Freight Shipping between China and Japan

As the world's leading exporter for several years, China has been supplying the world with its cheap products of relatively good quality. This competitiveness in terms of price is mainly due to the cheap labor of the product. With a great diversification of products, all kinds of goods are offered by the country's suppliers. Thanks to this, many commercial partnerships have been created with the whole world, and particularly with its neighboring country Japan. China is indeed one of the main trade partners of the country.

Understanding the import of products between Japan and China is not a simple matter. Therefore, in this guide we will explain we will explain everything you need to know about shipping freight from China to Japan, from transporting your goods to regulations. In order to get the most appropriate import for your needs, follow our understanding step-by-step guide, whether you are an individual, a start-up, a small business or even a large company wishing to import or export goods between Japan and China.

Contact our DocShipper teams for any additional questions. We will evaluate your requests and advise you on the most suitable solutions for your project!

Sea freight from China to Japan

Sea freight is often used to export goods to Japan due to its efficiency and reliability.

Overview – Trade relations between China and Japan

According to the most recent data of 2021, trade between China and Japan has continued to grow despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Regarding sea freight, China is Japan's largest trading partner and accounts for a significant share of its imports and exports.

According to data from the Japan Maritime Center, the total sea freight trade volume between China and Japan reached 260 million tons in 2020, an increase of 3.2 percent over the previous year. China's imports from Japan rose 1.9 percent to 61.07 million tons, while Japan's exports to China rose 4.1 percent to 199.38 million tons.

To transport these goods, sea freight is a popular means of transportation for exporters and importers. Rather cheap, sea traffic is very important in international trade. Ships carry mainly manufactured goods in large quantities.

In China, goods can leave or arrive from various major ports: Guangzhou Port, Shanghai Port, Shenzhen Port, Ningbo Port, Qingdao Port, Tianjin Port, Hong Kong Port, or Xiamen Port.

On the Japanese side, several ports are also able to receive and ship goods: the Port of Nagoya, the Port of Chiba, Yokohama, Kitakyushu, Kobe, Osaka, Tokyo...

The main shipping seaports in China

Port of Shangaï

Having handled more than 717 millions tons of cargo in 2015, Shanghai Port is the largest in the world, in terms of traffic. Thanks to its ideal position, the world's leading port is qualified as the main gateway to China's foreign trade. Indeed, the port is located in the middle of the Chinese coast, at the mouth of the Yangtze River. The hinterland is also more easily accessible: multimodal transport allows to serve the most remote destinations, notably thanks to the important highway network with the help of road freight, as well as by sea freight thanks to the Yangste river.

Port of Ningbo / Zhoushan

Qualified as the world's largest port in terms of tonnage, and the world's fourth largest port in terms of traffic, Ningbo / Zhoushan Port received 890 millions tons of goods during 2015. The port of Ningbo / Zhoushan originated from the merger between the ports of Zhoushan and Ningbo, which were two neighboring ports. The port has the advantage of being connected with a very large part of China, thanks to its rail and sea transport services. It is also connected to other border countries.

We can also mention other less important Chinese ports, but with the capacity to receive cargo ships: Tangshan, Taicang, Xiamen, Tianjin, Qingdao, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Shenzhen...

Port of Nagoya

Japan's largest port by volume, the Port of Nagoya handled nearly 195 millions tons of cargo during 2019. Handling all types of cargo, this port handles ships from all over the world from the tip of Ise Bay, located on the east coast of Japan's archipelago on the Pacific side. Since its opening on November 10, 1907, the port has continued to grow.

The port of Nagoya also has the distinction of being the country's leading automobile export port. Indeed, more than 1.4 million cars are shipped every year.

Connected to more than 170 countries around the world, Japan's largest port is a key entry point to the country.

