Description: We specialize in exporting branded bags and jerseys to Japan, with container loading in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Dongguan, and flexible LCL shipping. Direct flights to Tokyo, Osaka, and Kobe take about 3-7 days, and door-to-door delivery including customs clearance takes about 7-12 days. One fixed price package: ocean freight+customs clearance+Japanese customs clearance+customs duty+10% consumption tax+final delivery. Holders of RCEP certificates of origin can enjoy tariff benefits. Brand products must be accompanied by a brand authorization letter; Textiles must be labeled with fiber composition, washing instructions, and "Made in China" in Japanese; Wooden packaging requires IPPC fumigation. Full double clearance and tax included, with delivery throughout Japan. Worry free, save money, and be more secure!

The most headache inducing thing when exporting branded bags and jerseys to Japan is not the days at sea, but the things that happen after the goods arrive at Tokyo Port or Osaka Port - the fiber name on the Japanese label is written incorrectly, and the entire batch of goods is required to be returned for rectification; The brand authorization chain is missing a link, and customs directly determines infringement and destroys it; The RCEP certificate of origin was not processed in advance, and tariffs jumped from zero to 12.8%... These pitfalls can be overcome once.

1、 Shipping prices and delivery time of bags and jerseys from Shenzhen to Japan's sub brands

1. Shipping Time from Shenzhen to Japan for Asian Brand Bags and jerseys

Japan is the third largest export market for Chinese textiles and clothing, and the demand for branded bags and jerseys has remained stable due to the trendy consumer power in Tokyo and Osaka. We are rooted in Guangzhou, Dongguan, and Shenzhen for container loading, and can handle both FCL and LCL shipments. Departing from Yantian in Shenzhen, Nansha in Guangzhou or Dongguan Port, with direct flights to Tokyo, Osaka, Kobe, and a 3-7 day sea run. The whole container takes about 7-12 days from door to door, and the LCL takes about 10-15 days. During the peak season from June to September, cabin availability is tight, so it is safer to book 2-3 weeks in advance.

2. Shipping prices of sub brand bags and jerseys from Shenzhen to Japan by sea

The quoted price includes all costs, including sea freight, domestic trailer customs clearance, Japanese customs clearance, customs duties, 10% consumption tax, and final delivery. It should be calculated clearly before signing the contract and no additional charges will be incurred thereafter.

3. Shenzhen to Japan sub brand bags, jerseys, sea freight taxes and fees

In terms of taxes and fees in Japan, there will be a major change in 2026: the "tax exemption for amounts under 10000 yen" policy, which has been in effect since 1989, will be officially abolished on January 1, 2026. That is to say, no matter how low the value of the goods is, a 10% consumption tax (JCT) must be paid, calculated as (CIF price+customs duty) x 10%, and there is no such thing as exemption of the amount. In terms of tariffs, the tax rates for fabric jackets, pants, and skirts (HS Chapters 61-62) range from 8.4% to 12.8%, shirts and vests from 7.4% to 10.9%, handbags (HS Chapters 42) from 8% to 16%, and shoes can reach up to 17% to 30%. The RCEP Certificate of Origin is a practical and cost-effective tool - the tariff on synthetic knitted clothing has been reduced from 10.9% to zero in 15 years, and cotton and silk fabrics have also been decreasing year by year. Some companies have already enjoyed the benefits of the reduction from 16% to 8.2%.

2、 Shenzhen to Japan sub brand bags, jerseys, sea freight customs clearance documents and processes: four checkpoints, none of which can be relaxed

Level 1: RCEP Certificate of Origin - A Cost saving Hard Currency

RCEP has established a free trade agreement relationship between China and Japan for the first time. To obtain this certificate, one must meet the regional value content requirement of no less than 40% or comply with the RCEP textile specific processing standards. The certificate is valid for 1 year, and relevant documents will be kept for 3 years for future reference. When applying, the invoice, packing list, and transportation documents must be aligned without any discrepancies.

Level 2: Japanese tags - JIS standards are not a joke

The requirements for labeling in Japan's "Textile Quality Representation Regulations" are very detailed: the fiber name must be written in Japanese, and the content must be accurate to within 1%; The place of origin should be labeled with "Made in China" and the manufacturer's name and address; The washing instructions must also be in Japanese. Some children's clothing also requires the ST logo, while functional clothing must meet JIS standards. The label is incorrect, and the goods are being consumed at the port. Previously, a company was delayed for 3 days due to an ingredient labeling issue.

Level 3: Brand Authorization - Japan Customs Authenticity

Japanese customs have zero tolerance for counterfeit brands, and if found, they will be confiscated and destroyed directly, and the sender may also face legal action. Brand bags and brand jerseys must be accompanied by authorization letters or legal purchase vouchers. Japan also has a system of import differential declaration. After the brand owner registers with the customs, infringing goods will be confiscated and fines for warehouse and container rental will be imposed. Before exporting, clarify the authorization documents and confirm whether the brand has been registered with the Japanese customs.

Fourth level: Customs clearance process at the destination port (fully handled by our Japanese cooperative customs clearance agent):

The Japanese customs use the NACCS system, and after the upgrade in June 2026, the automatic review pass rate is close to 90%.

