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Ship a container to Japan

Container shipping services to Japan offering the most reliable Ocean freight with the cheapest shipping rates to Japan with a faster transit time to ship a 20ft container or a, 40ft container to the major ports in Japan.

Shipping a container to Japan has never been easier than with BR LOGISTICS COMPANY, which provides the most reliable container shipping service to Japan.

Ship a container to Japan

Ship a container to the major ports in Japan: Port of Kobe, Port of Osaka, Port of Tokio, Port of Yokohama, Port of Toyohashi

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How much does it cost to ship a container to Japan?

  • How much does it cost to ship a container to Japan, the average price to ship a container to Japan is from $850 to $4500 US Dollars.
  • The shipping timeline to ship a full container to Japan ranges depending on the size of the container (20ft or 40ft), and the schedule route, please contact our quotation team to receive a detailed rate to ship your container to the port in Japan.

How much does it cost to ship a 20ft container to Japan, the average price to ship a 20ft container to Japan is from $850 to $1530. The shipping timeline to ship a 20 foot container to Japan ranges depending on the route.

How much does it cost to ship a 40ft container to Japan, the average price to ship a 40ft container to Japan is from $850 to $4500. The shipping timeline to ship a 40 foot container to Japan ranges depending on the route.

Historical ocean freight rates to ship a container to Japan:

Will ocean freight rates go down to ship to Japan in 2023?, Yes the rates slowly began falling in the first quarter of 2023 and are expected to continue to drop, little by little. You calculate the ocean freight rate based on oil prices (BAF), cargo dimensions, weight, port of export, port of destination, and season congestion. The following annual chart is showing the prices and costs for the year 2023 for average maritime freight to send containers to Japan.

These prices do not include additional or unforeseen costs that may be added during the course of your reservation or shipment itself. These are not the current or final price to ship your container, please request a rate for an updated price.

¿How long does it take to ship a container to Japan?

The average transit time to ship a container to Japan is from 4 weeks to 6 weeks.

Estimated transit time to ship a container to Japan:

The average transit times and sailing schedule to ship your container to Japan from the major ports in the world as from the United States ports, Europen ports, and Asian ports.

Continent of origin Country of origin Port of origin Port of destination Transit time (days) 20DV FCL
40HQ FCL
Europe Spain Barcelona Tokio 35 2115€
Europe Spain Valencia Tokio 32 2115€
Europe Spain Algeciras Tokio 35 2115€
Europe Netherlands Rotterdam Tokio 40 1850€
North America United States New York Tokio 38 $3500
North America United States Miami Tokio 35 $3850
North America United States Los Angeles Tokio 15 $1500
North America United States Houston TX Tokio 52 $3650
Asia China Shanghai Tokio 15 $1350

Shortest transit time to ship a container to Japan:

One of the fastest transit times to ship a container to Japan is the route from Valencia Spain to Japan with an average of 15 to 25 shipping days. The next fastest route to ship your ocean container to Japan is from New York USA to the port of Tokio Japan, with an average transit time of 30 to 38 days.

Longest transit times to ship a container to Japan:

The longest or slowest transit time to ship a container to Japan is from the port of Houston Texas, with an estimated average transit time between 45 and 52 days. The next longest route is from the port of Barcelona Spain, with an average transit time of 38-42 days.

How much does it cost to ship a container from USA to Japan?

How much does it cost to ship a container from USA to Japan?, the average price to ship a container from the United States to Japan is from $850 to $4500 US Dollars.

Container shipping rates from USA to Japan

These are the average prices to ship a container from the United States to Japan with the cheapest rates for loading and shipping containers from the major ports in the United States to Japan for 20ft and 40ft containers (FCL) with all types of cargo such as: commercial cargo, vehicles, or personal effects for international shipments to Japan.

Container shipping service to Japan Type of container Ocean freight rates to Japan:
How much does it cost to ship a container from Boston to Japan. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from New York to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from New Jersey to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Norfolk to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Baltimore to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Charleston to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Savannah to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Brunswick to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Jacksonville to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Miami to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Houston Texas to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Galveston to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Freeport Texas to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from California to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Tacoma to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Washington to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Canadá to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2500 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT

How long does it take to ship a container from USA to Japan?

Estimated transit time to ship a container from the United States to Japan, the average transit time to ship a container from the USA to Japan is from 18 to 35 days.

How much does it cost to ship a container from Spain to Japan?

How much does it cost to ship a container from Spain to Japan?, the average price to ship a container from Spain to Japan is from 1150€ to 4550€ Euros.