Website: Nagoya Port Authority

Port of Chiba

Located inside Tokyo Bay, Chiba Port is the second largest port in Japan in terms of tonnage, but it is also the largest port in terms of surface area. Indeed, the port covers more than 24,800 hectares. Each year, Chiba Port handles an average of 167 million tons of cargo, which represents nearly 65,000 ships handled per year. Container ships mainly handle industrial cargo, importing oil, liquid gas, crude oil and other petroleum products into Japan, and exporting mainly vehicles, steel and chemical products.

We can also mention other less important Japanese ports, but with the capacity to receive cargo ships: Yokohama, Kitakyushu, Kobe, Osaka, Tokyo...

Maritime grouping or LCL (Less than Container Load)

Conceived for shippers whose goods don't fill a container completely, LCL is a system that groups orders from different customers with the same destination into a single container. This system is economically advantageous: the customer will only pay for the space needed for his goods, and not for the entire container. This means of transport is therefore particularly profitable for small volume shipments.

This type of freight will be interested in the following cases:

The volume of goods shipped is relatively small
The customer wishes to consolidate his shipments
The customer wants to deliver to several recipients
The weight of the goods to be shipped is too heavy, and air freight is not cost-effective for shipping

FCL (Full Container Load)

Conceived for shippers who require a full container for their goods, Full Container Load refers to a container owned by a single customer from the time the goods are loaded to their final destination.

The handling is relatively small and the costs are lower. The container is sealed from the production site to its final destination. Full Container Load is used more for large quantity purchases.

This method of shipment is not only cheaper in relation to the relatively large import volume, but also safer. This method of transport is particularly interesting for goods with a volume of more than 15 m3, and represents a lower cost than groupage.

Special transports

Using a shipping container to send goods to Japan can provide additional protection during shipping.

Reefer container

When goods are transported in a refrigerated container, the temperature is controlled in order to preserve them throughout their journey. Indeed, the goods using this type of transport are so-called "sensitive" goods, that is to say they are perishable, or of chemical origin. Thus, different parameters can be controlled, such as temperature, atmosphere regulation, or humidity level. These containers are available in multiple sizes in order to adapt to each shipper's requirements.

Roro

The roll-on/roll-off mode of transportation, more commonly known as "Ro-ro", was created to transport wheeled cargo, such as trailers, semi-trailers, automobiles, trucks, or railroad cars. Ro-ro ships carry goods that are driven and towed on their own wheels, in and out of the ship.

The advantage of this type of transport is undoubtedly the need for less physical handling, but also its low exposure to water or any other weather conditions. This is mainly due to the fact that the cargo is stowed in the vehicle decks during the entire journey.

The goods transported in Ro-Ro are safer, and this solution is the least expensive for the transport of special cargoes.

Bulk

The goods travelling by means of a "bulk carrier" are divided into two distinct categories :

"Bulk cargoes": they are transported in the hold of the ship
"General cargoes"

Each ship has a specialty (coal, ore, etc.) defined according to the goods, whether liquid or solid, for which they are suitable to transport: coal, minerals, etc...

Out Of Gauge (OOG)

Out of Gauge containers are divided into two categories:

The "Open Top Container": This means of transport is used to carry finished products of a relatively large weight. With this type of cargo, the handling is important, because of its loading which must be done with an overhead crane or a crane.
The "Flat Rack Container": This means of transport is used to carry oversized (in height or width), bulky or heavy products.

Open Top Containers are used to transport goods that cannot be transported using standard size containers. It guarantees the safety of the goods, and requires less time for loading and unloading.

How much does sea freight between China and Japan cost?

The cost of shipping by sea freight varies depending on the weight and volume of your goods. For these reasons, it is imperative to know these details in order to calculate the price.

According to the equivalence rule, the weight/volume ratio is "1 ton = 1 m3".

According to the above rule, sea freight, whether groupage or conventional, is established in Paying Units (PU). The UP unit of measure is equivalent to:
- or in volume expressed in cubic meters
- or in mass expressed in tons

Regardless of the unit of measurement, the number chosen will always be the one that is to the advantage of the carrier and corresponds to the highest number.

