Ocean Freight Route

NagoyaTacoma

JPNGO
USSEA
Distance
4,286 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

JP
Origin Port

Nagoya

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Extensive container terminals with large gantry cranes
  • Dedicated automobile and Ro-Ro berths for vehicle logistics
  • Deep-water berths capable of handling long-haul container vessels
  • Integrated rail and expressway access enabling efficient hinterland distribution

Key Exports

Automobiles and automotive partsMachinery and industrial equipmentElectronics and electrical componentsSteel and metal productsChemicals and petrochemical products

Export Compliance

Shipments must comply with Japanese export control regulations, including strategic items under METI oversight.

US
Destination Port

Tacoma

Infrastructure Highlights

  • A range of deep-water container berths capable of handling Post-Panamax vessels
  • Direct rail facilities connecting to Class I railroads for inland distribution
  • Upgraded container yards with on-terminal reefer plug capacity for refrigerated cargo
  • Heavy-duty ship-to-shore gantry cranes supporting high-volume container operations

Key Imports

Consumer goods (electronics, appliances, retail merchandise)Automobiles and vehicle partsMachinery and capital equipmentFurniture and household goodsTextiles, apparel, and footwear

Import Regulations

All inbound cargo must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements, including timely filing of the Importer Security Filing (ISF) for ocean shipments.

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