Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from London to Tokyo

Japan's "3-year car rule" refers to the mandatory Shaken (vehicle inspection) system, where new cars get their first inspection after 3 years, then every 2 years, with the high cost and complexity encouraging many owners to trade in vehicles, creating a large used car market, especially for export. This cycle of frequent, costly checks and increasing taxes incentivizes high car turnover, unlike in countries where cars are kept longer.

IMPORTING MOTOR VEHICLES You can import a used car or motor cycle “duty free” provided that the vehicle is at least 6 months old. Make sure to fill out the customs declaration form and keep a copy when you enter Japan. Required documentation for vehicle import is as follows: Customs Declaration Form C-5360 (See above)

Shipping Your Car to Japan? Car Shipping from the USA to Japan starts at a cost of $1,095 USD with an estimated turnaround time of 4-6 weeks, depending on the make and model of the car, the port of origin, and the method of shipment.