Example: The mass of a load is equal to 8 tons, and the volume is 10 m3. Here the price will be 10UP.

On the other hand, if the cargo has a mass equal to 9 tons and a volume of 4 m3, the price will be 9 UP.

As for the full container, the price will be determined on the basis of the "container package". This means that the invoice will be based on the shipping company providing the container, as well as the type of container used.

Rate surcharges

Additional charges, over and above the rates initially charged by the carriers, depend on specific contexts.

BAF : Bunker Adjustment Factor

This surcharge, introduced following the first oil crisis in 1973, is a percentage applied to the initial cost of freight. This cost fluctuates with crude oil.

CAF : Currency Adjustment Factor

This surcharge is a percentage that is applied to the initial cost of the freight and the Bunker Adjustment Factor. To hedge against currency risks, shipping companies prefer to use freight rates that are calculated in dollars, especially because of the fluctuation of this surcharge with the rate of this currency.

THC : Terminal Handling Charge

This surcharge corresponds to the handling costs, which means the loading and unloading of the goods at the port.

When it comes to containers, the amount is fixed, and corresponds to the price of a container.

However, when it is a groupage, the amount is variable, and the price corresponds to the volume or weight.

ORC : Origin Receipt Charge

This surcharge is introduced only by Chinese ports. It must be paid at the departure of the Chinese ports. The country's ports have chosen to introduce this tax in order to be able to finance their development in a rapid manner.

Port Congestion

When a ship is not allowed to unload its cargo at its port of destination due to congestion, shipping companies lose revenue. Indeed, ships sometimes wait up to several days before they can reach the docks to unload. To overcome this, they have decided to introduce a surcharge.

Surestaries (Demurrage)

When a shipowner takes too much time to load or unload goods, compared to the time initially fixed, it generates a loss of time, and thus a loss of money. To compensate for this, charterers have set up mandatory indemnities for shipowners.

This demurrage is therefore established when a charterer has taken longer to load and unload, whether or not it is due to his will, congestion or a strike.

In short, demurrage is the cost of leasing containers as long as the container is still in the port's fleet and awaiting shipment.

The cost of shipping goods varies depending on many factors. If you have any questions about shipping, sourcing, or storage of your goods, feel free to contact our DocShipper experts! They will answer all your questions within 24 hours.

Air freight between China and Japan

Air freight to Japan is a fast and convenient option for shipping goods.

The different types of air freight

In order to get your goods to a destination as quickly as possible, air freight is the most appropriate mode of transportation. It will be the fastest way to get your product from point A to point B. This type of transport is also the most reliable. Indeed, air freight is used in particular for the transport of objects of great value, clothing, as well as seasonal goods, electronic products or / and goods having a significant risk of deterioration at sea.

Two types of air freight can be distinguished, both in terms of service and price:

"Conventional" air cargo: Goods transported by conventional air cargo are carried on scheduled commercial flights of airlines such as Air China, All Nippon Airways, China Southern Airlines, or even AirAsia Japan, and exploit the empty spaces.
"Express" airfreight: Goods transported by express airfreight use aircraft dedicated solely to airfreight. This solution is offered by courier companies, such as FedEx, DHL, UPS or even TNT, which offers door-to-door solutions.

The express service allows the delivery of goods in the shortest possible time. Regardless of their destination, they can be delivered by hand.

This service is an "all inclusive" solution, which means that the buyer does not need to clear low value shipments through customs himself. The cost of this type of transport is very competitive, especially for goods with a volume of less than 1m3.

Why do we choose air transport?

The speed

As we have said before, air freight is the fastest means of transportation. In the field of trade, speed has become one of the main criteria.

2. Schedule reliability

Since the departure and arrival flight times are scheduled in advance, they are relatively reliable. Moreover, if a good misses its flight, it will be able to take the next one, scheduled only a few hours later. This means that there will be very little delay in delivery.

