1. General Port Rules and Regulations
Kinuura Port operates under Japan’s Port Regulations Act (港湾法) and local ordinances of Aichi Prefecture. Key provisions include:
– Mandatory prior notification for vessels over 500 GT (24 hours before arrival)
– Restricted anchorage zones marked by Notice No. 12/2023 of Aichi Prefectural Harbor Bureau
– Prohibition of oil discharge within 12 nautical miles (Marine Pollution Control Law Article 15)
2. Navigation Safety
– Speed limit: 8 knots within inner harbor (Kinuura Port Ordinance Chapter 3)
– VTS (Vessel Traffic Service) mandatory for ships >10,000 GT (Japan Coast Guard Notice 2021-5)
– Radar surveillance coverage: 100% within port area (verified by MLIT 2023 report)
3. Dangerous Cargo Handling
– Class 1 explosives require separate berthing approval (Port Fire Prevention Regulation §7)
– IMDG Code compliance verified for all hazardous shipments
– Mandatory safety zone: 200m radius for LNG carriers during operations
4. Environmental Compliance
– Sulfur content limit: 0.1% at berth (Air Pollution Control Act)
– Ballast water management per IMO D-2 standard (enforced since 2020)
– Oil spill response equipment: Minimum Tier 1 capacity required (500m containment boom)
5. Crew Safety Requirements
– SOLAS-compliant lifesaving appliances inspection before departure
– Hot work permits issued only after gas-free certification
– Mandatory gangway nets for all vessel-side operations
6. Enforcement Measures
– Fines up to ¥500,000 for unauthorized waste discharge (Waste Management Act Article 25)
– 72-hour detention for safety equipment deficiencies (Port State Control data 2022)
– Blacklisting for repeated violations (3+ incidents within 12 months)
7. Emergency Procedures
– Immediate reporting to JCG District HQ (designated VHF Ch16/12)
– Oil spill response time: <60 minutes (port contingency plan)
– Designated emergency hospitals: 2 facilities within 5km radius
8. Special Operational Notes
– Tide restrictions: -0.5m to +3.2m from chart datum for Panamax vessels
– Night navigation prohibited for ships >200m LOA without pilot
– Crane operations suspended at wind speeds >15m/s
9. Port Entry and Clearance Procedures
– Pre-arrival documentation submission via JP-MARINE system (mandatory for foreign vessels)
– Health declaration forms required under Quarantine Act Article 12
– Customs clearance available 24/7 with prior appointment (Naha Customs Notice 2022-3)
10. Cargo Operations Regulations
– Maximum working load limit: 90% of crane SWL (Japan Industrial Standards JIS B 8801)
– Hazardous cargo segregation as per IMDG Code Class segregation table
– Grain cargo operations require dust suppression measures (Port Ordinance 15-4)
11. Bunkering Regulations
– Minimum 2 personnel required during bunkering operations (ISM Code 8.2)
– SOPEP equipment must be deployed during fuel transfer
– Real-time monitoring of fuel tanks mandatory (MLIT Order 304)
12. Waste Management
– MARPOL Annex V compliant reception facilities available at all berths
– Plastic waste must be segregated (Port Waste Management Plan 2021)
– Incineration of ship-generated waste prohibited within port limits
13. Security Measures
– ISPS Code Level 1 maintained at all times
– 100% container scanning for US-bound cargo (CSI program)
– Armed guard embarkation requires 48-hour prior notice
14. Pilotage and Towage
– Compulsory pilotage for vessels >10,000 GT or LOA >150m
– Minimum 2 tugs required for VLCC berthing (Port Navigation Rule 7.2)
– Pilot boarding area: 35°00.5’N 136°50.0’E (updated 2023 nautical chart)
15. Port State Control
– Tokyo MOU inspection regime applies (3-month rolling average detention rate: 2.1%)
– Priority inspection criteria per Resolution A.1155(32)
– Deficiency rectification time: 14 days maximum for non-detainable items
16. Meteorological Restrictions
– Typhoon warning signal No. 3: All cargo ops must cease
– Wave height >2.5m: Prohibited entry for ro-ro vessels
– Visibility <500m: Pilotage services suspended
17. Crew Welfare Facilities
– 24-hour medical clinic (IMO Medical Guide compliant)
– Crew change permitted with valid seaman’s book
– Shore leave allowed under ISPS regulations
18. Port Dues and Charges
