Japan

Port of Osaka (JP OSA)

Japan
Also known as: Sakai
Port of Osaka, Japan © 柏翰 / ポーハン / POHAN's photos · CC BY 2.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE JP OSA
Coordinates 34.6500, 135.4333 (34°39′N 135°26′E)
Region JP-27
Nearest city Ōsaka
Body of water Sea of Japan; North Pacific Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Good
Tidal range 1 m
Channel depth 11 m
Anchorage depth 15.5 m
Cargo pier depth 14 m
Oil terminal depth 6.4 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
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #84
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 397.54

Located in Japan, the port of Osaka serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Osaka has a Large harbor of the Coastal, breakwater type. Ships approaching Osaka work with a channel depth of 11.0 m. Ōsaka is the nearest city to Osaka, linking the port to inland markets.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Osaka located?
Osaka is a seaport in Japan, near Ōsaka.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Osaka?
The UN/LOCODE for Osaka is JP OSA.
What is the channel depth at Osaka?
The channel depth at Osaka is 11 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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