Import Guides for Japanese Car Buyers
Expert articles on Import Guides, written for people buying and importing used vehicles from Japan.
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What Does Shaken Mean When Buying a Used Car from Japan?
Shaken is Japan's periodic vehicle inspection. It documents conformity on a date — not future reliability, service histo...
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Write a Japanese Car Sourcing Brief That Survives ‘Unavailable’
Separate must-haves, preferences and approved substitutes so your Japanese car search stays disciplined when a vehicle i...
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Port Collection Checklist for an Imported Japanese Car
Prepare release documents, charges, condition evidence and safe onward transport for collecting an imported Japanese car...
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Buying a Modified Japanese Car: Build the Evidence File First
Build a modification dossier, arrange the right inspection and confirm destination approval before importing a modified...
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Spare Keys and Accessories: Confirm What Travels With an Export Car
Confirm spare keys, cables, tools and accessories with a vehicle-specific inventory covering evidence, sale inclusion, c...
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Manufacture Year vs First Registration vs Document Issue Date: What's the Difference?
Manufacture year, first registration and certificate issue date answer different questions. Label each date by its sourc...
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USD or JPY? How to Compare Japanese Car Export Quotes Fairly
Compare USD and JPY Japanese car export quotes on equal terms, including scope, exchange rates, fees, timing and a trans...
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Which Pre-Shipment Inspection Does Your Car Need?
The required pre-shipment inspection for a Japanese used car depends on the destination, vehicle class and current appro...
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How Long Does It Take to Ship a Car From Japan?
Shipping a car from Japan usually takes about two to six weeks at sea, but the complete purchase-to-collection journey o...
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Documents Needed to Import a Car From Japan
The documents needed to import a car from Japan normally include a commercial invoice, Japan export certificate, bill of...
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How Do You Read a Japanese Auction Sheet's Grades, Notes and Damage Map?
Read a Japanese auction sheet by checking identity, grades, inspector comments and the damage map together. Grade defini...
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