Japan RoRo Shipping Schedule 2026 | NYK Vessel Schedule & Vehicle Export | KMC JAPAN
KMC JAPAN provides updated RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) shipping schedule information for customers exporting Japanese used cars, trucks, vans, and commercial vehicles worldwide.
The schedule below is based on the latest available vehicle carrier schedules from NYK Group booking services and shipping partners.
RoRo vessels are specialized car carriers designed to transport vehicles by driving them directly onto the vessel.
Important Shipping Schedule Notice
ETD (Estimated Time of Departure) and ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival) are based on the latest shipping line schedule available at the time of publication.
Shipping schedules may change due to vessel operation, weather conditions, port congestion, cargo volume, and other operational reasons.
Customers should confirm the final vessel schedule before delivering vehicles to the port.
Last Updated: July 2026
Master Global RoRo & Conventional Vehicle Shipping Schedule Guide
*Note: Shipping Order (S/O) cut-off dates are generally three (3) business days prior to the scheduled loading date at each port.
1. North America, South America & Caribbean Route Schedule
Direct and transshipment services connecting Japanese loading ports with West Coast South America (WCSA), West Coast Central America (WCCA), North America (USA/Canada), and Honolulu.
West Coast South & Central America (WCSA / WCCA)
| Service | Vessel Name | Voyage | Yokohama (Daikoku) | Nagoya (Kinjyo) | Pt. Quetzal | Acajutla | Callao | Iquique | San Antonio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WCSA | LYDDEN | 043 | 8/29 | 8/26 | -- | -- | -- | TBA | -- |
| WCCA | SERENITY HIGHWAY | 023 | 8/20 | 8/17 | 9/16 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
North America (USA, Canada, Hawaii) & Caribbean Port Transshipments
| Region / Route | Vessel / Service Type | Main POL (Japan) | POD / Transit Ports | Frequency / Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA West Coast (NAWC) | Pure Car Carrier (PCC) | Yokohama / Kobe | Long Beach / Tacoma | Monthly Direct Service |
| USA East Coast (NAEC) | Transshipment / Direct PCC | Yokohama / Nagoya | Jacksonville / Baltimore / Newark | Bi-weekly Schedules |
| Canada (Pacific Coast) | Direct RoRo | Yokohama | New Westminster (Vancouver) | Monthly Direct Sailing |
| Honolulu (Hawaii) | Island Express RoRo | Yokohama / Nagoya | Honolulu Harbor | Bi-weekly Connections |
| Caribbean Hubs | Carib Feeder Network | Yokohama / Nagoya / Kobe | Kingston / Balboa / St. Domingo / Port of Spain | Feeder via Balboa & Kingston Hubs |
2. Sri Lanka & Red Sea Express Route
Dedicated RoRo connections serving Hambantota Port (Sri Lanka) and Red Sea ports (Jeddah, Aqaba, Port Sudan, Djibouti).
Sri Lanka Express Service
| Vessel Name | Voyage | Yokohama (Daikoku) | Nagoya (Kinjyo) | Osaka (Senboku) | Kobe (Rokko) | Hambantota (ETA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARMONY LEADER | 104 | 7/13 | 7/16 | 7/18 | 7/19 | 7/31 |
| DRESSER LEADER | 088 | 8/10 | 8/12 | 8/14 | 8/15 | 8/28 |
Red Sea Service Schedule
| Vessel Name | Voyage | Yokohama | Nagoya | Kobe | Jeddah | Aqaba | Port Sudan | Djibouti |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAND ORION | 052 | 8/05 | 8/07 | 8/08 | 8/26 | 8/29 | 9/02 | 9/05 |
3. Asia & South East Asia Regional Routes
Connecting East Asia and South East Asian hubs including Singapore, Port Kelang, Jakarta, Ho Chi Minh, and Haiphong.
| Vessel Name | Voy. | Kobe | Nagoya | Yokohama | Taipei | Singapore | Port Kelang | Jakarta |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AQUARIUS LEADER | 074 | 7/29 | 7/30 | 8/01 | 8/05 | 8/13 | 8/25 (T/S) | 8/18 |
| GALAXY LEADER | 062 | 8/18 | 8/19 | 8/21 | 8/25 | 9/02 | 9/05 | 9/08 |
4. South Pacific Islands, Papua New Guinea & Australia
Dedicated routes servicing Australia (Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Fremantle) and South Pacific islands (Honiara, Suva, Lautoka, Noumea, Lae, Port Moresby).
