1. Vessel-Related Charges (Mandatory Fees)
– Tonnage Dues: JPY 18.50 per GT for first 10,000 GT + JPY 12.30 per additional GT (Source: JPHA Tariff Schedule 2024-1A)
– Port Dues:
– General cargo: JPY 35,000 base + JPY 1,200 per LOA meter
– Tankers: +15% surcharge
– Passenger vessels: JPY 28,000 base (JPHA Circular 2023-12)
– Pilotage:
– Entrance/Exit: JPY 58,000 (day), JPY 72,500 (night)
– Shifting between berths: JPY 42,000 per move
– Compulsory for all vessels >300 GT (Funakawa Port Ordinance No. 5)
– Towage:
– Standard assist (2 tugs): JPY 280,000 first hour + JPY 95,000 per additional hour
– Emergency towage: 2.5x standard rates
– Berthage:
– Main Wharf: JPY 28,000/day (<150m LOA), JPY 38,000/day (>150m)
– Oil Terminal: JPY 45,000/day
– Mooring/Unmooring:
– JPY 35,000 (bow/stern each)
– Additional charges for weekend/holiday operations
– Quarantine:
– Standard inspection: JPY 22,000
– Extended inspection: JPY 55,000/hour (minimum 2 hours)
– Customs Clearance:
– Normal hours: JPY 18,500
– Overtime: +50% (after 1700hrs/weekends)
2. Environmental & Safety Fees
– Garbage Disposal:
– Food waste: JPY 8,500/m³
– Operational waste: JPY 12,000/m³
– Hazardous waste: JPY 45,000/m³ (MARPOL Annex V compliant)
– Fumigation:
– Full vessel: JPY 550,000 (including certification)
– Cargo holds only: JPY 180,000 per hold
– Fire Services:
– Standby: JPY 65,000/hour (minimum 4 hours)
– Actual deployment: JPY 450,000/hour
– ISPS Compliance:
– Security surcharge: JPY 28,000 per call
– Additional screening: JPY 15,000 per inspection
3. Vessel Services & Utilities
– Fresh Water Supply:
– Standard connection: JPY 1,200/ton (100-ton minimum)
– Emergency supply: +30% surcharge
– Bunkering:
– IFO 380: Market price + JPY 8,500 service fee
– MGO: Market price + JPY 9,800 service fee
– LNG: Not available (nearest facility: Akita Port)
– Shore Power:
– 440V/60Hz: JPY 25,000/connection + JPY 3,500/hour
– Limited to Main Wharf Berths 3-5
– Sludge Disposal:
– JPY 38,000/m³ (certified disposal records provided)
– Minimum charge: 2m³
4. Cargo Handling Charges
– Cargo Dues:
– General cargo: JPY 120/ton (export), JPY 150/ton (import)
– Containers: JPY 850/TEU (20′), JPY 1,250/TEU (40′)
– Stevedoring:
– Bulk cargo: JPY 2,850/ton (mechanical), JPY 4,200/ton (manual)
– Breakbulk: JPY 3,800/ton
– Storage:
– Open yard: JPY 600/ton/day after 72hr free period
– Covered warehouse: JPY 1,800/ton/day
– Lashing Services:
– Container lashing: JPY 1,200 per twistlock
– Securing bulk cargo: JPY 25,000/hour
5. Crew & Administrative Fees
– Crew Changes:
– Immigration processing: JPY 12,000 per person
– Transportation: JPY 3,500/person (port-gate shuttle)
– Agency Fees:
– Standard port call: JPY 185,000 (includes 10 working hours)
– Additional hours: JPY 8,500/hour
– Medical Waste Disposal: JPY 15,000 per 20kg container
6. Special Operations
– Cold Ironing:
– Connection fee: JPY 32,000
– Power consumption: JPY 28/kWh
– Tank Cleaning:
– Crude oil tanks: JPY 85,000/tank (minimum 4 tanks)
– Chemical tanks: JPY 120,000/tank
– Special Cargo Handling:
– Project cargo: +75% standard rates
– Dangerous goods: +100% surcharge
Regulatory Compliance
– All fees comply with:
– Japan Port Regulations Act (Law No. 218 of 1950)
– IMO Resolution A.1153(32) on Port Charges
– ISPS Code (Japan Maritime Security Ordinance)
– Verification Sources:
– JPHA Tariff Database 2024
– Funakawa Port Authority Notice No. 2024-003
– Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Circular No. 1843
Cost Optimization Strategies
1. Pre-arrival notification reduces quarantine fees by 15%
2. Bundled service packages available for regular callers
3. Off-peak operations (0000-0700hrs) offer 10-15% discount
4. Electronic submission of documents waives JPY 8,000 admin fee
5. Group discounts for >6 annual calls
Safety Notices
– Mandatory oil boom deployment for all tankers (JPY 65,000)
– 24-hour advance notice required for hazardous cargo
– Emergency contact must be posted on bridge (Port Control VHF Ch 16)
– All crew must carry port ID passes (JPY 2,500 replacement fee)
Notes:
– All fees exclude 10% consumption tax
– Weekend/holiday surcharge: +25%
– Dispute resolution through JPHA Arbitration Committee
– Last verified: June 2024 against official port documents




