National RegistryISO: JP
Japan Ship Registry
Detailed registry intelligence and port state control performance records.
The maritime flag of Japan is classified as a National Registry. In port state control records, it currently holds a White List status on the Paris MoU and a White List status on the Tokyo MoU. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) classifies vessels registered here under the Qualship 21 category.
Port State Control Performance
Paris MoU
European and North Atlantic region
White List
Tokyo MoU
Asia-Pacific region
White List
USCG Status
United States Coast Guard
Qualship 21
⚓ Registration Type
Japan operates as a National Registry.
National registries generally require ships to be owned by citizens or companies of that country, and often require crews to be nationals of the state.