{"id":28349,"date":"2026-05-11T14:13:46","date_gmt":"2026-05-11T14:13:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/?p=28349"},"modified":"2026-05-12T06:17:23","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T06:17:23","slug":"how-to-import-cars-from-japan-to-germany-full-guide-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/import-guides\/how-to-import-cars-from-japan-to-germany-full-guide-in-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Import Cars From Japan To Germany (Full Guide in 2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"28349\" class=\"elementor elementor-28349\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"has-el-gap el-gap-default elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-99662c1 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"99662c1\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7724398\" data-id=\"7724398\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a0e83d6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a0e83d6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Looking to\u00a0<strong>import cars from Japan to Germany<\/strong>?<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">TokyoCarZ helps buyers in Germany access Japanese auction vehicles, and direct stock with worldwide shipping support. Whether you are searching for JDM classics, SUVs, hybrids, or daily drivers, our team can help you buy safely from Japan.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">For first-time buyers, understanding <strong>how to import a cars directly from Japan, without unexpected fees or T\u00dcV compliance issues <\/strong>is the first step.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">This article will cover everything you need to know from import regulations, T\u00dcV approval, taxes, shipping methods, and registration, to the most popular Japanese cars imported into Germany in 2026.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"has-el-gap el-gap-default elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-51d260e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"51d260e\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2454779\" data-id=\"2454779\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-57898d3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"57898d3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Why Import Cars from Japan to Germany?<\/h2><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Japanese vehicles are known for good maintenance history, reliable condition, and strong value for money. Buyers in Germany often choose Japanese vehicles because of the wide selection, transparent auction system, and availability of both daily-use and premium models.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Many enthusiasts will also ask <strong>importing cars from Japan vs USA <\/strong>which is better? Japan offers rust-free chassis, lower mileage, and better documentation.\u00a0<\/p><p>The famous Japanese &#8220;Shaken&#8221; inspection system ensures every vehicle meets strict quality standards before import.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Additionally, importing directly can save you up to 20\u201330% compared to sourcing locally.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c9c1d64 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"c9c1d64\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4cf75b1\" data-id=\"4cf75b1\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e1f5fc elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"8e1f5fc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-Black-2002-Mazda-RX-7-for-sale.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-28306\" alt=\"TokyoCarZ - Black 2002 Mazda RX -7 for sale\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-Black-2002-Mazda-RX-7-for-sale.jpg 640w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-Black-2002-Mazda-RX-7-for-sale-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-Black-2002-Mazda-RX-7-for-sale-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-Black-2002-Mazda-RX-7-for-sale-450x338.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"widget-image-caption wp-caption-text\">TokyoCarZ - Black 2002 Mazda RX -7 for sale<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"has-el-gap el-gap-default elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-dd87f01 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"dd87f01\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-357475d\" data-id=\"357475d\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f466902 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f466902\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Import Regulations and Requirements in Germany<\/h2><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Before shipping to Germany, buyers should confirm the current rules on vehicle age limits, inspection requirements, duties, taxes, and documentation. Germany import requirements include:<\/p><ul><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Vehicle age limit:<\/strong>\u00a0No strict age limit, but older vehicles face stricter emissions standards (Euro 6 required for many low-emission zones)<\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Inspection requirement:<\/strong>\u00a0Mandatory\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tuvsud.com\/de-de\/branchen\/mobilitaet-und-automotive\/hauptuntersuchung\/hauptuntersuchung-auto-fristen\">T\u00dcV inspection<\/a><\/strong> for imported cars to Germany to ensure vehicles meets German road safety and environmental regulations.<\/p><ul><li><p>The inspection typically includes:<\/p><ul><li>Vehicle safety condition<\/li><li>Brake performance<\/li><li>Emissions standards<\/li><li>Lighting compliance<\/li><li>Structural integrity<\/li><\/ul><p>In some cases, modifications may be required before the vehicle passes inspection.\u00a0<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Steering position:<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Left hand drive cars <\/strong>are highly recommended \u2013 RHD cars are also permitted, though overtaking visibility is restricted.