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Port of Choshi

JPCHO🇯🇵JP

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About Port of Choshi

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

Position: 35.7443°N, 140.8454°E. UN/LOCODE: JPCHO.

Geographic context: The Port of Choshi 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.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Choshi
Country
🇯🇵JP
UNLOCODE
JPCHO
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
35.7443°
Longitude
140.8454°

Navigation Aids Near Choshi

City Lighthouse

0.6 NMENE

Inubō Saki Lighthouse

2.5 NMSSE

Nagasaki Hana Lighthouse

3.2 NMSSE

Togawa Kō Lighthouse

6 NMWSW

Kashima South Breakwater Lighthouse

14.7 NMNNW

Nearby Vessels

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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 Inubō Saki (2.5 NM SSE), Nagasaki Hana (3.2 NM SSE), Togawa Kō (6 NM WSW), Kashima South Breakwater (14.7 NM NNW). 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.