3. Multiple destinations

Goods can be sent all over the world. This is due in part to the extensive network of destinations that airlines have, covering almost the entire world.

4. Low insurance premium

Because of the relatively short transit time, the insurance premium is quite low with this type of freight. Even though air freight is quite expensive compared to other types of cargo transportation, it still saves money in terms of insurance costs.

5. High level of security, reduced risk of theft and damage

The airport areas are very strict and controlled. Thus, thefts and damages are reduced. Security is therefore increased with the use of air cargo.

6. The need for storage and low storage

In terms of storage, air freight is advantageous because it requires very little. There is no need to have storage warehouses, as goods are shipped regularly and in small quantities. The goods also spend less time with customs, inspection and handling. They are released after only a few hours.

7. The need for low packaging

Air freight does not require as much packaging as other types of freight. This saves money by avoiding the need to employ the services of professional packers that are essential when using ocean freight. This will not only save you time, but also money.

8. The follow-up

When a shipper uses airfreight, he usually has a tracking service, offered by the courier companies. The goods can be tracked from their departure to their arrival using an application.

NOTE : Air transport is only one step in the import/export process of your goods. The international transport of goods, especially by air, must necessarily go through the administrative services, but must also be the subject of transport cost study, including airport charges. Don't hesitate to call on our DocShipper experts to help you with all these steps!

What is volumetric weight?

For conventional freight: the equivalence rule is set as follows: 1 ton for 6m3, that is to say weight/volume ratio of 1-for-6, and a gross weight charge for a ratio of 1-for-6 or less. In order to obtain a volumetric weight used as a basis for pricing, the actual volume is divided by 6. For example, 1 m3 is equal to 167 kgs, that is to say 1 for 6.
For air freight: the equivalence rule is defined as follows: 1 ton for 5 m3, which represents a weight volume ratio of 1 to 5. For example, 1 m3 is equal to 200 kgs, that is to say 1 for 5.

Door-to-door delivery between China and Japan

The door-to-door delivery method means that the freight forwarder takes care of the entire shipping process, from pick-up to the final destination. The door-to-door method can be used for any type of cargo, whether it is air or sea freight.

This method of delivery is very frequently used, and is very much appreciated by the customers. Indeed, this method of transportation takes care of all the procedures related to the transportation of goods. It is fast, convenient, because the products are taken care of from the beginning to the end of the operation. their journey: from the collection to the delivery at destination, which includes the stages of loading, collection, forwarding and customs clearance.

This method is not only a time saver, but also a money saver.

With an expert team like Docshipper, you don't have to worry about importing your goods, we take care of the whole process! We supervise your shipments from your supplier's door to the final destination of your goods.

What are the benefits of door-to-door service?

This service offers several advantages. The first is of course for Docshipper customers, who do not have to worry about shipping their goods. Our experts take care of everything and supervise the journey of your goods to the final destination.

DocShipper is a full-service company. We supervise your shipments regardless of the type of shipment, whether by sea or air freight, LCL or FCL, conventional or express, and this to simplify all your procedures.

Time saving

When you use our door-to-door service, we manage your entire shipment, leaving you free to go about your business.

A professional team

Thanks to the professionalism of our DocShipper experts, our customers enjoy a personalized experience, and every step of the shipping process can be followed closely. Friendly and detail-oriented, our team will guide you through your project and answer any questions you may have.

Security of goods

Our Docshipper experts ensure the safety of your goods and guarantee a quality experience. Your goods will be delivered to your home or warehouse in the best possible conditions and according to your request.

To save time and money, contact our DocShipper agents! With our "all-inclusive" solution, we offer you the best solutions for your project, at the best price!

For more details about our door-to-door service, please visit our dedicated page and fill out our online form to get a quote within 24 hours.

