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Port of Choshi

JPCHO🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Choshi

This port is situated at the mouth of the Tone River in Japan. It serves as a harbor for fishing vessels and handles fish products. The port offers full shelter and has tug services available.

Background
Chōshi is a city located in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 December 2020, the city had an estimated population of 59,174 in 27,160 households and a population density of 700 inhabitants per square kilometre (1,800/sq mi). The total area of the city is 84.19 km2 (32.5 sq mi).

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

History

Established
1933

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPCHO
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
JP-12
Area
Japan Coast
Body of Water
Tone River
Latitude
35.7443°
Longitude
140.8454°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61360 →
GeoNames ID
12952988 →
Wikidata
Q694317 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.city.choshi.chiba.jp →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Choshi?+
The approach to Choshi is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is City Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Ichino Shima (0.6 NM ENE), Chōshi Kō East Breakwater (0.8 NM ENE), Chōshi Kō North Breakwater (0.9 NM ENE), Inubō Saki (2.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Choshi?+
The Port of Choshi 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 Choshi?+
You can track vessels near Choshi (JPCHO) 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 JPCHO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Choshi?+
The Port of Choshi 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.