<\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Main taxes\/duties:<\/strong> 10% customs duty (for non-EU origin) + 19% VAT on (CIF + Duty).<\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Key destination ports:<\/strong> Hamburg (primary) or Bremerhaven (alternative).<\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Documents required:<\/strong> for both\u00a0customs clearance and vehicle registration.\u00a0<\/p><ul><li style=\"text-align: left;\"><p>These usually include:<\/p><ul><li>Bill of Lading<\/li><li>Export Certificate from Japan<\/li><li>Commercial Invoice<\/li><li>Packing List<\/li><li>Vehicle inspection documents<\/li><li>Proof of identity or passport<\/li><li>Insurance documents<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"has-el-gap el-gap-default elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-f34c23e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"f34c23e\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7929067\" data-id=\"7929067\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-477f667 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"477f667\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Cost to Import a Car from Japan to Germany &#8211; Real Example.<\/h3><p>How much does it cost to import a car directly from Japan to Germany in 2026?\u00a0<\/p><p><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\">Typically, the total costs will vary on the type\/model of car you choose, and the vehicle&#8217;s condition. <\/span><\/p><p><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\">In 2026, expect additional costs of up to \u20ac8,000 on top of the car price. <\/span>This estimate covers shipping, taxes, and the necessary technical conversions for German road legality.<\/p><p>For example see how much it would cost to import a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tokyocarz.com\/fixed_price_stock.php?maker_id[]=114&amp;year_from=2019&amp;page=2\">\u00a02019 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado<\/a> with CIF value of \u20ac35,000.\u00a0<\/p><ul><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Customs Duty (10%): \u20ac3,500<\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">VAT (19% on \u20ac38,500): \u20ac7,315<\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Total taxes: \u20ac10,815 plus port\/handling fees and T\u00dcV inspection and modifications costs.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/contact\">Contact TokyoCaZ today<\/a> for a full price quote.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f4d0ac0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f4d0ac0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"395\" data-src=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/TokyoCarZ-2019-White-Toyota-Land-Cruiser-2019-for-sale-768x402.png\" class=\"attachment-medium_large size-medium_large wp-image-28352 lazyload\" alt=\"TokyoCarZ - 2019 White Toyota Land Cruiser 2019 for sale\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/TokyoCarZ-2019-White-Toyota-Land-Cruiser-2019-for-sale-768x402.png 768w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/TokyoCarZ-2019-White-Toyota-Land-Cruiser-2019-for-sale-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/TokyoCarZ-2019-White-Toyota-Land-Cruiser-2019-for-sale-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/TokyoCarZ-2019-White-Toyota-Land-Cruiser-2019-for-sale-150x79.png 150w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/TokyoCarZ-2019-White-Toyota-Land-Cruiser-2019-for-sale-450x236.png 450w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/TokyoCarZ-2019-White-Toyota-Land-Cruiser-2019-for-sale.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 755px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 755\/395;\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"widget-image-caption wp-caption-text\">Land Cruiser 2019 for sale - TokyoCarZ one price stock list<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2709625 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2709625\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0810a07\" data-id=\"0810a07\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9db53a4 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"9db53a4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tokyocarz.com\/fixed_price_stock.php?maker_id%5B%5D=114&#038;year_from=2019&#038;page=2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Toyota Land Cruiser Prado offers for German Buyers<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"has-el-gap el-gap-default elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4ba90bb elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4ba90bb\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-22477cc\" data-id=\"22477cc\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2058fd8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2058fd8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Shipping from Japan to Germany<\/h2><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">TokyoCarZ can arrange\u00a0<strong>Ro-Ro (Roll-on\/Roll-off)<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>container shipping<\/strong> from Japan to Hamburg or Bremerhaven. Transit time depends on vessel schedule, shipping method, and port congestion.<\/p><div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"><table><thead><tr><th style=\"text-align: left;\">Shipping Method<\/th><th>Transit Time<\/th><th>Typical Cost<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Ro-Ro<\/strong><\/td><td>4\u20136 weeks<\/td><td>\u20ac1,500 \u2013 \u20ac2,500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Container (20ft\/40ft)<\/strong><\/td><td>4\u20136 weeks<\/td><td>\u20ac2,500 \u2013 \u20ac4,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Customers can choose between budget-friendly RoRo shipping or container shipping for extra protection and multi-unit export.