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Export destinations

Export Used Cars from Japan Worldwide

We ship to Africa, Asia, the Middle East, the Caribbean, New Zealand and beyond with Japan’s leading shipping companies.

Where we ship

Five markets, one dependable partner

Import rules — vehicle age, engine size, emissions and steering side — vary from country to country. Tell us your destination port before you buy.

AfricaMiddle EastAsiaCaribbeanNew Zealand
RoRo vessel loading Japanese used cars for export

Africa

Right-hand-drive Japanese vehicles are a natural fit for many East, Southern and West African markets. Popular choices include Toyota Hilux, Land Cruiser Prado, Probox, Vitz and Honda Fit.

Used Japanese cars lined up at an export port ready for shipping

Asia

From compact kei cars to hybrids and trucks, Japanese used vehicles are in demand across South and Southeast Asia. Tell us your country and we will advise on age and engine-size rules.

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado SUVs exported from Japan

Middle East

Toyota Land Cruiser, Prado, Lexus SUVs and rugged pickups remain favourites across the Gulf and wider Middle East.

Toyota Aqua hybrid used car from Japan

Caribbean

Fuel-efficient hybrids, compact hatchbacks and family minivans suit the islands. Right-hand-drive markets such as Jamaica, Guyana and Trinidad & Tobago frequently import from Japan.

Red Nissan Note hatchback from Japan

New Zealand

New Zealand is one of the biggest markets for Japanese used cars. Right-hand-drive hatchbacks, hybrids like the Aqua and Prius, and SUVs such as the Harrier and Forester are in steady demand. We help with compliance paperwork and shipping to Auckland, Tauranga and other ports.

Container ship at sea carrying export cargo

And More

Don’t see your country? We ship worldwide. Tell us your destination port and we will confirm import rules, vehicle suitability and shipping options before you buy.

Shipping methods

RoRo or container — your choice

RoRo (roll-on/roll-off) is the most economical way to ship standard vehicles. Container shipping offers extra protection for high-value vehicles and lets you consolidate cars or parts. Read our full comparison: RoRo vs container shipping.

Once your vehicle is loaded we share the vessel name, schedule and tracking number, and courier the original documents (DHL/FedEx) so you can clear customs on arrival.

Car carrier truck transporting used cars to a Japanese export port
Import checklist

Before you export a used car from Japan

To export used cars from Japan smoothly, check these points with your customs authority or clearing agent before choosing a vehicle:

  • Maximum vehicle age: many countries limit imports to cars of a certain age.
  • Engine size and emissions: some markets cap engine capacity or require specific emission standards.
  • Steering side: Japanese domestic-market cars are right-hand drive; confirm your country allows them.
  • Documents: Export Certificate, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice and — where required — an Inspection Certificate.
  • Duties and taxes: budget for import duty, port charges and registration in your country.

We provide shipping to a wide range of ports and can advise on suitable vehicles for your market. Read more in our guide to the best Japanese used cars for Africa, understand FOB, CIF and CNF pricing, and then send us your inquiry.

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Send us your preferred make, model and budget. We reply with matching vehicles, auction sheets and a full CIF quotation.

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