1. RCEP Certificate of Origin Application (7 working days before shipment): Classification of goods, calculation of value components, application for certificate

2. Document pre-approval and label review (during transportation): The complete set of documents is reviewed in advance, and the label content is translated into Japanese and formatted in advance

3. Pre declaration before arrival: submitted through NACCS system, fill in "15" in the "Preferential Trade Agreement Code" column of the customs declaration form

4. Customs review and inspection: Ordinary goods are released first for about 1-2 working days, while inspection takes 3-7 days

5. Tax payment release: payment of customs duties on behalf of others+10% consumption tax

6. End of line delivery: Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya all over the country

Fifth level: Customs clearance documents at the destination port (fully handled by our Japanese cooperative customs clearance agency)

Customs clearance document list: original/electronic bill of lading, commercial invoice (HS code first 8 digits, Japanese yen unit price, trade term accurate to port), packing list (gross weight and net weight dimensions of each box), RCEP certificate of origin, brand authorization letter or legal purchase certificate, Japanese label sample, wooden packaging fumigation certificate (if applicable).

3、 Shipping bags and jerseys from Shenzhen to Japan with six red lines, even touching one would be troublesome

1. RCEP certificate not processed or filled in incorrectly - tariffs directly flipped up

It must be done before shipment. Lack of certification or incorrect information, according to MFN tax rate, clothing category 8.4% -12.8%. With the cancellation of small tax exemptions in 2026, no one can escape the 10% consumption tax.

2. Non compliant Japanese labels - common reasons for port detention

The fiber name is written correctly in Japanese, the content is accurate to 1%, the place of origin is written as "Made in China", and the washing instructions are complete in Japanese. If the label review fails, the goods will be put on hold.

3. Lack of brand authorization - direct destruction without negotiation

The authorization letter or purchase voucher for brand bags and jerseys must be complete. The Japanese customs have strong intellectual property protection measures, and counterfeit brands are destroyed upon discovery.

4. HS code incorrect - tax rate difference can reach 5%

Women's clothing and children's clothing have different codes, and the tax rate can differ by 5 points. Verify with the official Japanese customs system before shipment.

5. Inconsistent documents - Three documents must be aligned

The bill of lading, invoice, packing list, and RCEP certificate information must be completely consistent. The Japanese customs' document consistency review is very strict, and if it does not match, it will be inspected.

6. Abolition of Consumption Tax Exemption - All Goods Must Pay 10% Tax

Starting from January 2026, the tax-free policy for goods under 10000 yen will be abolished, and all imported goods will be subject to a full 10% consumption tax.

4、 Shenzhen to Japan sub brand bags and jerseys sea freight packaging requirements: three-layer protection, according to brand standards

1. Three layer protection: Brand bags and jerseys are of high value, floating on the sea for so many days, the packaging can withstand it.

|First layer: Inner packaging | football jersey cover with dust-proof bag folded up; Put the brand dust bag in the bag, with paper balls stuffed inside to support the shape of the bag. Don't damage the hang tag washing label|

|The second layer: filling and fixing | the box is filled with enough cushioning materials (foam, bubble film, pearl cotton), and the goods cannot be shaken in the box|

|Third layer: outer box reinforcement | cardboard box, do not use soft packaging. Single box should not exceed 30kg, and single side should not exceed 150cm. The box should be sealed with a "worker" shape and the tape should be ≥ 5cm

2. Wooden packaging: Solid wood must be heat-treated or fumigated with bromomethane, marked with IPPC (processing company number, method code, country code), and accompanied by an official fumigation certificate with a validity period of 21 days. It is recommended to use plywood without fumigation material directly, which saves time. Japan will conduct IPPC standard re inspection on wooden packaging.

3. Special requirements for Japanese labels:

-Japanese labeled fiber name, with content accurate to 1%

-Origin label "Made in China" and manufacturer's name and address

-Washing instructions in Japanese

-The recipient's information should be clearly written on the outer box, including the postal code, prefecture, city, town, and house number. The sender's information and "MADE IN CHINA" should also be marked

-Fragile items are labeled with Japanese "Caution for Cutting" or English "FRAGILE"

-Place desiccant inside the box to prevent moisture

Choose our one-stop solution for shipping bags and jerseys from Shenzhen to Japan, including double clearance, tax, and door-to-door shipping. You can simply deliver the goods to the domestic warehouse. We provide full coverage for RCEP certificate application, booking, customs clearance, ocean freight, customs clearance, tax payment, and delivery. Easy to worry about, save money, and avoid pitfalls.

Shenzhen Andaxun International Logistics Co., Ltd

-Contact phone number: 0755-2968 6566

-Company Address: Xintian Avenue, Fuhai, Bao'an District, Shenzhen

-Main business: International shipping, FBA dedicated line, export of branded clothing and textiles, door-to-door double clearance and tax inclusive services

*Brand bags and jerseys exported to Japan, RCEP certificate of origin must be obtained before shipment, with a regional value content of ≥ 40%; Japanese labels indicate fiber composition, origin, and washing instructions, with the content accurate to 1%; Prepare brand authorization letter or purchase voucher; Starting from January 2026, all imported goods will be subject to a 10% consumption tax, with no monetary exemptions; Wooden packaging must have IPPC fumigation label and certificate, valid for 21 days. It is recommended to book shipping 2-3 weeks in advance during peak season. ）*