Customs clearance in Japan

Customs clearance in Japan is the verification and authorization process for imported goods to enter the country. This is a mandatory administrative procedure for all goods entering Japanese territory, and it is supervised by the Japanese customs authorities.
Compliance with customs rules and regulations is essential when importing goods into Japan. Violations of customs rules can result in penalties, fines, or even criminal prosecution. It is therefore important for importers to comply with Japanese customs rules and to call on customs experts if necessary to guarantee a legal import.

Customs duties in Japan

Customs duties in Japan vary depending on the nature of the imported product. The duty rates of applicable customs can be viewed using the Harmonized System of the World Customs Organization (WCO)..

However, customs tariffs may vary depending on the nature of the products, origin and destination, and information can be updates regularly. It is therefore indispensable to consult the Japanese customs authorities or use a customs broker for up-to-date information on applicable customs tariffs.

The customs procedure in Japan

The customs procedure in Japan is a series of steps that you will need to follow to bring your goods into Japan. Here are the main steps of the customs procedure in Japan:

Advance registration: The importer must register with the Japanese customs authorities to obtain an importer identification number.
Customs declaration: The importer must provide a customs declaration describing the imported goods, including their nature, origin, value and quantity.
Goods Inspection: Imported goods may be inspected for compliance with Japanese safety and quality standards.
Payment of customs duties: The importer must pay the applicable customs duties on the imported goods.
Customs Clearance Authorization: Once all the previous steps have been met, the Japanese customs authorities authorize customs clearance and allow the importer to remove the imported goods.

Tariff classification based on commodity flow

Import duties : These charges are taxes on foreign goods entering the customs territory collected by the customs authorities of the importing country in accordance with the customs tariff code.

Export tariff : These charges are taxes levied by the customs authorities of the exporting country on goods destined for export. This tax is paid by the exporter.

Transit Tariff : These charges are customs duties imposed by a country on foreign goods, which cross its customs territory. This tax is also known as a transit tariff.

Tariff classification based on tariff purpose

Fiscal Tariffs: This charge corresponds to customs duties collected mainly to increase the revenue of a country.

Protective Tariff: This charge is a tax levied to protect the agricultural and industrial development of the country. Higher than tax tariffs, protective tariffs vary according to the degree of processing of the product. In general, they are capped at the taxed price of imported goods, and above the domestic price of similar products.

However, if this protective tariff exceeds the limit too much, it will harm the competitiveness of the product and thus the protected company.

Punitive or retaliatory tariff: This charge corresponds to a cost imposed by a country on products imported from a foreign country, because of its trade discrimination, which goes against the agreements.

Tariff classification based on tariff treatment

Ordinary tariffs: This charge corresponds to customs duties on goods from countries with which the importing country has not entered into a mutual agreement. In general, this cost is set autonomously by the importing countries, and is used over a relatively long period of time, with higher rates as long as conditions abroad and within the country do not change.

Preferential tariffs: This special tariff is a preferential treatment, granted in particular to goods imported from certain countries, at a rate lower than the general tariff rate.

Generalized System of Preferences tariffs

The Generalized System of Preferences tariffs, known as GSP, was adopted in 1964 at the first United Nations conference. The theme of this first conference was trade and development.

By the end of the 20th century, more than 190 development areas or countries had benefited from the Generalized System of Preferences tariffs.

Note that the GSP tariff is less important than the MFN tariff.

Today, the GSP is maintained in the WTO, but as an exception. This decision was taken in order to take into account the trade development of member countries qualified as developing.

How to calculate customs duties and taxes?

In order to calculate the taxes and duties, there are three distinct points to consider:

Step 1: Determine the "HS code" or tariff species of the goods.

There are 3 steps to determine the customs treatment: the customs value, the origin, and the HS code of the goods.

The HS code or Harmonized System now covers 95% of world trade and is used in 207 countries. This system was created in order to methodically and uniquely classify products in all countries that use it. Thus, a number is assigned to each good that is traded internationally. This makes it possible to obtain relevant data, such as statistics and offers to compare trade flows.

