Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Tokyo to Jacksonville, Florida

Collection to port (JP): $200–$500. U.S. delivery: Typically $800–$1,200 (distance/equipment dependent). State registration/taxes: Registration $100–$800 plus state/local sales tax ; kei cars and RHD may face state-specific rules. Transport coverage: International coverage typically 0.5–2% of vehicle value.

As your car enters the port warehouse, the vehicle is prepped for shipment. Then as the ship leaves the port, you will receive a Bill of Lading and notification with the ETA. How long does it take to import a car from Japan to the USA? Shipping a car from Japan will take on average 8-10 weeks.

Japan's "3-year car rule" refers to the mandatory, costly vehicle inspection called Shaken, where new passenger cars first get a 3-year certificate, then renew every 2 years, encouraging frequent car replacement and boosting the used car export market, rather than a strict scrapping law. This system, along with higher taxes on older cars, makes it economically sensible for many owners to trade in before major maintenance, creating a large supply of relatively young used vehicles.