Ocean Freight Route

KobeSeattle

JPUKB
USSEA
Distance
4,353 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

Seattle

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Several deep-water container berths capable of handling Post-Panamax vessels
  • Integrated rail connections linking marine terminals to major Class I railroads
  • Advanced container terminals with high-capacity ship-to-shore gantry cranes
  • Direct access to Interstate highways supporting regional ground distribution

Key Imports

Consumer goods and retail merchandiseMachinery and industrial equipmentElectronics and electrical appliancesAutomotive parts and vehiclesFurniture and household goods

Import Regulations

Imported goods must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, including accurate AMS and ISF filings.

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