Publishing

We publish magazines and books related to maritime affairs : information magazines covering the latest industry trends, English-language quarterly magazines for non-Japanese seafarers, magazines specializing in maritime law, and other useful materials for practical use.
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Monthly Magazine “KAIUN” (Japanese only)
KAIUN is the only monthly magazine covering all aspects of the maritime industry in Japan. It provides high quality information, combining standard themes and new themes that reflect changes in the economic and social environment. The magazine covers various maritime fields closely related to business operations, analysis of shipping market conditions, and commentary on treaties and regulations, etc.

English quarterly magazine “THE MARINERS’ DIGEST”
THE MARINERS’DIGEST is an English-language magazine for non-Japanese seafarers working in the Japanese merchant fleet. The contents include the latest information related to shipping, ship operations, and safety management. The magazine also features articles that are useful for maintaining good health, as well as traditional Japanese culture and trends, making it an enjoyable read.

“Maritime Law Review” (KAIJIHO KENKYU KAISHI) (Japanese only)
This is a journal of maritime law based on the activities of the Japan Shipping Exchange as a maritime arbitration organization and a standard form formulator. It contains maritime precedents, maritime arbitration decisions, articles, and transcripts of lectures.

“Nihon Senpaku Meisaisho, Senpaku Meisaisho CD-ROM” (REGISTER OF JAPANESE SHIPS, REGISTER OF JAPANESE SHIPS CD-ROM) (Japanese only)
The books(two volumes) are the lists of information on approximately 6,800 Japanese-flagged vessels by gross tonnage as of June 30 of each year.
The register has vessel information not only based on the registration certificates of the Japanese governmentbut also includes originally researched one.
The CD-ROM is also available for searching and printing all data of the two books.

Research Material (Japanese only)
This is a book edited by NYK Line Research Group, published annually.
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“Outlook for the Dry-Bulk and Tanker Shipping Markets”.
Research material on dry bulk and crude oil ocean cargo movements and the outlook for shipping capacity supply and demand.
“Sekaino Kontenayusoto Shukojyokyo”. (Global Container Transportation and Service Status)
Research material on ocean cargo movements of container vessels and the outlook for shipping capacity supply and demand.

Voyage Distance Tables
This book serves as a reference for calculating distances between ports in Japan or around the world.
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“DISTANCE TABLES FOR WORLD SHIPPING (EIGHTH EDITION)”
“Naiko Kyorihyo (simplified version)” with distance charts (Japanese only)


Books Related with Shipping Practice
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“Maritime Economics Third edition”
Martin Stopford, a leading shipping economist, provides an overview of maritime economics.
Written by Martin Stopford, edited and translated by Japan Maritime Center.
“Senpakuyushi Torihikino Jitsumu” (Ship Financing Transaction Practices) (All editions) (Japanese only)
This guide is intended to provide practical guidance for those involved in ship financing transactions.
Katsuhisa Seno / Author

“Books related to contract forms “(Japanese only)
A collection of 53 maritime-related contract forms draft, promulgate and adopted by JSE for use in transactions, or to deepen understanding of other forms.

Overseas Books
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“Admiralty and Maritime Law”
This is a translation of the book “Admiralty and Maritime Law” (2004) written by Professor Robert Force of Tulane Law School. It provides a systematic explanation of U.S. maritime law.
Written by Robert Force.
Currently not published

“Kaiji Kanren Gyosha Yoran” (Japanese only)
This publication contains detailed company profiles and other information on approximately 2,000 maritime-related companies, including shipping lines, shipping brokers and agents, port transport, warehousing, shipbuilding and marine equipment, non-life insurance, petroleum, trading, steel, finance, related organizations, and government agencies.
Latest issue: October 1, 2021

“WaveLength”
WaveLength is an English-language public relations magazine for reporting to the international community on maritime activities in Japan, especially legislation and the arbitration system. It also includes commentary on Anglo-American law.
Latest: March 2019 issue
Business Overview

Arbitration
As the only permanent maritime arbitration institution in Japan, it settles various maritime disputes.

Contract Forms
“Documentary Committee” enacts various standard contract forms in Japanese, and the forms are sold by JSE.

Appraisal
In addition to appraisals of domestic and ocean-going merchant vessels, JSE provides appraisals and certifications for all maritime transactions.

Courses and Seminars
JSE provides training courses and educational seminars to support the development of human resources in the maritime community.

Publishing
JSE distributes a variety of information on maritime affairs through the monthly magazine “KAIUN” and other publications.