Container shipping rates from Spain to Japan

These are the average prices to ship a container from Spain to Japan with the cheapest rates for loading and shipping containers from the major ports in Spain to Japan for 20ft and 40ft containers (FCL) with all types of cargo such as: commercial cargo, vehicles, or personal effects for international shipments to Japan.

Container shipping service to Japan Type of container Ocean freight rates to Japan:
How much does it cost to ship a container from Valencia to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €1150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Barcelona a Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €1150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Málaga to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €1150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Vigo to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €1150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Bilbao to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €1150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Santander to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €1150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Madrid to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €1150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT

How long does it take to ship a container from Spain to Japan?

Estimated transit time to ship a container from Spain to Japan, the average transit time to ship a container from Spain to Japan is from 25 to 35 days.

How much does it cost to ship a container from Europe to Japan?

How much does it cost to ship a container from Europe to Japan?, the average price to ship a container from Europe to Japan is from 2500€ to 5500€ Euros.

Container shipping rates from Europe to Japan

These are the average prices to ship a container from Europe to Japan with the cheapest rates for loading and shipping containers from the major ports in Europe to Japan for 20ft and 40ft containers (FCL) with all types of cargo such as: commercial cargo, vehicles, or personal effects for international shipments to Japan.

Container shipping service to Japan Type of container Ocean freight rates to Japan:
How much does it cost to ship a container from Belgium to Japan. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €1150 20FT
average prices from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Germany to Japan. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €1150 20FT
average prices from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Spain to Japan. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €1150 20FT
average prices from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from France to Japan. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €1150 20FT
average prices from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Portugal to Japan. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €1150 20FT
average prices from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Italy to Japan. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €1150 20FT
average prices from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Switzerland to Japan. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €1150 20FT
average prices from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from United Kingdom to Japan. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €1150 20FT
average prices from: €4550 40FT

How long does it take to ship a container from Europe to Japan?

Estimated transit time to ship a container from Europe to Japan, the average transit time to ship a container from Europe to Japan is from 18 to 35 days.

How much does it cost to ship a container from China to Japan?

How much does it cost to ship a container from China to Japan?, the average price to ship a container from China to Japan is from $850 to $3500 US Dollars.

Container shipping rates from China to Japan

These are the average prices to ship a container from China to Japan with the cheapest rates for loading and shipping containers from the major ports in China to Japan for 20ft and 40ft containers (FCL) with all types of cargo such as: commercial cargo, vehicles, or personal effects for international shipments to Japan.

Container shipping service to Japan Type of container Ocean freight rates to Japan:
How much does it cost to ship a container from Shanghai to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $850 20FT
average prices from: $1550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Qingdao to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $850 20FT
average prices from: $1550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Shenzhen to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $850 20FT
average prices from: $1550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Tianjin to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $850 20FT
average prices from: $1550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Ningbo to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $850 20FT
average prices from: $1550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Hong Kong to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $850 20FT
average prices from: $1550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Guangzhou to Japan 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $850 20FT
average prices from: $1550 40FT

How long does it take to ship a container from China to Japan?

Estimated transit time to ship a container from the China to Japan , the average transit time to ship a container from China to Japan is from 15 to 25 days.

Price factor to ship a container to Japan:

The cost of shipping to ship a container to Japan from abroad will vary depending on the type of sea container you chose to ship, the fuel price (BAF), the dimensions and weight of the cargo, the shipping company or steamship line you hire to send the container, the destination port in Japan, the location of your cargo in abroad from where you plan to export it to Japan, and what route you choose to ship your container, if it is a direct route or with transshipment.

Only once we have that information we will be able to more accurately estimate the costs to ship your container to Japan from any port in the world.

 

Online container shipping rate calculator to Japan from overseas:

With BR LOGISTICS COMPANY and our ocean freight calculator you can request a rate online, we made over 10000 rates per year to ship containers to Japan. Get the most updated container prices from many carriers using the get a quote request.

How to export a container to Japan?

Exporting goods in a sea container to Japan begins with an ocean freight cost of between $850 USD to $4550 USD for shipment from the port of export to the port of import in Japan, plus import fees from Japan customs that are applied on the importation of goods to be imported into Japan, which are among the lowest in the world, with an average of 6.7% tariffs for general merchandise and 4.3% for agricultural products + 10% customs VAT (VAT), calculated on the cost, insurance and freight value (CIF), to pay import taxes in Japan. You are exempt from paying these tariffs or a lesser amount will be paid, when the importer accepts a trade agreement between Japan and the United States or between Japan and the European Union, when so established by some Japanese regulations for importation without taxes to Japan. Likewise, everything must be effectively paid to Customs + other expenses not invoiced with the ocean freight or customs fee to carry out the container from the port of import, as the local port charges to import all kinds of general cargo to Japan.

