Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Tokyo to Minneapolis, Minnesota

Shipping a car from Japan to the U.S. generally costs $2,000 to $5,000+ for just ocean freight, with total landed costs often ranging from $4,000 to over $10,000, depending heavily on vehicle type, shipping method (shared container vs. RORO), distance, customs, and final U.S. state registration fees, with duties typically 2.5% (cars) or 25% (trucks) of the car's value.

Make sure vehicles conform with DOT and EPA standards. Identify your responsibilities for your imported vehicles. Coordinate the transportation details. Obtain and fill out required documentation.

Budget: The shorter the distance, the more cost-effective it is to drive instead of ship your car. Regardless of the total distance, look at your total moving budget and how much you can afford to spend on car shipping services compared to a cross-country drive.