Container shipping Antwerp to Osaka
You want to ship a container from Antwerp to Osaka (JPOSA)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is great for bulk goods and it is safe. Transporting a container overseas with container cargo or machinery is easy with shippinglines like Wan Hai Lines. They can get you many different sizes and types of shipping containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: (FCL) full containers and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our transport agents you will find lots of practical information regarding international transport Osaka (JP OSA). We share extensive information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. For this we offer a step-by-step import plan. Contact u directly and you will get a competitive quote with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is a good, secure and cost-effective way to import and export goods internationally.
- When you compare it with air shipments, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is an often chosen option for worldwide removals and the transportation of liquid bulk or cars.
- The Port of Osaka is a popular port in Japan.
- Frequently used containers types are: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Osaka (JPOSA) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting large quantities of goods across the sea. Your cargo is loaded into the container. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will reserve a container for you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the departure port Osaka (JP OSA), and will be shipped by sea to the recipient at the POD (port of destination). They provide you options like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below we offer useful information about the port of delivery.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Osaka |
| Country of destination | Japan |
| Port Code | JPOSA |
| Transport Time | +/- 55 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Port address | 1-14-16 Nanko-kita, Suminoe-ku, Osaka, Osaka Pref 559-0034, Japan |
| E-mail address | japan@containershippingservice.com |
| Website | www.optc.or.jp/ |
| Telephone number | 81-6-6615-7211 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Osaka
- Information about your freight
Enter the departing port and destination of shipment. Choose how you want to transport: full containers (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). Also choose the size of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Packing the freight
Primarily, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To avoid nasty accidents, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
- Customs document
When you transport your goods to Osaka (JPOSA), you will have to provide several export documents (for the national customs): packing declaration, bill of lading, packing list, export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a document provided by a carrier to a shipper to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm shows how much responsibility you have for export/import documents, insurances and transport. Much chosen incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use the track and trace service to see where your container is right now. You can get a sms or mail when the shipping is registered at the POO (port of load), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.
Sea freight from Osaka (JPOSA) to Antwerp (BEANR): select the container that suits the freight
You want to ship a container from port of Osaka – (JP OSA) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Make sure you rent a suitable container. They come in different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and different terms and conditions (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the box below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular types in the maritime industry. We are happy to provide you with more information about 40-foot Container.
What you need to know about the twenty foot container
Twenty Foot Containers (a.k.a. dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are quite easy to transport, which ensures low handling costs. Very suitable for the transport of personal effects and movings. Good to know: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box offers a solution for transporting cargo via the ocean.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.100 kg.
Specifications of a forty foot container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. It is especially intended for shipping large sea freight. Good to know: there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ box. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The dimensions are standard: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
- The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
- Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.500 kilogram.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. The advantages are great: efficient transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and it’s more cost-effective. There are also disadvantages: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and you have higher inventory costs. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Osaka (JPOSA) and Hamburg to Osaka (JPOSA).
- The meaning of FCL is: you temporarily own a complete container.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
- Available at: e.g. ONE, Maersk, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM.
What is the meaning of LCL container?
If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, a shared container can be used. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The meaning of LCL is: you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. The advantages of this option include: it’s perfect for shipping small loads, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it is faster during peak-season. Important: if you can fill more than half of a container, then FCL is a better choice. The total shipping costs are related to the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.
- LCL Means that means that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 4 m3 – 13,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- Capabilities at almost all international ports.
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, Evergreen, Wan Hai, HMM, POL.
Other types of containers and customization
There is a wide range of boxes for international cargo shipping. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. Besides this, there are also applications for oil or petroleum, grain, flour, or other special goods. Our specialist has placed a summary below. You can also look further at transport options in Derince (TRDRC), port of Salalah (OMSLL), Kaohsiung (TWKHH) harbor and terminal Chongqing (CNCQI).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
- High-Cube Containers: ideal for secure storage, particularly of valuable equipment or machinery.
- Insulated Containers: for e.g. pharmaceutical products, fresh produce, beverages, frozen goods, and chemicals.
- Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
- Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for storing temperature-sensitive good.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Kind of freight: what do you want to transport by sea?
Shipping stuff by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Osaka (JPOSA) has many benefits: low cost, it is great for transporting bulky goods and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Popular types of ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: roll on/roll off, break bulk, neo bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
- House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped precisely and neatly.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, chemicals, kerosene, petroleum, hydrogen, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and sand, cement, rods, plates.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel has facilities to enable road or rail vehicles to roll on and roll off.
- Breakbulk: are frequently packaged in smaller boxes: bags, boxes, cartons, crates, drums, or barrels/vats.
- Retail & other: cargo like electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, sports equipment, toys + shoes, food, furniture, machines, fashion.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Osaka takes on average 55 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 13000 nautical miles. This is equivalent to 24076 kilometers. If you make a sea shipment, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. The shipping time is determined on the basis of the boat speed, wind force and wind direction and delay at the port.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Osaka (Japan) are relatively cheap. The total cost depends on various parts such as cargo type, period of the year and conditions. Message us for current rates and transit times.
When you are exporting goods to Osaka, then customs clearance is an important step. You will need the following documentation: Bill of Lading, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate. For more information about these duties please contact the customs of Japan or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.optc.or.jp/).
Incoterms describe all tasks, risks, and costs associated with the transaction of goods worldwide. For sea transportation, we usually use FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter pays for delivering the goods to the port of destination specified by the buyer. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller has the responsibility for the freight until all cargo is on the ship. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR).