Yokohama Port Tracker
Port of Yokohama · Japan · UN/LOCODE JPYOK
Live Yokohama port congestion tracker. Vessel wait times in Tokyo Bay, berth occupancy, and delay data. Updated every 5 minutes from AIS.
About Port of Yokohama
Port of Yokohama is Japan's second-largest container port and one of the busiest in the Asia-Pacific region, handling over 3 million TEUs annually. Located in Tokyo Bay, it serves as a critical hub for Japanese automotive, electronics, and consumer goods exports.
Strengths
- Part of the Keihin industrial zone — one of Japan's largest manufacturing, automotive, and export hubs
- Dedicated RoRo terminals for vehicle exports, reflecting Japan's dominant position in global automotive trade
- Proximity to Tokyo's consumer market and world-class logistics infrastructure
- Reliable, highly organised port operations consistent with Japanese industrial standards
Operational challenges
- Tokyo Bay approach is shared with the Port of Tokyo and Kawasaki, creating channel congestion during peak periods
- Smaller scale than Asia's mega-ports limits the frequency of direct deep-sea service calls
- Competes with Kobe and Osaka for cargo destined for western Japan, which can fragment services
Frequently asked questions about Port of Yokohama
What is the vessel waiting time at Yokohama port?
Container ships at Yokohama typically wait 12–36 hours at anchor. The port shares Tokyo Bay with the Port of Tokyo, and during busy periods inbound vessel queues extend into the bay.
What cargo does Yokohama port handle?
Yokohama is a major hub for Japanese automotive exports (vehicles and parts), electronics, and general consumer goods. The Honmoku and Minami-Honmoku container terminals handle deep-sea container traffic.
What is the JPYOK port code?
JPYOK is the UN/LOCODE identifier for the Port of Yokohama, Japan. It is used in shipping documentation, AIS vessel destination fields, and port EDI systems to identify Yokohama as a port of call.