1. Vessel-Related Charges (Mandatory Fees)
– Tonnage Dues:
– International vessels: JPY 18-52/GT (2024 tariff under Japan Port and Harbor Law Article 24)
– Domestic vessels: 15% discount on international rates
– Minimum charge: JPY 50,000 per call
– Port Dues:
– Base fee: JPY 12,000-35,000 (vessels <10,000GT) – Surcharge: +JPY 5,000/1,000GT above 10,000GT – Discounts: 20% for coastal shipping, 10% for regular liners – Pilotage: – Compulsory for vessels >3,000GT (Maritime Safety Law Article 33)
– Daytime: JPY 55,000-160,000
– Nighttime (2000-0600): +30% surcharge
– Cancellation fee: 50% if <12h notice
– Towage:
– Standard vessels: JPY 220,000-550,000 first 2 hours
– VLCC/ULCC: +40% premium
– Emergency towage: 3x standard rate
– Berth Hire:
– Commercial berths: JPY 110,000-320,000/day
– Dedicated terminals: +25% premium
– Overtime: +75% after 1800h
– Mooring/Unmooring:
– Standard operation: JPY 25,000-60,000
– Additional lines beyond 4: JPY 5,000/line
– Emergency unmooring: 2x standard rate
2. Safety & Environmental Compliance
– Oil Boom:
– Minimum deployment time: 4 hours (JPY 120,000-350,000)
– Additional time: JPY 30,000/hour
– Non-compliance fine: Up to JPY 5,000,000 (Pollution Prevention Law)
– Fire Services:
– Standby crew: JPY 60,000-250,000/hour
– Actual deployment: JPY 500,000+ (minimum 2 hours)
– Special chemicals response: +100% surcharge
– ISPS Security:
– Level 1: JPY 25,000-60,000
– Level 2: 2x Level 1 rate
– Armed guards: JPY 15,000/hour per guard
3. Cargo Operations
– Container Handling:
– Full containers: JPY 800-3,000/TEU
– Empty containers: 60% of full rate
– Reefer monitoring: JPY 1,500/day
– Bulk Cargo:
– Loading/unloading: JPY 600-2,500/ton
– Trim requirements: JPY 60,000-220,000/day
– Dust suppression: JPY 20,000/hour
– Dangerous Goods:
– Class 1 explosives: +300% surcharge
– Class 3-8: +100-200% surcharge
– Special handling permits: JPY 50,000-150,000
4. Crew & Support Services
– Medical Services:
– Doctor visit: JPY 35,000-80,000
– Ambulance: JPY 25,000-60,000
– COVID testing: JPY 15,000/person
– Crew Changes:
– Immigration processing: JPY 8,000/person
– Transportation: JPY 12,000-30,000/person
– Hotel quarantine: JPY 15,000-25,000/night
5. Utility Services
– Bunkering:
– Delivery rate: JPY 50,000-120,000
– Sampling fee: JPY 15,000-30,000
– BDN processing: JPY 5,000/document
– Fresh Water:
– Minimum order: 50 tons
– Bacterial test: JPY 12,000/sample
– Emergency delivery: +50% surcharge
6. Regulatory References
– Primary Legislation:
– Port Regulation Law (Law No. 218 of 1950)
– Maritime Safety Law (Law No. 136 of 1948)
– ISPS Code Implementation Ordinance
– Fee Structures:
– Ministry of Land, Infrastructure Notice No. 1356
– Japan Port Association Tariff Guide 2024
– Hibi Port Local Regulations (2023 Revision)
7. Operational Advisory
– Required Documents:
– Tonnage Certificate (original)
– ISSC Certificate (copy)
– P&I Club Certificate
– Cost Saving Tips:
– Submit pre-arrival forms 72h in advance
– Combine waste disposal operations
– Request consolidated billing
– Emergency Contacts:
– Port Control: VHF CH 16/12
– Coast Guard
