Shipping Cars to Port of Yokohama, Yokohama
Japan · UN/LOCODE JPYOK
The Port of Yokohama, on Tokyo Bay, is one of Japan's largest and most technologically advanced ports, and the primary discharge point The Ship Cars uses for UK vehicle shipments to Japan, mainly classic, modified and specialist right-hand drive cars sought by Japanese collectors and enthusiasts.. See our shipping to Japan guide or request a quote.
Services
Container (FCL & shared)
Transit Time
30–38 days from Southampton via Suez Canal transhipment
UK Ports
Southampton, Tilbury
Region
Asia
Overview
The Port of Yokohama, on Tokyo Bay, is one of Japan's largest and most technologically advanced ports, and the primary discharge point The Ship Cars uses for UK vehicle shipments to Japan, mainly classic, modified and specialist right-hand drive cars sought by Japanese collectors and enthusiasts.
Terminal & Vessel Facilities
Yokohama's Honmoku and Daikoku container terminals handle vehicle containers with highly efficient customs processing, reflecting Japan's advanced port infrastructure. Bonded storage and vehicle inspection facilities support the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) compliance process required before road registration.
Typical Transit Time from the UK
30–38 days from Southampton via Suez Canal transhipment.
UK departure ports served: Southampton, Tilbury.
Customs & Clearance Notes
Japan Customs requires an import declaration and payment of consumption tax (10%), with most passenger vehicles otherwise attracting no import duty under Japan's tariff schedule. Vehicles must pass a Shaken (vehicle inspection) and, in most cases, comply with MLIT technical standards before registration, though genuine classic and rare vehicles are a well-established and welcomed import category among Japanese enthusiasts.
Collection & Storage
Free storage at Yokohama is typically 5–7 days before demurrage applies. Given Japan's efficient customs processing, clearance is usually fast provided import declarations and consumption tax payment are prepared in advance of arrival.