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5c33a65 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5c33a65\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0fb6143\" data-id=\"0fb6143\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2cf91cd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2cf91cd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Popular Vehicles for Germany<\/h2><div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"><table><thead><tr><th style=\"text-align: left;\">Category<\/th><th style=\"text-align: left;\">Models<\/th><th style=\"text-align: left;\">Why Germans Choose Them<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>JDM Classics<\/strong><\/td><td>Nissan Skyline (R32, R33, R34), Toyota Supra, Mazda RX-7, Honda NSX<\/td><td>Historic plate eligibility (over 30 years), investment potential<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Performance<\/strong><\/td><td>Nissan GT-R, Subaru Impreza WRX, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo, Mazda MX-5<\/td><td>Track-ready, tuner-friendly, Japanese reliability<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>SUVs &amp; 4&#215;4<\/strong><\/td><td>Toyota Land Cruiser, Toyota Hilux, Mitsubishi Pajero<\/td><td>Off-road capability, rust-free Japanese chassis<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Budget Sports<\/strong><\/td><td>Subaru BRZ, Mazda RX-8, Nissan 350Z<\/td><td><strong>Import Japanese sports car Germany under \u20ac20,000<\/strong>\u00a0is achievable<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2189911 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2189911\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Best JDM cars legal in Germany<\/strong>\u00a0include models over 30 years old (historic plate eligibility) or those modified for T\u00dcV compliance. The\u00a0<strong>Nissan Skyline Germany import<\/strong>\u00a0market is particularly strong, with R32 and R33 models now legal for import under the 30-year rule for reduced tax.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">For a broader view of trending Japanese vehicles, see our\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/news\/best-selling-japan-used-cars-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">best-selling Japan used cars list<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0.<\/p><h3>Common Problems Importing a Car from Germany Japan<\/h3><ul><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Failed T\u00dcV inspection<\/strong> is the #1 issue. Headlight beam pattern, emissions, and rust are common failure points.<\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Converting right hand drive <\/strong>is often required for daily drivers, though RHD is legal for classic cars (over 30 years)<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-d9c7aa0 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"d9c7aa0\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7624893\" data-id=\"7624893\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dc98940 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"dc98940\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"566\" data-src=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/TokyoCarz-Nissan-GTR-for-sale-1-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27967 lazyload\" alt=\"Import from Japan Nissan GTR with TokyoCarZ\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/TokyoCarz-Nissan-GTR-for-sale-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/TokyoCarz-Nissan-GTR-for-sale-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/TokyoCarz-Nissan-GTR-for-sale-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/TokyoCarz-Nissan-GTR-for-sale-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/TokyoCarz-Nissan-GTR-for-sale-1-450x338.jpg 450w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/TokyoCarz-Nissan-GTR-for-sale-1-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/TokyoCarz-Nissan-GTR-for-sale-1.jpg 1280w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 755px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 755\/566;\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"widget-image-caption wp-caption-text\">TokyoCarZ Nissan GTR for sale in a Japan auction<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5be5363 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5be5363\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-88d7882\" data-id=\"88d7882\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-499e499 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"499e499\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>How to Buy and ImportJapanese Used Cars from Japan to Germany with TokyoCarZ\u00a0<\/h2><ul><li class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1: Tell us what vehicle you need<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Share your budget, preferred model, year, and specifications<\/li><li class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2: Browse auctions or stock<\/strong> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/my.tokyocarz.com\/auth\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Access live Japanese auctions<\/a> or choose from our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tokyocarz.com\/fixed_price_stock.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">One Price stock list<\/a> ready-to-ship inventory.<\/li><li class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3: Confirm price and condition<\/strong> \u2013 Review auction sheets, photos, and pre-bid inspection reports.<\/li><li class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Step 4: Make payment<\/strong> \u2013 Secure payment direct to Japan or through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jumvea.or.jp\/jumvea-safe-trade.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">JUMVEA Safe Trade (JUST)<\/a> protection<\/li><li class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Step 4: We arrange export and shipping<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 TokyoCarZ handles documentation, shipping, insurance, and T\u00dcV compliance coordination<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Ready to start your import process?