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Port of Chigasaki

JPCHG🇯🇵Japan

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About Port of Chigasaki

Also known as: Hiratsuka Gyoko, Hiratsuka Gyokō, Shin Ko, Shin Kō, ping zhong yu gang, xin gang

Chigasaki is a harbor located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Established in 1947, it serves as a port facility.

Background
Chigasaki is a city located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 June 2021, the city had an estimated population of 242,798 and a population density of 6800 people per km2. The total area of the city is 35.71 square kilometres (13.79 sq mi).

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Elevation
1m

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History

Established
1947

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UN/LOCODE
JPCHG
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
JP-14
Area
Japan Coast
Latitude
35.3137°
Longitude
139.3973°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
10420135 →
Wikidata
Q633911 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.city.chigasaki.kanagawa.jp →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Chigasaki?

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The approach to Chigasaki is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ōiso Kō Lighthouse at 3.8 NM to the W. Other aids include Eno Shima (4.1 NM ESE), Syonan (4.5 NM E), Hayama Kō (8.4 NM ESE), Hayama (8.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Chigasaki?

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The Port of Chigasaki 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 Chigasaki?

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You can track vessels near Chigasaki (JPCHG) 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 JPCHG on the live map.

Where is the Port of Chigasaki?

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The Port of Chigasaki is a port in JP. Its UN/LOCODE is JPCHG — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE JPCHG mean?

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The first two characters, JP, are the ISO country code for JP. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Chigasaki?

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The Port of Chigasaki 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.