1. Vessel-Related Charges (Safety-Critical Items Marked *)
– *Tonnage Dues: ¥3.20/GT for first 10,000 GT, ¥2.80/GT thereafter (JPHA Circular No.2024-03). Foreign vessels +15% surcharge.
– *Port Dues: ¥18,000 base fee + ¥0.85/GT (cargo ships), ¥12,000 + ¥0.60/GT (passenger ships). 24hr validity.
– *Pilotage: ¥42,000 (day) / ¥63,000 (night) for vessels <20,000 GT. Additional ¥8,500 per mile beyond 5nm boarding radius. – *Towage: ¥85,000/hour (2 tug minimum) with 4-hour advance notice requirement (Japan Tugboat Association Standard Contract). – *Berthage: ¥1,200/meter/day (commercial), ¥800/meter/day (fishing). Emergency berthing +50% surcharge. – *Mooring: ¥25,000 first 4 lines, ¥5,000/additional line. Synthetic ropes require certified shackles (ClassNK approval). – Light Dues: 0.025% of vessel value annually (collected via JPHA consolidated billing). – *Quarantine: ¥56,000 base inspection (Japan Quarantine Service Notice 2024-1). Vessel sanitation certificates must accompany request. – Customs Clearance: ¥32,000 per declaration (Ministry of Finance Ordinance 59). E-filing reduces to ¥28,000. – Barge Hire: ¥150,000/day or ¥45,000/hour (200DWT capacity standard). Fuel surcharge applies if bunker price >¥120/liter.
– *Hatch Operations: ¥12,000/hatch (standard), ¥18,000/hatch (refrigerated). Requires certified stevedores.
– *Trimming: ¥6,500/man-hour (minimum 4 workers). Dust suppression measures mandatory for bulk cargo.
– *Oil Boom: ¥75,000 setup + ¥25,000/day. Must deploy within 1 hour of tanker arrival (ISGOTT Ch.16 compliance).
2. Service Charges (MARPOL Compliance Items Marked #)
– #Garbage: ¥8,500/m³ (general), ¥12,000/m³ (plastic). Receipts must specify disposal method per Annex V.
– Survey: ¥150,000/day (ClassNK surveyor), ¥180,000 (international inspectors). Includes draft survey.
– #Fumigation: ¥320,000 (standard 24hr treatment). PH3 monitoring equipment must remain onboard.
– Crew Boat: ¥25,000/hour (6pax max). Lifejackets provided per SOLAS requirements.
– *Fire Watch: ¥65,000/hour (fireboat standby). Hot work permits require 4-hour notice.
– ISPS: ¥280,000 annual fee + ¥15,000 per additional security inspection (MSA Ordinance 28).
– *Water: ¥350/ton + ¥8,000 hose rental. Potability certificate available (¥5,000 extra).
– Bunkering: Platts JM + ¥3,500/ton delivery premium. Mass flow meters mandatory.
– Shore Power: ¥85/kWh + ¥20,000 connection fee. 440V/60Hz only.
– #Sludge: ¥45,000/ton (processing certificate issued). No mixing with bilge water permitted.
– Sundries: Capped at 5% of total account (JSMEA Rule 12-4). Itemized receipts required.
3. Agency & Crew Welfare
– Agency Fee: 0.25% of freight (minimum ¥250,000). Includes ISPS documentation.
– Tallying: ¥0.80/ton (bulk), ¥350/TEU. Independent verification available.
– Crew Costs:
– Cash Advance: 1.5% fee (max ¥50,000). Requires master’s declaration.
– Medical: ¥35,000 base clinic visit. Emergency transport to Toyama Hospital ¥280,000.
– Shore Leave: Free within port perimeter. Escort required after 2200hrs.
4. Cargo Operations (Dangerous Goods Marked !)
– Cargo Dues: ¥3.50/ton (export), ¥4.20/ton (import). !DG cargo +100% surcharge.
– Handling:
– Containers: ¥2,800/TEU (standard), ¥4,200/reefer.
– Breakbulk: ¥850/ton (min 20ton lot).
– !IMDG: ¥6,500/ton (requires specialist team).
– Storage:
– Warehouse: ¥850/m²/day (first 3 days free).
– Yard: ¥450/m²/day. !DG storage in designated zone only.
– Lighterage: ¥12,000/ton (min 10ton). Weather delays >2hrs incur ¥85,000/hr demurrage.
5. Special Circumstances
– Ice Breaking: ¥450,000/day (JCG certified icebreaker). Requires 72hr notice.
– Salvage: Daily rates negotiable (Japan Salvage Association scale applies).
– Pollution Control: ¥1.2 million deposit required for tankers >20,000DWT.
6. Cost Optimization Protocols
– Pre-arrival:
– Submit ETA 96hrs in advance for 5% dues discount.
– Pre-clear medical waste documentation saves ¥25,000.
– Operations:
– Shared tug services available for vessels <150m LOA (30% savings).
– Night cargo operations prohibited (2200-0600) except for perishables.
– Compliance:
– Maintain valid PSC inspection reports to avoid additional checks.
– Crew training certificates reduce quarantine inspection time.
Safety Notices
– Mooring lines must withstand 60% MBL (ClassNK STD-001)
– All tankers require closed loading procedures
– Crew must wear high-visibility vests during operations
