Port of Fukuyama, Hiroshima

Strategically positioned on the eastern coast of Hiroshima Prefecture facing the Seto Inland Sea, Fukuyama (UN/LOCODE: JPFKY) functions as a pivotal industrial and logistics hub within Japan’s Chugoku region. Operating under the Asia/Tokyo timezone (UTC+9) at coordinates 34.4858993°N, 133.3623127°E, the port complex supports diverse cargo operations including steel, automotive parts, chemical products, and general breakbulk, underpinning the heavy manufacturing base of the Bingo area. Its protected waterways and extensive berth facilities accommodate Panamax-class vessels, facilitating efficient feeder connections to major Asian gateways. Continuous infrastructure modernization enhances throughput capacity, reinforcing Fukuyama’s critical role in regional supply chain resilience and maritime commerce.