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UNLOCODEJP MII
CountryJapan
Water BodyEast China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
SizeSmall
TypeCoastal (Breakwater)
Channel Depth6.4 m
Lat33.0000
Lng130.4167
Classificationindustrial_20260906
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About This Seaport
A tidal lock modelled on the Panama Canal sets Miike Ko apart from any other Japanese port, holding water levels steady against the wide tidal range of the Ariake Sea so that vessels stay afloat alongside the quay. Built in 1908 to ship coal from the adjacent Miike mine, the basin was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2015 as part of Japan's Meiji industrial heritage. Since the mine closed in 1997 the facility has operated as a public port, serving the chemical and manufacturing plants of the Omuta–Arao industrial belt with bulk and breakbulk cargo. With a channel of about 6.4 m and a cargo pier near 9.4 m, it handles limestone, coal for local industry and general goods rather than scheduled container lines. Forwarders moving boxed freight in northern Kyushu route through Hakata or Kitakyushu (Moji), which offer full container terminals and deep-sea connections. Miike's value today is as a specialised industrial port with limited but genuine relevance for cargo tied to the surrounding works.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Miike Ko?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Miike Ko is JP MII. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Miike Ko located?▼
The port of Miike Ko is located in Japan (East China Sea; North Pacific Ocean).
What is the size of the port Miike Ko?▼
Miike Ko is a Small harbor of type Coastal (Breakwater).
What is the channel depth of Miike Ko?▼
The channel depth of Miike Ko is 6.4 meters.
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33.00000, 130.41667
Channel depth: 6.4 m
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