Question 1

What is the 3 year rule for cars in Japan?

Accepted Answer

Three years after purchase, every new car has to go through an expensive inspection process, and once every two years after that. Furthermore, vehicles older than 10 years have to pass the inspection every year. As a result, most car owners in Japan write off their cars after 10 years and buy new ones.

Question 2

Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

What is the cheapest way to import a car from Japan?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest way to import a car from Japan involves DIY logistics with shared container shipping, handling customs/paperwork yourself (if comfortable), choosing a nearby port, and focusing on budget-friendly cars like Kei trucks when the yen is weak, but be aware that a full DIY approach risks costly errors; using a reputable, but inexpensive auction agent/broker for specific tasks (like auction bidding) and then managing port pickup and customs entry (formal or informal) yourself often balances cost with risk.

Question 4

How much does it cost to ship something to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

Sending a package to Vietnam costs anywhere from ~$10 for a small, light item (1lb) via budget options to $100+ for heavier or expedited shipments, depending heavily on carrier (USPS, FedEx, DHL, UPS), weight, size, and speed, with USPS offering cheaper basic mail and premium services for faster delivery. For example, a 1lb package might be around $11-$20, while a 10lb package could range from $80 to over $100, with potential for extra duties/taxes on valuable items.

Question 5

How much does shipping cost from Japan?

Accepted Answer

Shipping from Japan varies widely, but expect $20-$40 for small items via slower mail (like Japan Post's Small Packet/Airmail) and potentially $50-$100+ for heavier or faster shipments (EMS, DHL, FedEx), depending heavily on weight, size (dimensional weight matters for couriers), destination, and speed, with costs rising significantly with size/weight and decreasing with patience for slow mail.

Question 6

How long does international shipping take from Japan?

Accepted Answer

How long does it take to ship from Japan to the USA? Rules of thumbs for lead times (in regular conditions) are 1-2 weeks for regular post, 3 days for air express freight, 8-10 days for air freight, and 30-40 days for ocean freight.

Question 7

How does Yamato Transport work?

Accepted Answer

Yamato Transport's luggage forwarding ( TA-Q-BIN ) makes travel in Japan hands-free by delivering your large bags ahead to hotels, airports, or other locations, usually with next-day service, letting you travel light on trains. You drop off luggage at hotels, convenience stores, or Yamato offices, fill out a purple waybill with the destination address (hotel, airport, etc.) and desired delivery date, pay, and it arrives by the next day, often with options for same-day delivery to certain areas or for specific items like skis/golf clubs.

Question 8

What is an average cost to move a piano?

Accepted Answer

Moving a piano costs about $400 on average. However, costs vary depending on several factors, such as cost per mile (the starting price is about $50), the type of piano (a grand piano is typically high-priced), height and weight, ease of access, and the need for disassembly and reassembly.

Question 9

Is a piano dolly better than hiring movers?

Accepted Answer

Lifting such a monstrous piece of equipment is back-breaking work, even if you're only lifting it onto a dolly. Many times, confident homeowners attempt to lift a piano and not only damage the instrument but injure themselves. Next time, err on the side of caution: let professionals handle the heavy lifting instead.

Question 10

How much does it cost to ship a piano internationally?

Accepted Answer

On average, you'll pay between $2,000 to $5,000 for overseas shipping of an upright piano. This price typically includes basic packing, transportation, and standard insurance. However, costs fluctuate significantly based on the specific destination and chosen shipping method.

Question 11

What is the best way to transport gym equipment?

Accepted Answer

But make sure they do not get exposed on the trunk. Moving tip protect any moving parts anything that could actually move when it's already put on the truck. Remember not following this tip.

Question 12

How much does it cost to move an elliptical machine?

Accepted Answer

Moving an elliptical can cost anywhere from $50 for local help to $200-$500+ for professional movers, depending on distance, complexity, and if disassembly is needed; local tasks on apps might be $50-$100, while specialized movers for heavy machines can charge $150-$400+, with prices rising for long distances or complex jobs.

Question 13

What can I use to move heavy gym equipment?

Accepted Answer

Furniture sliders are great if you're just trying to get something from one end of a room to another. Moving dollies can be helpful if you're moving a lot of equipment, as this gives you more control and helps you limit damage.

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