Container shipping Rotterdam to Tokyo

Do you need to ship a container from Rotterdam to Tokyo (JPTYO)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it’s transparant and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Transporting a container overseas with liquids or vehicles is very easy with e.g. Shandong International Transportation Corporation. You can book all kind of containers. A big difference is being made between Full Container Load (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via our experts we give lots of practical information for international transport Tokyo (JP TYO). We share knowledge and comprehensive information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. Further on you can read a step-by-step export plan. Describe what you want to transport and you will get a competitive quote with low prices and great conditions.

Ocean shipping is a fast, safe and cheap way to transport bulk containers.
When we compare this to air freight, there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
Sea freight is great for international removals and the transit of refrigerated cargo or consumer goods.
The Port of Tokyo is one of the biggest ports of Japan.
We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Hard-Top, Insulated, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Tank, Refrigerated containers.

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Shipping to Tokyo (JPTYO) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your personal stuff is wrapped up in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) ensures that a container is ready. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Tokyo (JP TYO), and will be shipped by sea to the customs at the port of destination. You can book various solutions like port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the table below we offer useful information about the arrival port.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Tokyo
Country of destination	Japan
Port Code	JPTYO
Transport Time	+/- 56 days
Shipping costs	$
Local address	8-1 Nishishinjuku 2-chome Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 163-8001, Japan
Mail	japan@containershippingservice.com
Website	www.kouwan.metro.tokyo.jp
Phone	81-3-5320-5524

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Tokyo

Details of your shipment
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the arrival port. Specify your preference: full containers (FCL) or LCL (Less than Container Load). You can also choose the size of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Loading and labeling the freight
Firstly, make sure the freight is packed securely. To avoid damage, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
Documents Required for Exporting
If you want to send goods to Tokyo (JPTYO), you should think about several export documents (for correct national customs papers): bill of lading, packing list, packing declaration, commercial invoice, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to acknowledge that they have received the goods and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm states who takes care of, among other things, the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use the track and trace service to see where your cargo is right now. You can check the status when the load is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.

Sea freight from Tokyo (JPTYO) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): find a suitable container

You are going to ship a container from port of Tokyo – (JP TYO) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Make sure you book the right container for your cargo. They are available in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and methods (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). Major shipping lines that sail here include APL, Evergreen, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, NYK, OOCL, ZIM. Well-known cities around the harbor are Tokyo, Kawaguchi, Soka, Urayasu, Toda, Hatogaya, Warabi, Urayasu, Matsudo, Ichikawa, Wako, Asaka, Misato, Koshigaya, Nagareyama, Musashino, Komae, Funabashi, Yoshikawa, Mitaka. In the next section you can compare all types and read more about the most common sizes and types. You can also click through to our page about FCL Shipping.

Information and benefits of 20 ft container

20-foot containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most commonly used size. They are quite easy to transport, which means they are cheaper to ship. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal effects or international removals. Nice to know: TEU abbreviation stands for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit.

This box is widely used for sending goods overseas.
The size of a 20-foot container is: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
The maximum load is about +/- 27.500 kg.

Explanation of the forty foot container

The 40 foot container is the largest of the standard shipping containers. He can hold much more cargo. This makes it a very popular choice for shipping large quantities of goods. Moreover, there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ edition. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.

They are ideal for big shipments.
The dimensions are the same internationally: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
The maximum load is +/- 28.600 kilogram.

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What does FCL container mean in shipping?

If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. This has multiple advantages: It guarantees a faster transit time, damage is lessened and you take advantage of economies of scale. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is unsuitable for small goods exporters and less convenient delivery options. Departing from another port? Also check out Antwerp to Tokyo (JPTYO) and Hamburg to Tokyo (JPTYO).

The premise of FCL is that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, Maersk, ONE.

Details about Less than container (LCL)

If a large full container is unnecessary, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The idea of LCL is that you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. There are many positive aspects to mention like: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Worth mentioning: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then FCL is a better choice. LCL cost is calculated by the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.

With LCL transport, your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
A good solution for shipping volumes between 4 m3 and 14,5 m3.
You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
Easier to book during peak season.
Available at: e.g. POL, Wan Hai, Yang Ming, Evergreen, HMM.

Other special types of containers

There exist a lot of box-types for ocean transport. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The most common type is the Dry van. There are innovative and special constructions for oils, wheat, barley and cocoa or very exclusive stuff. We explain everything below. Also check other destinations such as Willemstad (ANCUR), port of Marseille (FRMRS), Haydarpasa (TRHAY) harbor and terminal Tunis (TNTUN).

Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
High-Cube Containers: ideal for secure storage, particularly of valuable equipment or machinery.
Insulated Containers: ideal for Storage or Shipping Dry Goods.

Open-Top Containers: for heavy goods which are difficult to be loaded sideways.
Palletwide Containers: are adequate for shipping Euro-pallets because of the interior dimensions.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
Ventilated Containers: the best option for for organic products.

Kind of cargo: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?

Exporting goods by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Tokyo (JPTYO) has many benefits: it is very efficient, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. Frequently chosen ocean cargo transported by sea include: dry bulk, liquid bulk, containerized, break bulk, neo bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
House Moving: affordable and reliable way for international relocations.
Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, kerosene, biofuels, chemicals, petroleum, diesel.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like sand, sugar, cement, plates.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel for wheeled freight-carrying equipment.
Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
Retail & other: items like toys, electronic goods, sports equipment, art and antiques, medical/pharmacy + fashion, drinks, food, shoes, furniture.

All about international transport (FAQ)

What is the estimated transit time from Rotterdam to Tokyo?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Tokyo takes approximately 56 days. The total distance is approx. 13500 nautical miles (NM). This is equivalent to 25002 km. When you have booked a sea freight you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA It is the date and time that the vessel has been scheduled to arrive into port. The exact shipping time depends on condition of the hull and the propeller, sea weather condition and type of cargo.

What are the average costs of shipping a container to Tokyo (JPTYO)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Tokyo (Japan) are relatively cheap. The total cost is determined by various components as cargo type, shipping time and pickup charges and Fill in the request form for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.

What customs documents do i need?

When transporting goods to Tokyo, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents are required: Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, then we advise you to contact the customs of Japan or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.kouwan.metro.tokyo.jp).

What incoterm is best for my business?

The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. Popular terms for waterway transportation are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party pays for covering the costs, insurance, and freight of the buyer’s shipment while in transit to the required port. Free on Board (FOB) means the selling party is fully liable for the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).