Ocean Freight Route

KobeNewark

JPUKB
USNWK
Distance
6,000 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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See specialized logistics solutions for moving freight between Japan and United States.

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

JP
Origin Port

Kobe

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Modern container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
  • Extensive on-dock rail and road connections to the Kansai hinterland
  • Dedicated ro-ro and automobile handling berths
  • Seismic-resistant quay structures and reclaimed island facilities

Key Exports

Automobiles and automotive partsMachinery and industrial equipmentSteel and metal productsElectronics and electrical componentsChemicals and specialty materials

Export Compliance

Shipments must comply with Japanese export control laws, including strategic items regulations.

US
Destination Port

Newark

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Large-scale container berths with large vessel access
  • Integrated rail intermodal facilities connecting to key U.S. inland hubs
  • Advanced container terminals with high-reach quay cranes
  • Seamless highway access via the New Jersey Turnpike and local expressway network

Key Imports

Consumer electronics and appliancesApparel, footwear, and textilesFurniture and household goodsAutomotive vehicles and partsFood products and perishables

Import Regulations

Imported goods are subject to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) rules, including accurate entry documentation and on-time filings.

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