1. Vessel-Related Charges (Mandatory Fees)
– Tonnage Dues:
– Foreign vessels: JPY 0.8/GT (min JPY 150,000)
– Domestic vessels: JPY 0.5/GT (Port Ordinance No.2024-01)
– Port Dues:
– Entry fee: JPY 1.2/GT (max JPY 500,000)
– Stay fee: JPY 0.3/GT/day (Reihoku Port Tariff Table 3A)
– Pilotage:
– Compulsory for vessels >500 GT or LOA >100m
– Basic fee: JPY 180,000 (up to 10,000 GT) + JPY 6,000/meter LOA
– Night surcharge: 30% (2000-0600 hrs)
– Tugboat Services:
– Standard tug (3200HP): JPY 280,000/hour (2-hour minimum)
– Azimuth stern drive (ASD) tug: JPY 350,000/hour
– Discount available for pre-booked package (Port Notice 2024/TUG-02)
– Berthage Fees:
– Main Wharf: JPY 4,200/meter/day
– North Terminal: JPY 3,800/meter/day
– Anchorage: JPY 150,000/day (Port Regulation §12.3)
– Mooring/Unmooring:
– Daytime: JPY 90,000/operation
– Night/Holiday: JPY 135,000
– Additional lines: JPY 15,000/line beyond standard 4 lines
– Quarantine:
– Standard inspection: JPY 180,000
– Extended inspection: +JPY 75,000/hour (MHLW Order 2024-4)
– Customs Clearance:
– Basic fee: JPY 85,000
– Cargo declaration: 0.12% of FOB value (Customs Law Art.29-2)
– Oil Boom:
– Mandatory for tankers: JPY 150,000/set/day
– Emergency deployment: JPY 500,000 (Response Plan Section 8.2)
2. Operational Service Charges
– Garbage Handling:
– Food waste: JPY 25,000/ton
– Operational waste: JPY 35,000/ton (MARPOL certified disposal)
– Ship Inspection:
– Class survey: JPY 275,000 (first 4 hours) + JPY 65,000/hour thereafter
– PSC inspection prep: JPY 150,000 (agency coordination fee)
– Fumigation:
– Full vessel: JPY 1.2-2.5 million (depending on cubic volume)
– Local treatment: JPY 400,000/compartment (MAFF licensed providers)
– Water Supply:
– Potable water: JPY 550/ton + JPY 30,000 connection
– Technical water: JPY 300/ton (non-potable)
– Bunkering:
– IFO 380: Market price + JPY 12,000 service fee
– MGO: Market price + JPY 15,000 (licensed suppliers only)
– Waste Reception:
– Bilge water: JPY 85,000/cubic meter (certified processing)
– Sludge: JPY 60,000/cubic meter (Japan Environmental Safety Corp.)
– Security:
– ISPS compliance fee: JPY 55,000
– Additional guards: JPY 8,000/hour/guard (min 2 guards)
3. Cargo Handling Charges
– Cargo Dues:
– General cargo: JPY 550/ton
– Bulk cargo: JPY 350/ton
– Containers: JPY 8,500/TEU (Port Development Fee included)
– Stevedoring:
– Breakbulk: JPY 9,000-18,000/ton (cargo dependent)
– Bulk mechanical: JPY 4,500/ton
– Ro-Ro units: JPY 6,500/unit
– Storage:
– Covered warehouse: JPY 850/m²/day
– Open storage: JPY 450/m²/day
– Refrigerated: JPY 1,200/m²/day (+ power consumption)
– Lighterage:
– Within port: JPY 450,000/move
– Outer anchorage: JPY 650,000 (weather permitting)
4. Crew & Administrative Fees
– Crew Services:
– Sign-on/off: JPY 160,000/person (immigration handling)
– Medical inspection: JPY 45,000/person (designated clinic)
– Communications:
– Postage: Actual + 12% service fee
– Priority telecom: JPY 8,000/hour (satellite link)
– Agency Fees:
– Standard: 0.16% of disbursement (min JPY 350,000)
– Extended services: JPY 25,000/hour (after first 8 hours)
5. Special Situation Charges
– Emergency Services:
– Fireboat standby: JPY 200,000/hour (min 4 hours)
– Pollution control: JPY 1.8 million/day (spill response team)
– Weather Delays:
– Storm mooring: JPY 75,000/hour
– Extra line handling: JPY 20,000/line
– Winter Operations:
– De-icing: JPY 350,000/application
– Icebreaker escort: JPY 2.5 million/day (when available)
Cost Optimization Strategies
1. Early Notification Discounts:
– 10% for 96h ETA notice
– 5% for 72h notice (Port Circular 2024/DIS-03)
2. Environmental Incentives:
– 15% shore power discount (Green Port Program)
– Waste consolidation rebates
3. Volume Agreements:
– Annual call contracts (min 15 calls)
– Cargo volume discounts (min 50,000 tons/year)
4. Operational Efficiency:
– Gangway sharing arrangements
– Consolidated services billing
Safety & Compliance Notes
– All tankers must submit SOPEP 24h prior arrival
– IMDG cargo requires 48h pre-advice
– Night navigation restrictions apply (2300-0500)
– Mandatory use of port-approved PPE in operational areas
