Ocean Freight · Japan → Mexico
Ocean Freight from Japan to Mexico
20 port combinations connect Japan and Mexico in our network. The shortest, Yokohama → Ensenada, is 4,987 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 12–33 days port to port.
- Distance
- 4,987 nm
- Transit
- 12–33 days
- Service
- FCL & LCL
Lane at a glance
Route facts
GoForwarder books full-container (FCL) and consolidated (LCL) space on this lane, coordinates pickup and export in Japan, and hands the cargo to import clearance and final delivery in Mexico.
- Origin
- Japan
- Destination
- Mexico
- Distance
- from 4,987 nm (9,236 km)
- Estimated transit
- 12–33 days
- Routing via
- Panama Canal
- Equipment
- FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main port pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yokohama | Ensenada | 4,987 nm | 12–20 days |
| Tokyo | Ensenada | 4,998 nm | 12–20 days |
| Yokohama | Mazatlán | 5,877 nm | 14–22 days |
| Tokyo | Mazatlán | 5,888 nm | 15–22 days |
| Yokohama | Guaymas | 6,101 nm | 15–23 days |
| Tokyo | Guaymas | 6,112 nm | 15–23 days |
| Yokohama | Manzanillo | 6,126 nm | 15–23 days |
| Yokohama | Lázaro Cárdenas | 6,126 nm | 15–23 days |
| Tokyo | Manzanillo | 6,137 nm | 15–23 days |
| Tokyo | Lázaro Cárdenas | 6,137 nm | 15–23 days |
| Yokohama | Progreso | 8,879 nm | 22–31 days |
| Tokyo | Progreso | 8,890 nm | 22–31 days |
| Yokohama | Coatzacoalcos | 9,240 nm | 23–32 days |
| Tokyo | Coatzacoalcos | 9,251 nm | 23–33 days |
| Yokohama | Veracruz | 9,280 nm | 23–33 days |
| Tokyo | Veracruz | 9,291 nm | 23–33 days |
| Yokohama | Altamira | 9,324 nm | 23–33 days |
| Yokohama | Tampico | 9,324 nm | 23–33 days |
| Tokyo | Altamira | 9,335 nm | 23–33 days |
| Tokyo | Tampico | 9,335 nm | 23–33 days |
How it works
From quote to delivery
- 01
Quote and booking
Send cargo details on WhatsApp; we confirm the rate and book vessel space from Japan.
- 02
Pickup and export clearance
We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in Japan.
- 03
Ocean transit
Sailing Japan → Mexico: about 12–33 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Mexico, coordinated with our customs broker partners.
- 05
Final delivery
Drayage from the terminal to your warehouse, with proof of delivery.
Checklist
Documents and cost drivers
Documents to import into Mexico
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- Pedimento (import declaration) filed by a licensed Mexican customs broker
- MVE — Electronic Value Declaration (Manifestación de Valor Electrónica)
- Importer registered in the Padrón de Importadores (SAT)
- Certificate of origin (USMCA or other FTA) to claim a preferential tariff
- NOM compliance / permits when the tariff code requires them
What drives the price on this lane
- Base ocean freight (per container for FCL, per CBM for LCL)
- Bunker / fuel surcharges (BAF) and peak-season surcharges
- Terminal handling at origin and destination (THC)
- Documentation and B/L fees
- Customs clearance at both ends
- Drayage from the port to the final address
- Cargo insurance
- Mexican import duties and taxes: IGI, DTA and 16% VAT
Mexico · DOF
Exchange rate used for Mexican customs
$18.0710 MXN
USD FIX published in the DOF on September 30, 2026
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does ocean freight from Japan to Mexico take?+
Estimated transit is 12–33 days port to port. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.
How far is Japan from Mexico?+
The shortest pair is 4,987 nm (9,236 km) by sea via the Panama Canal.
How much does ocean freight from Japan to Mexico cost?+
It depends on container size or volume (CBM), the season and surcharges. Send your cargo details on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.
FCL or LCL — which one do I need?+
Below roughly 15 m³, consolidated LCL is usually cheaper. Above that, a 20-foot container starts to pay off; a 40-foot container fits about 67 m³.
What documents do I need to import into Mexico?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); Pedimento (import declaration) filed by a licensed Mexican customs broker; MVE — Electronic Value Declaration (Manifestación de Valor Electrónica).
Do you handle Mexican customs?+
Yes. We coordinate the customs clearance in Mexico with licensed customs broker partners, so freight and customs move under one quote.
From Japan to other destinations in Mexico
Other origins in Japan to Mexico
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.