine railway (slipway): Small Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Container Mediterranean mooring Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies
Ratings
#10
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #10
542.13
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 542.13

Kobe operates as a working harbor in Japan, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Large harbor laid out as Open roadstead sets the scale of operations at Kobe. Draft at the approach to Kobe is constrained by a 14.0 m channel depth. Cargo moving through Kobe typically connects onward through Kōbe.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Kobe located?
Kobe is a seaport in Japan, near Kōbe.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Kobe?
The UN/LOCODE for Kobe is JP UKB.
What is the channel depth at Kobe?
The channel depth at Kobe is 14 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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