Shipping goods between Czechia and Japan – across 9,000 kilometres, multiple customs regimes, and radically different regulatory environments – is a challenge that has derailed more market entries than any competitor ever could. We manage the entire logistics chain in both directions.
Japan's import regulations are among the strictest in the world. Products that move freely across the EU single market may require specific licences, certifications, or labelling modifications before they can clear Japanese customs. A single documentation error can delay your shipment by weeks – and a compliance failure can shut down your market entry entirely.
For Japanese companies shipping to Europe, the challenge is reversed: navigating EU customs procedures, CE marking, REACH compliance, and the complex VAT framework across 27 member states.
Czech Japan Hub doesn't just advise on logistics – we arrange and manage the entire operation in both directions, including the non-standard ones that others won't touch.
Whether you're shipping from Prague to Tokyo or from Osaka to Ostrava – we manage the entire process from documentation to final delivery.
Entering the Japanese market with physical products requires navigating one of the world's strictest import regimes. We handle the entire chain:
For Japanese companies exporting to the EU, Czechia serves as an ideal gateway. We manage the complexities of the European regulatory landscape:
From a single pallet to a full container, from standard freight to complex, oversized, or regulated cargo – we manage the entire supply chain between Czechia, Japan, and beyond.
Complete freight management from your warehouse in Czechia to your customer's door in Japan – and vice versa. Air, sea, and multimodal options tailored to your timeline and budget.
Japan requires specific import licences for many product categories – food, cosmetics, medical devices, chemicals, and more. We secure the necessary permits and ensure your documentation is complete before shipment.
Customs clearance in both Japan and the EU, tariff classification (HS codes), duty optimization, rules of origin documentation, and full compliance with Japanese and EU import/export regulations.
Bonded and commercial warehousing in both Japan and Czechia for pre-distribution storage, order fulfilment, and inventory management. Flexible arrangements from short-term holding to long-term distribution hub operations.
Last-mile distribution across Japan and the EU, including direct-to-retailer, direct-to-consumer, and wholesale logistics. We connect you with local distribution networks and manage fulfilment operations in both markets.
Direct onboarding to Japan's major e-commerce platforms – Amazon Japan, Rakuten, Yahoo! Shopping – including product listing localisation, fulfilment setup, and ongoing logistics management.
Standard logistics providers handle standard shipments. We specialise in the operations others won't take on – the ones that require deep regulatory knowledge, creative problem-solving, and trusted contacts on both sides.
Industrial machinery, construction components, exhibition structures – we manage project cargo that requires special handling, routing, and permits.
Food products, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and dual-use goods. We navigate both Japan's strict import controls and EU regulatory requirements to obtain the necessary approvals.
Temporary import of artworks, musical instruments, exhibition materials, and cultural assets – including ATA Carnet processing and special insurance arrangements.
Product recalls, warranty returns, and re-export processing. We handle the complexities of moving goods back across borders with full regulatory compliance.
Japan is your gateway to Asia-Pacific. Czechia is your gateway to the EU. Once your logistics infrastructure is established, we help you extend your reach in both directions.
Additional markets in both regions available on request through our logistics partner network.
We know Japanese import regulations and EU compliance requirements inside out – licences, labelling, certifications, restricted categories. We solve compliance problems before they become customs problems, in both directions.
Our logistics network includes vetted freight forwarders, customs brokers, warehousing operators, and distribution companies in both Japan and Czechia – professionals we've worked with and trust.
Oversized cargo, regulated goods, temporary imports, exhibition logistics – we thrive on the operations that standard providers decline. If it needs to move between Czechia and Japan, we'll find a way.
Logistics doesn't exist in isolation. We coordinate with our Market Research, Business Matching, and Business Desk teams to ensure your supply chain strategy aligns with your market entry plan.
Tell us what you need to move, where, and when. We'll assess the logistics requirements – including any licences, permits, or special handling – and provide a tailored solution. Initial consultation is complimentary.
