{"id":28374,"date":"2026-05-14T10:39:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T10:39:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/?p=28374"},"modified":"2026-05-14T10:42:21","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T10:42:21","slug":"how-to-import-cars-from-japan-to-ireland-full-guide-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/import-guides\/how-to-import-cars-from-japan-to-ireland-full-guide-in-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Import Cars From Japan To Ireland (Full Guide in 2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"28374\" class=\"elementor elementor-28374\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"has-el-gap el-gap-default elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-3fa4b58 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"3fa4b58\" 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-4d8d27c\" data-id=\"4d8d27c\" 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-2105064 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2105064\" 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 Ireland<\/strong>?<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">TokyoCarZ helps buyers in Ireland access Japanese used cars, auction vehicles, and direct stock with worldwide shipping support. Whether you are searching for SUVs, hybrids, or JDM classics, our team can help you buy safely from Japan.\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">For first-time buyers, understanding <strong>how to import a cars directly from Japan, without unexpected fees or VRT 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, VRT approval, taxes, shipping methods, and registration, to the most popular Japanese cars imported into Ireland 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-be184a9 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"be184a9\" 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-4181d8e\" data-id=\"4181d8e\" 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-f535115 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f535115\" 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 Ireland?<\/h2><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Japanese vehicles are known for good maintenance history, reliable condition, and strong value for money.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Buyers in Ireland often choose Japanese vehicles because of the wide selection, transparent auction system, and availability of both daily-use and premium models. \u00a0For hybrid buyers,\u00a0<strong>Japanese hybrid import Ireland<\/strong>\u00a0options like the Toyota Aqua and Nissan Note offer exceptional fuel economy.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Additionally, <span data-subtree=\"aimfl,mfl\" 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);\">From February 1, 2026, Japanese-manufactured cars imported to Ireland qualify for <\/span><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\">0% customs duty<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/strong> under the EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), a significant drop from 1.3% in 2025.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p><p>This potentially saving you upto 30% on total costs.\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">To understand how Japanese auctions work, read our guide on\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/japanese-car-auction\/how-japanese-car-auctions-work-a-beginners-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">how Japanese auctions work<\/a><\/strong>\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-aa4b47e elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"aa4b47e\" 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?engine_cc_from=1000&#038;engine_cc_to=4000\" 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\">The best fuel efficient Japanese cars to import to Ireland<\/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-a670741 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"a670741\" 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-288b534\" data-id=\"288b534\" 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-4269c05 elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"4269c05\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-43656c3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"43656c3\" 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=\"750\" height=\"592\" src=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-2010-Toyota-Prius-for-sale.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-28230\" alt=\"TokyoCarZ - 2010 Toyota Prius for sale\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-2010-Toyota-Prius-for-sale.png 750w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-2010-Toyota-Prius-for-sale-300x237.png 300w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-2010-Toyota-Prius-for-sale-150x118.png 150w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-2010-Toyota-Prius-for-sale-450x355.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"widget-image-caption wp-caption-text\">TokyoCarZ - 2010 Toyota Prius 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<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1334b47 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1334b47\" 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 in Ireland<\/h2><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Before shipping to Ireland, buyers should confirm the current rules on vehicle age limits, inspection requirements, duties, taxes, and documentation. Ireland import requirements include:<\/p><ul><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Vehicle age limit:<\/strong>\u00a0No strict age limit, but older vehicles face higher VRT and stricter NCT requirements<\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Steering position:<\/strong>\u00a0Right-hand drive (RHD) required \u2013 perfect since Japan is also RHD<\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Inspection requirement:<\/strong>\u00a0Mandatory NCT (National Car Test) for roadworthiness after registration<\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Main taxes\/duties:<\/strong> VRT (7\u201341% on <strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\">OMSP<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/strong> (Open Market Selling Price). based on CO\u2082 emissions) + VAT on (23% of CIF): 0% Customs duties\u00a0<\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Key destination port:<\/strong>\u00a0Dublin Port (Rosslare is an alternative for southern deliveries)<\/p><\/li><li><strong>Documents needs to import a car to Ireland:\u00a0<\/strong><ul><li>Proof of Purchase &amp; Value<\/li><li>Vehicle Identification &amp; Origin<\/li><li>Personal Identification\/ ID\/Irish number\u00a0<\/li><li>Shipping &amp; Customs Entry<\/li><li>VRT Vehicle Purchase Declaration Form<\/li><li>Emissions Evidence<\/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-12de3e1 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"12de3e1\" 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-a9cf93f\" data-id=\"a9cf93f\" 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-5f3efc6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5f3efc6\" 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 Ireland \u2013 Real Example<\/h3><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">A 2019 Toyota Corolla Hybrid with CIF value \u20ac12,000:<\/p><ul><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">VRT (20% OMSP value): Approximately, \u20ac19,945 = \u20ac4,014<\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">VAT (23% on \u20ac12000): \u20ac2,760<\/p><\/li><li><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Total taxes: \u20ac6,774<\/strong>\u00a0+ NCT (National Car Test) and registration fees<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Using a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tokyocarz.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>trusted and experience Japanese car exporter<\/strong><\/a> before bidding helps avoid surprises. Always confirm your vehicle&#8217;s CO\u2082 emissions band with Revenue.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>NCT requirements imported cars Ireland<\/strong>\u00a0include: headlight aim (adjust for left-hand traffic), emissions test, rust inspection, and general roadworthiness. Japanese cars often pass easily due to excellent condition.<\/p><p>It is also important to note that for standard private cars, the <strong class=\"Yjhzub\" 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: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\">National Car Test (NCT) is only required once a vehicle reaches 4 years of age<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/strong> from its original date of first registration.\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-e1baebd elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"e1baebd\" 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?engine_cc_from=1000&#038;engine_cc_to=4000\" 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\">Best Japanese hybrid cars to import to Ireland<\/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<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-83ccf95 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"83ccf95\" 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=\"640\" height=\"480\" data-src=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/TokyoCarZ-2021-Gold-Honda-Vezel-Hybrid-for-sale-Left-View.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-28380 lazyload\" alt=\"TokyoCarZ- 2021 Gold Honda Vezel Hybrid for sale Left View\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/TokyoCarZ-2021-Gold-Honda-Vezel-Hybrid-for-sale-Left-View.jpg 640w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/TokyoCarZ-2021-Gold-Honda-Vezel-Hybrid-for-sale-Left-View-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/TokyoCarZ-2021-Gold-Honda-Vezel-Hybrid-for-sale-Left-View-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/TokyoCarZ-2021-Gold-Honda-Vezel-Hybrid-for-sale-Left-View-450x338.jpg 450w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 640px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 640\/480;\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"widget-image-caption wp-caption-text\">2021 Gold Honda Vezel Hybrid for sale  - Import from Japan <\/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-bb3bf02 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"bb3bf02\" 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-b4ffdf5\" data-id=\"b4ffdf5\" 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-5e1c97e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5e1c97e\" 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 Options and Costs from Japan to Ireland<\/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 Dublin Port. 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 style=\"text-align: left;\">Transit Time<\/th><th style=\"text-align: left;\">Typical Cost<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Ro-Ro<\/strong><\/td><td>5\u20136 weeks<\/td><td>\u20ac1,500 \u2013 \u20ac2,500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Container (20ft\/40ft)<\/strong><\/td><td>5\u20136 weeks<\/td><td>\u20ac2,500 \u2013 \u20ac4,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Shipping car Japan to Ireland costs<\/strong>\u00a0vary by season and vessel availability. Customers can choose between budget-friendly RoRo shipping or container shipping for extra protection and multi-unit export.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Ready to start?\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Browse vehicles available for export<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0to see what is currently available.<\/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-5a17895 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a17895\" 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-message _63c77b1\"><div class=\"ds-markdown\"><h2>Popular and Best Selling Japanese Vehicles for Ireland<\/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 Irish Buyers Choose Them<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Hybrids<\/strong><\/td><td>Toyota Aqua, Toyota Prius, Nissan Note, Toyota Corolla Hybrid<\/td><td>Low CO\u2082 = lower VRT, exceptional fuel economy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>SUVs<\/strong><\/td><td>Toyota Land Cruiser, Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V<\/td><td>Spacious, reliable, family-friendly<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>JDM Classics<\/strong><\/td><td>Nissan Skyline (R32, R33, R34), Toyota Supra, Mazda RX-7<\/td><td>Classic tax benefits (over 30 years), investment potential<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Daily Drivers<\/strong><\/td><td>Honda Fit, Toyota Vitz, Mazda Demio<\/td><td>Affordable, fuel-efficient, easy to maintain<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Right hand drive Japanese cars Ireland<\/strong>\u00a0are naturally compatible since Ireland drives on the left.\u00a0<strong>Best JDM cars legal in Ireland<\/strong>\u00a0include older classics (over 30 years) for classic tax and insurance benefits. The\u00a0<strong>Toyota Land Cruiser import Ireland<\/strong>\u00a0market is particularly strong for rural and farm use.<\/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><\/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<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5ebe8fd elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5ebe8fd\" 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-a29b684\" data-id=\"a29b684\" 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-36e579c elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"36e579c\" 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=15&#038;make_id%5b%5d=3\" 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\">Toyota Acqua for sale - Great deals with TokyoCarZ<\/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<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76c319e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"76c319e\" 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\/04\/TokyoCarZ-2019-Toyota-Aqua-for-sale-1-1024x536.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-28251 lazyload\" alt=\"TokyoCarZ - 2019 Toyota Aqua for sale\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-2019-Toyota-Aqua-for-sale-1-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-2019-Toyota-Aqua-for-sale-1-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-2019-Toyota-Aqua-for-sale-1-768x402.png 768w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-2019-Toyota-Aqua-for-sale-1-150x79.png 150w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-2019-Toyota-Aqua-for-sale-1-450x236.png 450w, https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TokyoCarZ-2019-Toyota-Aqua-for-sale-1.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\">TokyoCarZ - 2019 Toyota Aqua 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<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0bb333a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0bb333a\" 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 Import Cars from Japan to Ireland with TokyoCarZ<\/h2><p>A step by step import guide from Japan to Ireland.\u00a0<\/p><ul><li class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1:vTell us what vehicle you need<\/strong> \u2013 Share your budget, preferred model, year, and specifications.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Step 2: Browse auctions or stock<\/strong> \u2013 Experience direct access to live Japanese auctions (USS, AUCNET, TAA auctions etc, with pre-bid inspections) or choose from our One Price ready-to-ship inventory.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Step 3: Confirm price and condition<\/strong> \u2013 Review auction sheets, photos, and pre-bid inspection report.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Step 4: Make payment<\/strong> \u2013 Secure payment direct to Japan accounts or through JUMVEA Safe Trade (JUST) for protection.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Step\u00a0 5: We arrange export and shipping<\/strong> \u2013 TokyoCarZ handles documentation, shipping, insurance, and Irish clearance coordination.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><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><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcde Ready to start?<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tokyocarz.com\/\">Browse vehicles available<\/a> for export to Ireland at wholesale prices or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tokyocarz.com\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Contact TokyoCarZ<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0for a personalized consultation and 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-367c23a elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"367c23a\" 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 hybrid car Ireland under \u20ac10,000<\/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-be68baf elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"be68baf\" 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-85d655b\" data-id=\"85d655b\" 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-9b40262 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9b40262\" 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>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/h2><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>1: Can I import used cars from Japan to Ireland?<\/strong><br \/>Yes. Ireland allows used car imports from Japan. Vehicles must be registered with Revenue, pay VRT, and pass NCT inspection.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>2: How is VRT calculated on Japanese imports?<\/strong><br \/><strong>VRT on Japanese imports Ireland<\/strong>\u00a0is based on CO\u2082 emissions (14\u201336%). Lower emissions = lower VRT. Hybrids typically fall into lower bands. Use Revenue&#8217;s online calculator for estimates.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>3: Which port is used for shipping to Ireland?<\/strong><br \/><strong>Dublin Port<\/strong>\u00a0is the primary destination. Rosslare is an alternative for southern deliveries.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>4: How do I avoid VRT surprises in Ireland?<\/strong><br \/>Working with a trusted and experienced vehicle exporter is the most effective way to eliminate these VRT risks. Always verify the vehicle&#8217;s exact technical specifications and market value before committing to a purchase.<\/p><p><strong>5: What is better? Importing from Japan vs UK to Ireland?<\/strong><br \/>Choosing between importing from Japan or the UK comes down to your budget, preferred vehicle type, and flexibility with shipping timelines. Recent post-Brexit tax changes and the 2026 EU-Japan trade agreement have increasingly shifted the cost advantage toward Japan.\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>6: Is NCT required for Japanese imports?<\/strong><br \/>Yes. Mandatory NCT inspection for roadworthiness after registration. Headlight adjustment and emissions compliance are common requirements.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>7: Can I drive a Japanese import with a Japanese odometer?<\/strong><br \/>Yes.\u00a0<strong>Converting Japanese odometer to miles Ireland<\/strong>\u00a0is not mandatory. The speedometer must display km\/h (Japanese km\/h displays are fine since Ireland uses km\/h).<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>8: How long does shipping from Japan to Ireland take?<\/strong><br \/>Shipping takes approximately\u00a0<strong>5\u20136 weeks<\/strong>\u00a0direct from Yokohama or Nagoya to Dublin Port.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>9: Can I buy auction cars through TokyoCarZ?<\/strong><br \/>Yes. TokyoCarZ provides direct access to Japanese auctions with pre-bid inspections and full documentation support.<\/p><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>10: What are the NCT requirements for imported cars?<\/strong><br \/><strong>NCT requirements imported cars Ireland<\/strong>\u00a0include: headlight aim (adjust for left-hand traffic), emissions test, rust inspection, and general roadworthiness. Japanese cars often pass easily due to excellent condition.<\/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\/how-to-import-cars-from-japan-to-germany\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to Import Cars from Japan to Germany<\/a><\/p><\/li><\/ul><hr \/><p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><em>Note: VRT rates, VAT, and NCT requirements are subject to change. Always verify current requirements with Revenue Ireland or a licensed customs agent before purchasing.<\/em><\/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<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking to\u00a0import cars from Japan to Ireland? TokyoCarZ helps buyers in Ireland access Japanese used cars, auction vehicles, and direct stock with worldwide shipping support. 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