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Port of Chiba

JPCHB🇯🇵JP

The Port of Chiba (JPCHB) is a maritime port facility located in JP.. Local time zone: UTC+9.

Position: 35.5947°N, 140.1040°E. UN/LOCODE: JPCHB.

Geographic context: The Port of Chiba is situated on the Sea of Japan, within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

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Port Name
Chiba
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPCHB
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
35.5947°
Longitude
140.1040°
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How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Chiba?+
The approach to Chiba is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Chiba Lighthouse at 3.3 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Cosmo Sekiyu Seaberth (4.1 NM SW), Keiyo Seaberth (9.6 NM WSW), Tōkyō (13.6 NM W), Tōkyō East Passage (Tōkyō Gate) West Breakwater (13.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Chiba?+
The Port of Chiba is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Chiba?+
You can track vessels near Chiba (JPCHB) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for JPCHB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Chiba?+
The Port of Chiba operates in the UTC+9 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.