Container shipping Hamburg to Hososhima

Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Hamburg to Hososhima (JPHSM)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is economical and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Transporting a container by sea with ro-ro or personal goods can be done via e.g. Wan Hai Lines. Freight forwarders offer all kind of containers. An important distinction is a complete full container (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our freight forwarders we share helpful information regarding international transport Hososhima (JP HSM). We provide you with inside-information about the different types of containers. You will also find a export plan in 5 steps. Send you shipping details and we will send a quote with extensive pricing details.

Ocean shipping is an innovative, staunch and low cost-way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
When we compare it to air transport, you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
Sea freight is an often chosen option for worldwide movings and importing vegetables or furniture.
The Port of Hososhima is one of the biggest ports of Japan.
You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Open-Top, Tank, Refrigerated containers.

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Shipping to Hososhima (JPHSM) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective option to ship goods internationally. Your products are put on a container with pellets. The freight forwarder (the middleman) have a special container prepared. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Hososhima (JP HSM), and will be shipped by sea to the importer at the arrival port. You can book various solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the list below you will find important information about the port of discharge.

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Hososhima
Country of destination	Japan
Port Code	JPHSM
Transport Time	+/- 57 days
Shipping rates	$
Office address	Port Administration Office, 17371-2 Shinkai, Hichiya, Hyuga City, Miyazaki 883-0062, Japan
E-mail	japan@containershippingservice.com
Website	www.japan.go.jp
Phone	81982525366

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Hososhima

Enter freight details
Enter the departing port and the destination harbor. Determine the desired transport method: a full container for yourself (FCL) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). Also choose the size of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Packing the freight
To begin, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To transport the cargo in good condition, it is a good idea to use pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
Customs documents and procedures
When you transport your cargo to Hososhima (JPHSM), you will have to provide various export documents (for the purpose of national customs): export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing declaration, certificates of origin, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper describing the correct state of goods and that everything is ready to ship.
Incoterms for your freight
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm shows who bears responsibility for e.g. shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. The most common incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Cargo Track & Trace
Use cargo tracking to check where your shipment is at this moment. You can check easily when the vessel is departed from POL (Port of loading), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.

Sea freight from Hososhima (JPHSM) to Hamburg (DEHAM): pick a container

Are you planning to ship a container from port of Hososhima – (JP HSM) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? The first step is to find the right container type. They are available in different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). Several major international shipping lines operate here. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. In the text box below we put everything together and offer information about the most common sizes and types. Our specialists also provide details about Air Freight.

Explanation of the 20 FT container

20-foot containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are quite easy to transport, which results in lower shipping costs. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal items and international removals. What you might not know: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.

This box is a very suitable choice for sending goods with transport ships.
A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.200 kg.

Information and benefits of 40 FT container

The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it very economical for shipping large volumes of cargo. In conclusion, you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ variant. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.

Often chosen for large loads.
The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.700 kg.

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What does FCL container mean in shipping?

When you need a lot of container space, then it is usually better to book a full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. The benefits are great: Usually a faster transit time, less potential for damage and you take advantage of economies of scale. There are also disadvantages: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and unloading can be a hassle. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Antwerp to Hososhima (JPHSM) and Rotterdam to Hososhima (JPHSM).

The goal of FCL is that you have the entire container space to yourself.
Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
Available at: e.g. MSC, ONE, COSCO, Maersk, CMA CGM.

When is a LCL container a good choice?

If you do not need a full container, a shared container can be used. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. LCL means that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. The advantages of this option include: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Pay attention: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The shipping rates are based on volume and weight.

What we mean by LCL is that you reserve space in a partial container.
The best choice for a charge between 4 m3 & 15,5 m3.
Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
Easier to find space during peak season.
Available at: e.g. POL, HMM, Yang Ming, Evergreen, Wan Hai.

Information about other types of containers

You can choose from many types of boxes for shipping your items. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. There are specially developed transport options for oil or petroleum, vegetables and fruit or very expensive items. Our expert has laid out a list below. You can also look further at transport options in Maracaibo (VEMAR), port of Ha Kwai Chung (HKHKC), New York (USNYC) harbor and terminal Sattahip (THSAT).

Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
Hard-Top Containers: the walls are generally made of corrugated steel.
High-Cube Containers: perfect for carrying larger sized cargo and storing bigger items.
Insulated Containers: a type of packaging used to ship temperature sensitive products.

Open-Top Containers: for heavy goods which are difficult to be loaded sideways.
Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.

Kind of freight: what are you going to transport?

Importing stuff by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Hososhima (JPHSM) has many benefits: low tariffs, high sea vessel load capacity and it’s better for the environment than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo transported by sea include: break bulk, neo bulk, roll on/roll off, dry bulk, containerized. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
House Moving: fast and cheap way for international relocations.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, kerosene, gasoline, biofuels, petroleum, hydrogen.
Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also salt, plates, sugar, rods.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
Breakbulk: are frequently packaged in smaller boxes: bags, boxes, cartons, crates, drums, or barrels/vats.
Retail & other: freight like art and antiques, clothes, toys, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy or food, shoes, furniture, fashion, machines.

All about international transport (FAQ)

What is the estimated transit time from Hamburg to Hososhima?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Hososhima takes approx 57 days. The distance between the two ports is about 13600 nautical miles. This is equivalent to 25187 km. When you ship a sea container, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: condition of the hull, wind force and wind direction and type and weight of cargo.

How expensive is shipping a container to Hososhima (JPHSM)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Hososhima (Japan) are relatively cheap. The total cost is subject to various factors such as type of container, season and supply and demand. Feel free to contact us for a price proposal and transit times.

Which customs documents do I need for a shipment?

When sending goods to Hososhima, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Packing List, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice. For more substantive information and tips you can contact the customs of Japan or view the website of the port/government (www.japan.go.jp).

What are Incoterms, and which one is the best to ship with

The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party arranges the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the port of destination specified by the buyer. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT) and Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).