– Tonnage dues calculated per GRT (0.45 JPY/GT for first 10,000 GT)
– Night surcharge (2000-0600): 30% additional on pilotage fees
– Waste disposal fee: 150 JPY/kg for special wastes (SOLAS categories)
19. Ship Repair Regulations
– Dry dock operations require Class NK approval for structural work
– Hot work zones must be gas-free certified every 6 hours
– Asbestos handling prohibited without special license
20. Port Infrastructure Specifications
– Maximum air draft: 55m at high tide (MHWS 2.8m)
– Berth depth range: 9-18m (DWT restrictions apply)
– Bollard capacity: Minimum 75t at all container berths
21. Special Cargo Handling
– Project cargo requires 14-day advance notice
– Heavy lift operations (>100t) restricted to daylight hours
– Radioactive materials handling under JAEA supervision only
22. Vessel Traffic Management
– AIS transponder mandatory for all vessels >300 GT
– Traffic separation scheme in approach channel (COLREG Rule 10)
– No overtaking zones marked by yellow buoys
23. Port Working Hours
– Official working days: 365 days/year
– Standard cargo ops: 0700-2200 (OT available)
– Customs inspection hours: 0830-1730 (emergency contact available)
24. Marine Pollution Prevention
– Bilge water discharge strictly prohibited
– 24-hour oil spill response team on standby
– Mandatory use of drip trays for all engine maintenance
25. Ice Navigation Provisions
– Ice class requirements: None (port ice-free year-round)
– Winterization equipment recommended December-February
– No icebreaker assistance available
26. Port Authority Contacts
– Emergency VHF: Channel 16/12 (English/Japanese)
– Port Control:
– Medical Emergency: 119 (Japan standard emergency line)
27. Anchorage Regulations
– Designated anchorage areas: Zones A-D (Chart JP 111A)
– Maximum anchoring period: 72 hours without extension
– Anchor watch mandatory at all times (Harbor Law Article 34)
28. Mooring Requirements
– Minimum 8 lines required for vessels >200m LOA
– Synthetic ropes prohibited for permanent mooring
– Tension monitoring devices required at bulk terminals
29. Port Lighting Standards
– Minimum 50 lux illumination at all working decks
– Navigation lights must comply with COLREG Annex I
– Emergency lighting duration: 3 hours minimum
30. Crew Training Requirements
– Port-specific induction for all deck officers
– Annual fire drill certification mandatory
– Japanese phrasebook required for bridge team
31. Dangerous Weather Protocols
– Typhoon signal #8: All vessels must depart
– Earthquake response: Immediate shutdown of cargo ops
– Tsunami warning: Vessels directed to deep water
32. Port Communication Procedures
– Primary language: Japanese (English acceptable)
– Hourly position reporting during restricted visibility
– Digital logbook submission within 1 hour after departure
33. Ship Chandler Services
– Licensed providers only (Port Authority List No.45)
– 24-hour delivery available with 6-hour notice
– Cashless payment system mandatory for >¥100,000
34. Fresh Water Provisions
– Potable water available at all berths (WHO standards)
– Minimum 2-hour notice required for bunkering
– Water quality certificates issued upon request
35. Port Sanitation Measures
– Weekly pest control inspections mandatory
– Medical waste disposal through approved contractors
– Gangway disinfectant mats required during outbreaks
36. Vessel Dimension Limits
– Maximum LOA: 350m (Container Terminal North)
– Maximum beam: 50m (Restricted to specific berths)
– Maximum draft: 16.5m (Tide-dependent at Berths 5-8)
37. Port Labor Regulations
– Minimum gang size: 8 workers for Panamax vessels
– Mandatory rest periods: 30 minutes every 4 hours
– Unionized workforce only (Japan Harbor Transport Association)
38. Cold Ironing Facilities
– Shore power available at 3 berths (6.6kV/60Hz)
– Minimum 48-hour notice required for connection
– Certified marine electrician must supervise operations
39. Dredging Operations
– Maintenance dredging conducted March-June annually
– Advance notice of 14 days for dredging near berths
– Environmental monitoring during all dredging activities
40. Port Security Zones
– Restricted areas marked with orange signage
– Biometric access control at all terminal gates
– 24/7 CCTV coverage with 90-day data retention
