Chiyo Aki

Shipping Information

Everything you need to know about how we get your vehicle from auction to your doorstep.

How It Works

01

Purchase & Payment

Select your vehicle and complete payment via bank transfer. You'll receive a proforma invoice and payment confirmation.

02

Inspection & Preparation

Your vehicle undergoes a pre-export inspection and is prepared for shipping including deregistration and export documentation.

03

Loading & Departure

Your vehicle is loaded onto the vessel (RoRo or container) at the port of departure. You'll receive the Bill of Lading and tracking info.

04

Ocean Transit

Your vehicle is in transit. Shipping times vary by destination, typically 4–10 weeks depending on the route and shipping method.

05

Arrival & Clearance

Upon arrival at the destination port, you or your agent will handle customs clearance using the documents we provide.

Estimated Delivery Times

RegionEstimated Time
East Africa4–6 weeks
Middle East3–5 weeks
Southeast Asia2–4 weeks
Pacific Islands4–6 weeks
Caribbean8–10 weeks
Europe6–8 weeks

Ports of Departure

Vehicles are shipped from major Japanese ports including Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka, and Kobe. The port of departure depends on the vehicle's location and the shipping route to your destination.