<\/p><p>Browse vehicles available for export to Germany or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tokyocarz.com\/send.php\"><strong>contact TokyoCarZ<\/strong><\/a> now for a shipping quotation.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-745989a elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"745989a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tokyocarz.com\/fixed_price_stock.php?price_from=10000\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Import Japanese Cars to Germany under \u20ac20,000<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-45f102b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"45f102b\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-9787017\" data-id=\"9787017\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9659b71 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9659b71\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ds-virtual-list-items _6f2c522\"><div class=\"ds-virtual-list-visible-items\"><div class=\"_4f9bf79 d7dc56a8 _43c05b5\" data-virtual-list-item-key=\"430\"><div class=\"ds-message _63c77b1\"><div class=\"ds-markdown\"><h2>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/h2><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>1: Can I import used cars from Japan to Germany?<\/strong><br \/>Yes. Germany allows used car imports from Japan. Vehicles must pass T\u00dcV inspection and comply with EU emissions standards.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>2: What is the age limit for imported cars in Germany?<\/strong><br \/>There is no strict age limit. However, older vehicles may face restrictions in low-emission zones (Umweltzone) requiring Euro 4 or higher. Vehicles over 30 years qualify for historic plates (H-Kennzeichen) with reduced tax.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>3: Which port is usually used for shipping to Germany?<\/strong><br \/><strong>Hamburg<\/strong>\u00a0is the primary destination.\u00a0<strong>Bremerhaven<\/strong>\u00a0is an alternative for container shipping.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>4: Is T\u00dcV inspection required for Japanese imports?<\/strong><br \/>Yes. Mandatory T\u00dcV inspection (Hauptuntersuchung) for roadworthiness. Headlight adjustment and emissions compliance are the most common requirements.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>5: Are right-hand drive cars legal in Germany?<\/strong><br \/>\u00a0Yes, RHD is legal. However, overtaking visibility is restricted, and some buyers choose LHD conversion for daily use. Classic cars over 30 years are commonly registered as RHD.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>6: How long does shipping from Japan to Germany take?<\/strong><br \/>Shipping takes approximately\u00a0<strong>5\u20136 weeks<\/strong>\u00a0direct from Yokohama or Nagoya to Hamburg or Bremerhaven.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>7: Can I buy auction cars through TokyoCarZ?<\/strong><br \/>Yes. TokyoCarZ provides direct access to Japanese auctions (USS, AUCNET, TAA) with pre-bid inspections and full documentation support.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>8: What if my car fails T\u00dcV?<\/strong><br \/><b>Cars can<\/b>\u00a0be repaired and re-inspected. Common fixes include headlight replacement (LHD conversion), emissions system repairs, and rust treatment. TokyoCarZ can advise on compliance before shipping to prevent costly failures.<\/p><p><strong>9: Can you import a car from Japan without an agent Germany?<\/strong><br \/>Technically yes, but T\u00dcV paperwork and customs are complex and are frequently changing. TokyoCarZ simplifies the process with end-to-end support.\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">When choosing an import partner, our guide on\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/news\/10-best-japanese-used-car-exporters-2026-trusted-verified\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">trusted Japanese exporters<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0can help you make an informed decision.<\/p><h2>Related Resources<\/h2><ul><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/news\/how-to-import-a-car-from-japan-step-by-step-guide-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to Import a Car from Japan (General Guide)<\/a><\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/japanese-car-auction\/how-japanese-car-auctions-work-a-beginners-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How Japanese Car Auctions Work<\/a><\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/news\/best-selling-japan-used-cars-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Best Selling Japan Used Cars 2025<\/a><\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/news\/10-best-japanese-used-car-exporters-2026-trusted-verified\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">10 Best Japanese Used Car Exporters<\/a><\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/news\/how-to-import-cars-from-japan-to-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to Import Cars from Japan to UK<\/a><\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/news\/type-approval-vs-roadworthiness\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Type Approval vs Roadworthiness<\/a><\/p><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><em>Note: Tax rates, customs duties, and T\u00dcV requirements are subject to change. Always verify current requirements with German customs (Zoll) or a licensed customs agent before purchasing.<\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking to\u00a0import cars from Japan to Germany? TokyoCarZ helps buyers in Germany access Japanese auction vehicles, and direct stock with worldwide shipping support. Whether you are searching for JDM classics, SUVs, hybrids, or daily drivers, our team can help you buy safely from Japan. 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