Here is the composition of a HS code

Does Docshipper charge customs duties?

Docshipper will not take any commission on your customs duties. Official documents, such as customs documents, will be forwarded to you after customs clearance. This will prove to you that we do not take any commission.

Please also note that Docshipper will collect the customs clearance fees. This is because our experts will put together the administrative file for you to declare to the customs authorities. The government will collect the customs duties and taxes.

Procedure and customs contact

Required documents

Bill of Lading

The purpose of the bill of lading is to certify that the described goods have been delivered by the exporter, in other words, this document is a proof of transport. The goods mentioned in this official document are taken over by the terms of the contracts between the transport company and the shipper. On this document are mentioned the prices of the goods and the names of the points of transport of the goods.

Being an official document, the bill of lading is legally valid. Every detail necessary for the processing of the freight shipment is mentioned on this document.

For air freight, the equivalent of this document is called "Air Waybill".

Packing List

Created by shippers for the different parties involved in the logistics chain, the packing list is required for all air and ocean freight shipments. It contains all important information such as invoice number, sender, type and number of packages, as well as the description of the goods, which must be identical to the information on the bill of lading.

Original Invoice

In order for your goods to clear customs, you must be in possession of the original invoice. Note that the quantity mentioned on the original invoice must be the same as the one mentioned on the packing list.

Certificate of Origin

Attesting the country of origin of your shipped goods, the certificate of origin is a mandatory document in the field of international trade. It notifies the country of manufacture of the goods. It mentions the country where the products are manufactured, not to be mistaken with the origin of the goods. This document is very important to allow exporters and importers to benefit from preferential rates of customs duties, which is advantageous for certain categories of goods.

Restricted and prohibited products

Some goods are subject to strict and specific import restrictions. Some also require licenses and/or permits.

Sometimes some goods are not allowed to enter the import territory.

In the following two lists, you will find a list of goods that have a restriction or even a ban on import.

Cooperation relationship between China and Japan

Signed on November 15, 2020, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership is a free trade agreement between 15 Asian countries. It includes 10 members of ASEAN: Burma, Brunei, Indonesia, Cambodia, Malaysia, Laos, Singapore, the Philippines, Vietnam and Thailand. 5 other countries also join this agreement: Australia, China, Japan, New Zealand and South Korea.

After 8 years of negotiation, it is the most important trade agreement in the world, and will affect more than 2 billion people. Its entry into force is not yet active.

Warehousing and storage

DocShipper offers you a storage service. Our warehouses are strategically located near major Chinese cities and we receive your goods. The storage period is according to your request, before shipping to the destination of your choice. We can also provide you with our services in terms of optimizing your entire container, whether you want to fill a full container or share your container with other suppliers.

For more information about our warehousing services, don't hesitate to visit our page!

Packaging and repackaging

The packaging, as well as the packing, are not to be neglected in the process of shipping your goods. This step guarantees a certain stability of your shipment during its entire journey. It also ensures the protection of your goods.

At DocShipper, our partners provide a quality repackaging service thanks to their professionalism. We also provide you with materials for your goods, such as pallets, cartons, bubble wrap, crates and adhesive tape.

For more information about our packing services, don't hesitate to visit our page!

Transportation insurances

The insurance rate varies depending on the nature of your goods, the insurance company, but also on the type of transport you have chosen to bring your goods to their final destination. By increasing your declared value, you will be able to cover possible damages, as well as more goods. However, be sure to increase this value by a maximum of 20%.

The calculation generally used for transport insurance is as follows

premium rate x amount declared

For more information about our insurance services, don't hesitate to visit our page!

Supplier Management in China

In order to obtain more details about your products, DocShipper will contact your suppliers for you! We make sure that your products also have the necessary certificates of conformity for the approval of your goods in the import territory.

We also offer quality control of your goods. Thus, we make sure of the quality, the state and the packing of the goods.

Finally, we check the size of your products as well as the HS code.