Can i import cargo via container to Japan?

Can a container with commercial merchandise or moving goods be imported to Japan from Spain, Europe, China or the United States? The answer is Yes, I can import a container with merchandise, vehicles or moving home to Japan from the United States, Spain, Europe, or China if the cargo meets the import standards of Japan Customs, so that it can pass the procedure for import and nationalization of merchandise or vehicles in Japan.

What documents are needed for customs in Japan?

The requirements to import into Japan are to present the commercial invoice translated into Japanese and the detailed packing list, which must indicate the details of the quantity, the type of product and the shipment location, and then provide the following documents to Customs in Japan:

Imports must have the following documentation:

  • Bill of lading manifest, which is used for the import, release, and tax purposes.
  • Tax Identification Number in Japan
  • Location of the tariff subheading, and commodity
  • Registration as a importer in Japan
  • Japan Customs Value Declaration
  • Debt free in Japan
  • Japan Moving Inventory (original)
  • Have a trade or company patent in Japan that must indicate that you are dedicated to importing.
  • Phytosanitary Export Certificate from the country of origin (simple copy)
  • Demonstrate economic solvency in Japan
  • Establish the terms of the Incoterms agreement for importation.
  • Find a good customs broker in Japan
  • Shipping company’s original bill of lading, sea waybill or airwaybill
  • Packing list
  • Commercial invoice
  • Combined Certificate of Value and Origin (CCVO)
  • Power of attorney that authorizes your customs broker to clear de import for you with Japan Customs.

If you need more information to ship a container to Japan you can contact BR LOGISTICS USA o BR LOGISTICS EUROPE

www.brlogistics.net

Tel: +12012015020 USA
Tel: +34628279703 ESPANA
Email: info@brlogistics.net

Taxes and duties to import into Japan:

Taxes and duties for importing general items into Japan made abroad from Europe, the US, or Spain will be subject to duty. You have to pay the import tariffs of Customs of Japan that as a general rule are the lowest in the world, for the import the ad valorem duty or tariff is paid, which is an average of 4.3% to 6.7% on the CIF value of the product. container shipping (MFN) tariff for Japan) according to the WTO study, for luxury items such as Tobacco, Alcohol, luxury cars, boats, and for general merchandise will be 20 to 30% or more. Additionally, you will have to pay the value added tax (VAT) that corresponds to 10% (VAT), the VAT will be applied to the total price of the import in Incoterm CIF + the Customs tax (tariff). + general import rates to Japan, if the import comes from the European Union or USA and there is a exempted by international agreement between the parties you can exonerate taxes or pay less than the before mentioned.

Import fees in Japan:

Most goods imported into Japan are subject to duty and Taxes, the rates vary, depending on the type of the product you want to import to Japan that are subject to the following rates:

The average import tariff in Japan is 6.7% + 10% VAT

How to ship a container to Japan?

The first step in shipping a container to Japan is to follow the step-by-step guide to shipping a container to Japan from the United States, the European Union, Spain, or China and provide your carrier or freight forwarder with the full details to ship your container to Japan .

Step-by-step guide to shipping a container to Japan :

  1. Search for companies specializing in container transport and offering shipping services to Japan .
  2. Request a shipping fee to Japan for your container shipment.
  3. Choose the best shipping company to send your container. Depending on your needs, you can choose the following types of sea containers, 20ft or 40ft.
  4. Provide the documents to the shipping company to make the reservation (booking) to send your container to Japan.
  5. Load and deliver the container to the port of export for and then satisfy the customs export process to Japan.
  6. Make the payment for freight and port expenses to the transport company (freight forwarder or shipping company).
  7. Send your container release or bill of lading to your customs broker in Japan.

Major Ports in Japan for shipping and importing cargo in containers

The Below list of ports are the best ones for shipping and importing cargo in sea containers to Japan, these are the most important port terminals in Japan for the importation of containerized cargo internationally.

Port of Tokio

Address: 8-1 Nishishinjuku 2-chome Shinjuku-ku Tokyo 163-8001 Japan
Coordinates: 35° 37' 29" N 139° 47' 29" E

Port of Yokohama

Address: 2 Yamashita-cho Naka-ku Yokohama 231-0023 Japan
Coordinates: 35° 26' 11" N 139° 40' 4" E

Port of Osaka

Address: 1-14-16 Nanko-kita Suminoe-ku Osaka, Osaka Pref 559-0034 Japan Coordinates: 34° 38' 9" N 135° 26' 3" E

Port of Kobe

Address: Kobe C.I.T. Bldg,16F, 1-14,Hamabe-Dori 5-chome, Chuo-ku Kobe 651-0083 Japan
Coordinates: 34° 41' 3" N 135° 14' 27" E

Port of Toyohashi

Address: Toyohashi, Aichi Prefecture Japan
Coordinates: 34° 43' 17" N 137° 18' 33" E

What are the advantages of shipping containers to export your cargo to Japan?

