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title: "Japan"
description: "Flexport ships freight to and from Japan, handling ocean, air, and customs brokerage for imports, exports, and intra-Asia trade lanes."
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canonical: https://www.flex.thisisbrew.com/company/global-network/japan/
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# Japan

## Connecting Japan and the world, both ways

Shipping freight from or to Japan? Use the international freight forwarder with the world-class technology and local footprint to make Japan a more valuable part of your supply chain.

[Start Here](https://www.flex.thisisbrew.com/get-started/)

## Japan shipping keys to success

Insist on full visibility from origin to destination for all shipments. Proactively manage suppliers with automated order management, while closing any gaps with logistics partners. Flexport’s platform for global logistics puts it all within reach.

[Watch Here](https://www.flex.thisisbrew.com/logistics/product-demo-video/)

## The Flexport Platform, by the numbers

**80+** — Countries using the Flexport platform
**230K+** — Commercial invoice and packing lists digitized
**5.5M+** — Milestone updates applied

## Approach Japan with insight

**Local network, global capability** — Our Japan-based team pairs deep local network knowledge with strong customs compliance and core Full Container Load (FCL) and air freight capabilities, built for how Japan actually ships.
**Beware extreme events** — In addition to typhoon season from May to October, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and tsunamis are known risks that require agile in-country partners.
**Customs can be extra complex** — Japan keeps tight control of its borders, sometimes layering in unfamiliar customs procedures. Flexport’s technology and customs brokers minimize surprises.

## Grow your Japan trade strategy

Japan imports as much as it exports, from food and machinery components to raw materials, and moves plenty of cargo within Asia and to Europe. Flexport helps you grow all of it.

![Two bar charts of Japan's top export and import products, sourced from Japan Customs](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/ynj1yl20/development/b541982472d3ec490248b00b7583ce60d8c93dd0-5760x2192.png)

[Talk to an Expert](https://www.flex.thisisbrew.com/get-started/)

## Dedicated customer service, backed by data

Always-on access to a dedicated service team that sees the data you see: real-time tracking, exception alerts, inventory insights. So every conversation is in context. And every interaction is more productive.

![Man in plaid shirt and glasses talks on a phone while using a laptop beside storage shelves](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/ynj1yl20/development/b63f3729360ee7109f0ef894d9d93820af8b8b10-1587x800.jpg)

## See what Flexport can do for your supply chain

Talk to a Flexport expert and get a plan built around your lanes, your volume, and your deadlines.

[Get Started](https://www.flex.thisisbrew.com/get-started/)

## Extra advantage in every mode

**Ocean freight**
When shipping to or from Japan, Flexport’s Ocean services offer more visibility, reliability, and savings potential.
[Learn More](https://www.flex.thisisbrew.com/products/ocean-freight/)

**Air freight**
Get Japan-tailored solutions—backed by data and led by experts—to optimize your air strategy and increase ROI.
[Learn More](https://www.flex.thisisbrew.com/products/air-freight/)

**Ground transportation**
Gain transparency and peace of mind with our integrated tracking tools and our vetted transport partners.
[Learn More](https://www.flex.thisisbrew.com/products/trucking/)

**Global trade**
Use the customs brokerage and trade advisory powered by experts in using data to unlock cost savings and strategic advantage.
[Learn More](https://www.flex.thisisbrew.com/products/customs/)

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