Japan

Port of Osaka (JP OSA)

UN/LOCODE
JP OSA
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
11 m
Nearest city
Ōsaka
Body of water
Sea of Japan; North Pacific Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Japan
Port of Osaka, Japan © 柏翰 / ポーハン / POHAN's photos · CC BY 2.0
Port information
Region
JP-27
Also known as
Sakai
Coordinates
34.6500, 135.4333 (34°39′N 135°26′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
1 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 Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Container Oil terminal
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
#84
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #84
397.54
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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