Docshipper has a team that speaks multiple languages! Our experts are fluent in French, English and Mandarin.

For more information about our sourcing services, don't hesitate to visit our page!

3PL Service

Packing, ordering and labeling: Thanks to our warehouse, strategically located in the middle of Europe, in Camporosso in northern Italy, we store your goods and prepare them for delivery throughout Europe. This solution has been designed to save you time, so that you can focus on developing your business.

With this service, we oversee all the steps involved in inventory, storage, packaging, order picking, labeling, and of course distribution.

Delivery of your goods to the last mile: We ensure from our warehouse the shipment of each of your orders in B to C for our e-merchant customers. Thanks to our strategic location, we ensure to deliver your customers within 48 hours maximum.

For more information about our 3PL Services, don't hesitate to visit our page!

FAQ -FREIGHT SHIPPING FROM CHINA TO JAPAN BETWEEN CHINA AND JAPAN | RATES – TRANSIT TIMES – DUTIES & TAXES – ADVICES

What will be the cheapest way to transport my goods between China and Japan?

In order to determine the cheapest way to ship your goods from China to Japan, you need to have some information, such as the volume or weight of your goods. If your goods have a volume of less than 0.5 m3, we recommend that you use express air freight. If the volume of your goods is between 0.5m3 and 2m3, we advise you to use classic air freight. For goods between 2m3 and 14m3, sea freight in groupage will be more interesting, and full container sea freight will be advantageous for your goods with a volume greater than 14m3.

How long will it take to get a transportation quote?

In order to obtain the transport estimate as quickly as possible, you must fill in all the information necessary to process your request. You must therefore provide all the information you have in your possession concerning the goods: weight, dimensions, volume, services requested (air, sea, door to door, with packaging), the desired date of shipment, the delivery address, the pick-up address, the nature of the goods... With the help of all this information, we will be able to provide you with the most accurate quote possible, as soon as possible.

Can I consolidate my shipments from several different suppliers?

With years of experience in international freight forwarding, DocShipper's experts will offer you the best solutions for each of your shipments. We are able to group your orders according to your needs in our warehouses, and coordinate with suppliers to avoid long waits in terms of storage. When your goods arrive at their destination, we take care of separating them, so that each good arrives at its own final destination. For more information on this subject, please contact us.

How does Docshipper oversee the entire purchasing and import process?

Docshipper offers various services to manage your goods from A to Z. Our sourcing department will assist you in your search for a supplier, but also in your purchasing process and the quality control of your products. When your goods are ready to be shipped, our logistics team will take charge of your products and supervise the entire shipping process. Afterwards, our 3PL department can take care of the storage of our European e-tailers' products. From our strategically located warehouse in the center of Europe, Camporosso, Italy, we manage your inventory, label your goods, prepare orders for shipment, and supervise delivery.

How long does customs clearance usually take in Japan?

The time required for customs clearance in Japan may vary depending on various factors such as the nature of the goods, the documentation required and the applicable customs procedures. However, in general, customs clearance in Japan can take from a few hours to a few days. Our customs services help expedite the customs clearance process and ensure that all requirements are met.

Why is shipping from japan so expensive?

Shipping cost from Japan may be higher than other countries due to various factors such as distance, package size, customs tariffs, labor cost. price comparison services or customs brokers like Docshipper to get accurate quotes and choose the best shipping method based on their specific needs.

DocShipper Advise : We help you with the entire sourcing process so don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions!

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	Nagoya	Chiba	Yokohama	Kitakyushu
Shanghai	2	3	3	1
Shenzhen	8	5	5	4
Guangzhou	5	6	6	4
Qingdao	3	3	3	2
Tianjin	3	4	4	2
Ningbo	3	3	3	2
Dalian	3	4	4	2

Freight shipping from china to Japan between China and Japan | Rates – Transit times – Duties & Taxes – Advices

The different methods of transportation between China and Japan?