South Pacific Islands Rotation
| Vessel Name | Voy. | Kobe | Nagoya | Yokohama | Honiara | Noumea | Lautoka | Suva | Apia |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PACIFIC ISLANDER II | 170 | 7/12 | 7/13 | 7/14 | 7/24 | 7/29 | 7/31 | 8/2 | 8/10 |
| TROPICAL ISLANDER | 170 | 7/22 | 7/23 | 7/24 | 8/4 | 8/7 | 8/9 | 8/12 | 8/18 |
5. Africa & Europe Direct Services (Detailed Vessel Schedules)
Expanded monthly and bi-weekly schedules for major vehicle destinations across East Africa, Southern Africa, West Africa, Northern Europe, the UK, and the Mediterranean.
East Africa Line (Mombasa & Dar es Salaam Direct)
| Vessel Name | Voyage | Yokohama | Nagoya | Kobe | Mombasa (ETA) | Dar es Salaam (ETA) | Service Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARITIME HIGHWAY | 108 | 7/28 | 7/30 | 8/01 | 8/18 | 8/22 | Direct PCC |
| CATTLEYA ACE | 094 | 8/12 | 8/14 | 8/16 | 9/02 | 9/06 | Direct PCC |
| PROGRESS ACE | 051 | 8/25 | 8/27 | 8/29 | 9/15 | 9/19 | Direct PCC |
South & West Africa Express (Durban, Maputo, Lagos, Tema)
| Vessel Name | Voyage | Yokohama | Nagoya | Kobe | Maputo (ETA) | Durban (ETA) | Lagos / Tema (T/S) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOEGH TRADER | 042 | 8/03 | 8/05 | 8/06 | 8/25 | 8/28 | 9/12 (via Durban) |
| HOEGH BERLIN | 115 | 8/22 | 8/24 | 8/25 | 9/13 | 9/16 | 9/30 (via Durban) |
North Europe & United Kingdom Direct Services
| Vessel Name | Voyage | Yokohama | Kanda / Moji | Nagoya | Bristol (ETA) | Zeebrugge (ETA) | Bremerhaven (ETA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUTO BANNER | 082 | 7/25 | 7/27 | 7/29 | 8/28 | 8/31 | 9/03 |
| AUTO ADVANCE | 036 | 8/15 | 8/17 | 8/19 | 9/18 | 9/21 | 9/24 |
Mediterranean & Black Sea Route
| Vessel Name | Voyage | Yokohama | Kobe | Piraeus (Greece) | Koper (Slovenia) | Barcelona (Spain) | Sagunto (Spain) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEPTUNE ITHAKI | 019 | 8/08 | 8/10 | 8/31 | 9/03 | 9/07 | 9/09 |
| GARNET LEADER | 067 | 8/28 | 8/30 | 9/20 | 9/23 | 9/27 | 9/29 |
6. NBP Conventional Vessel (在来船) & Heavy Equipment Schedule
Designed for non-containerized, oversized, heavy construction machinery (excavators, loaders) and breakbulk cargo.
| Service Category | Loading Ports | Discharge Region | Cargo Eligibility & Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBP Conventional Lines | Yokohama, Osaka, Hakata, Moji | South East Asia, Pacific Islands | Breakbulk, Heavy Trucks, Machinery, Static Cargo |
| Seven Seals RoRo Line | Yokohama Daikoku, Kobe Rokko | Global Routes (Asia / Middle East / Pacific) | Drivable Motor Vehicles, Trailers & Machinery |
Key Guidelines for Smooth Logistics & Export Operations
- Shipping Order (S/O) Cut-off: Always ensure S/O submission and physical cargo arrival at the port yard strictly before the 3-day cut-off window.
- Pre-Export Inspection Requirements: Ensure JEVIC, EAA, QISJ, or Bureau Veritas inspections are arranged prior to booking if required by destination country regulations.
- Port Clearance Documentation: Export Certificates (MASHOSHOU) must be delivered to the yard operator along with the customs declaration forms prior to loading.
Japan to Europe RoRo Schedule
| