Vehicle Shipping to Japan
Teks offers reliable and affordable car shipping services to Japan. Our services include both rollon/roll-off (RoRo) and container options, departing from Southampton.
Shipping Costs
The cost of shipping depends on the destination port. Kawasaki, Hitchinaka are generally cheaper
than Yokohama and Toyohashi. RoRo shipping is typically more cost-effective than containers.
RoRo Shipping
- Frequency: Regular sailings from Southampton
- Transit time: Approximately 42 days
- Security: Vehicles are securely fastened within the ship.
Container Shipping
- Frequency: Weekly sailings from Southampton, London Gateway, or Felixstowe
- Personal items: Load personal belongings inside the container.
- Security: Containers offer added protection for your vehicle.
Import Restrictions
- JAF certification: Vehicles must conform to Japanese regulations and obtain a Carnet de Passages en Douane (CPD) certificate.
- Pre-shipment inspections: Vehicles must undergo emissions testing before being driven in Japan.
- Temporary importation: Vehicles staying in Japan for less than a year may be imported without paying duties or taxes.
Required Documentation
- Vehicle Registration Certificate (V5C): Or equivalent title document
- Passport (photo page): Identification for the vehicle owner
- Consignee’s Passport (photo page): Identification for the recipient in Japan
Contact Us
For more information or a quotation, please contact our team or complete our quick quote form.
