Shipping times and costs from United Kingdom to Japan
1 Bedroom flat
Shipping costs by air £3,843 - £4,246
Shipping costs by sea £2,017 - £2,229
3 Bedroom house
Shipping costs by air N/A
Shipping costs by sea £3,104 - £3,429
5 Bedroom house
Shipping costs by air N/A
Shipping costs by sea £4,656 - £5,144
Please note: the prices listed here are meant as an estimate only. The best way to get a comprehensive, tailored quote is to fill out our form and be matched with a supplier.
Shipping Container Costs to Japan
Japan is the home of tranquility, but with a twist. “The Land of the Rising Sun” is where ancient tradition meets cutting-edge technology. Head to any major city and you’ll see temples, skyscrapers, cherry blossoms and neon lights. The Pacific nation is composed of nearly 7000 islands, over 100 volcanoes and Tokyo, the most populous city in the world. Move to Japan and you’ll be immersing yourself in a truly iconic culture, ranging from the arts of kabuki and origami to the beautiful zen gardens and beyond. It’s also home to some famously good food, including sushi, sashimi and tempura. The mega healthy diet of fish and rice is a major factor behind Japan’s excellent life expectancy, which is the highest in the world. If you’re thinking of moving there, here is some practical information you’ll need to know first.Different shipping options
You have two choices when it comes to shipping your belongings abroad: sea or air. Sending stuff via plane is quick but quite expensive, while using a container ship is slower but also comparatively cheaper. At MoveHub, we recommend opting for sea freight as it’s much better value for money - it just requires a bit of advanced planning. If you choose sea freight, you also need to decide between a 20ft container and a 40ft container. However, if you aren’t bringing much cargo then don’t worry; you don’t have to make full use of the container. You can opt for Less Than Container Load (LCL), which you can discuss with your shipping company. Most of our suppliers offer a full door-to-door service, but you should check this with them before agreeing to any terms.Major shipping routes
Japan has nearly three hundred commercial ports, but not all of them are equipped to deal with container ships. The nation’s largest port is in Tokyo, situated in the centre of the country on the east coast, while the next four largest ports are Kobe, Yokohama, Osaka and Nagoya (all located along the south coast). If you’re shipping any belongings to Japan, they will most likely be heading to one of these ports. After that, they’ll be taken by truck and/or train to your new home!Japanese customs
The Japanese are very careful about what goes in and out of their country, but follow the rules and you won’t have a problem. Every container that goes into Japan is inspected, although X-ray machines have sped up the process enormously (to about ten minutes per container). You’ll have to pay customs duties and inspection fees, but if they find anything they don’t like then you’ll be paying a lot more. We’ve listed below some of the key things that aren’t allowed into Japan, such as electronic equipment and straw packing materials. Make sure you label every box clearly and provide an accurate list of all the belongings you’re bringing into the country. For more information, check out the Japanese Customs official website here.Shipping Container Options
20Ft Shipping Container
Dimensions:
33 Cubic Meters
5.9m x 2.35m x 2.39m (l x w x h)
Price: £3,104 - £3,429
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Dimensions:
67 Cubic Meters
12.03m x 2.35m x 2.39m (l x w x h)
Price: £5,897 - £6,516
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Max Dimensions: 5.75m x 2.2m x 2.2m (l x w x h)
Base Price: £961 - £1,061
Quarantine & Taxes: £1,000 - £2,500
Price: £5,204 - £8,679
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