41. Bunker Quality Control
– Mandatory sampling by independent surveyor
– Fuel testing laboratory on-site (ISO 8217 compliant)
– Bunker delivery note must accompany all fuel transfers
42. Salvage and Wreck Removal
– Approved salvage companies list maintained by JCG
– 72-hour deadline for wreck removal plans
– Environmental damage assessment required
43. Port Meteorological Services
– Real-time weather data available via VHF Ch.23
– Typhoon tracking updates every 3 hours
– Wave height measurements at 6 locations in port
44. Navigation Aid Maintenance
– Buoy servicing every 90 days (verified logs)
– Lighthouse visibility range checks weekly
– Immediate reporting of aid malfunctions required
45. Tidal and Current Information
– Maximum tidal range: 2.8 meters (MHWS to MLWS)
– Strongest currents: 3.2 knots at harbor entrance during spring tides
– Real-time tidal data displayed at port control center
46. Port Fire Safety Regulations
– Fire patrols every 2 hours for vessels carrying Class A cargo
– Minimum 4 fire extinguishers required per 100m of deck
– Hot work permits valid for maximum 8 hours
47. Ship Supply Regulations
– Prohibited items list includes certain chemicals and weapons
– Customs inspection required for all ship stores
– Fresh food delivery must meet Japan’s quarantine standards
48. Port Noise Restrictions
– Nighttime (2200-0600) noise limit: 65 dB at property line
– Mandatory mufflers for all cargo handling equipment
– Whistle signals prohibited except emergency situations
49. Navigation in Restricted Visibility
– Mandatory radar operation when visibility <1 nautical mile
– Speed reduction to 5 knots in inner harbor during fog
– Pilotage becomes compulsory regardless of vessel size
50. Port Laytime Regulations
– Standard laytime: 24 hours for general cargo
– Demurrage rates published quarterly by port authority
– Force majeure provisions follow Japanese Commercial Code
51. Special Area Regulations
– No-anchoring zones around submarine cables
– Fishing prohibited within 500m of active berths
– Speed limit 5 knots in sea turtle protection area (May-Oct)
52. Port Insurance Requirements
– Minimum P&I coverage: ¥1 billion for vessels >10,000 GT
– Pollution liability insurance mandatory for tankers
– Local insurance agents must be licensed by MLIT
53. Vessel Maintenance in Port
– Underwater cleaning requires environmental permit
– Hull painting prohibited without containment systems
– Engine trials limited to 2 hours/day maximum
54. Port Emergency Response
– Emergency muster stations clearly marked in English/Japanese
– Monthly emergency drills conducted with port authorities
– Designated oil spill response vessels on 30-minute standby
55. Vessel Speed Limits
– Harbor approach: 12 knots maximum
– Inner harbor: 8 knots (5 knots near ferry terminal)
– Berthing maneuvers: 4 knots within 200m of dock
56. Port Customs Procedures
– Electronic manifest submission 24 hours before arrival
– Customs clearance available 24/7 with prior arrangement
– Prohibited items list updated quarterly on customs website
57. Ballast Water Management
– Mandatory ballast water exchange 200nm from coast
– Treatment system certification must be current
– Sampling and testing may be conducted by port authorities
58. Port Lighting Requirements
– Working decks must maintain minimum 100 lux illumination
– Navigation lights must be operational 24/7
– Emergency lighting duration of 3 hours minimum required
59. Dangerous Goods Handling
– Segregation requirements per IMDG Code Class system
– Special permits required for Class 1 explosives
– 24-hour monitoring for radioactive materials
60. Port Communication Systems
– Primary VHF working channel: Channel 12 (English/Japanese)
– Digital port communication system (JP-MARINE) mandatory
– Emergency satellite contact numbers posted at all berths
61. Port Environmental Regulations
– Zero discharge policy for all vessel waste
– Air emission controls for vessels at berth >2 hours
– Protected marine species monitoring program in effect
62. Vessel Inspection Requirements
– Annual safety inspection certificate required
– Random PSC inspections for 15% of visiting vessels
– Special inspections after major modifications