Advantages of container shipping service to Japan:

  • Ocean freight rates are competitive.
  • You can send all kinds of transportable cargo.
  • Containers have good storage capacity.
  • They do not have weather problems for shipments
  • More international reach thanks to container ports all over the world
  • Streamlined procedures for exports and imports in Japan
  • Trip frequency & Schedule options with transhipments.
  • Fast shipping speed if you choose a good sea shipping route to Japan
  • You can send more weight than air transport
  • The cargo is protected inside the maritime container

Top 10 best shipping routes to ship containers to Japan

In BR LOGISTICS company we offer many options of routes to ship containers to Japan from Spain, the United States, Europe, and China. The following are the 10 most popular busiest shipping routes to Japan used by exporters and importers around the world.

International origin port Destination port in Japan
Port of Antwerp Belgium Port of destination: Tokio; Port Code: JPTYO
Port of Bremerhaven Germany Port of destination: Yokohama ; Port Code: JPYOK
Port of Rotterdam Netherlands Port of destination: Port of Osaka; Port Code: JPOSA
Port of Barcelona Spain Port of destination: Kobe; Port Code: JPUKB
Port of Valencia Spain Port of destination: Toyohashi ; Port Code: JPTHS
Port of Savona Italy Port of destination: Tokio; Port Code: JPTYO
Port of New York United States Port of destination: Yokohama ; Port Code: JPYOK
Port of Los Angeles California United States Port of destination: Puerto de Osaka; Port Code: JPOSA
Port of Miami Florida United States Port of destination: Kobe; Port Code: JPUKB
Port of Houston Texas United States Port of destination: Toyohashi ; Port Code: JPTHS

Best Shipping Companies to Ship Containers to Japan:

These are some of the top international shipping companies to send containers to Japan that strikes a delicate balance between fast and cheap international shipping services.

  1. Maersk line
  2. Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)
  3. COSCO Group
  4. CMA CGM Group
  5. Hapag-Lloyd
  6. Ocean Network Express (ONE)
  7. Evergreen Marine
  8. Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation
  9. Orient Overseas Container (OOCL)
  10. Zim Integrated Shipping Services (ZIM)

How to ship hazardous dangerous goods in containers to Japan?

How to ship hazardous dangerous good internationally to Japan? To ship a container with IMO or Hazmat dangerous products to Japan a series of shipping requirements must be met, such as the MSDS of the cargo to be shipped, the DGD for the maritime transport of dangerous goods and hiring a specialized shipping carrier or forwarder for the transport of dangerous goods internationally.

One of the most important steps in shipping hazardous materials by sea freight containers are Packing and documentation. Packing dangerous goods (Hazmat) is different than normal shipments.

List of steps to follow to send a container with dangerous goods (IMO-Hazmat) to Japan:

  1. Inform the shipping company of the type of IMO and cargo that you want to ship to Japan.
  2. Comprobar que la mercancía IMO este en buenas condiciones para poder ser cargado en el barco. Check that the IMO cargo is in good conditions to be able to be loaded on the ship.
  3. The container must be labeled on all its faces with the corresponding IMO label.
  4. Check with the shipping company that the IMO container will be accepted in Japan.
  5.  Make a booking with the shipping company like IMO to send the container to Japan.
  6. The Shipper or exporter of the container has to provide the MSDS of the merchandise to validate the parameters of hazardous materials
  7. Finally, the consignor or importer has to inform Customs in Japan that he is going to import an IMO container.

What is an IMO shipment?

An IMO shipment is the transport of dangerous goods, both in a container, as by plane, or land transport, the name IMO is due to the acronym  International Maritime Organization and includes all those dangerous transportable products and materials that due to their characteristics represent a risk to the safety of ships, planes, or trucks, to the health of the environment and people.

IMO types, classification of dangerous goods:

  • Class 1. Explosives.
  • Class 2. Gases.
  • Class 3. Flammable liquids.
  • Class 4. Flammable solids.
  • Class 5. Oxidizers and organic peroxides.
  • Class 6. Toxic.
  • Class 7. Radioactive material.
  • Class 8. Corrosive.
  • Class 9. Miscellaneous dangerous objects

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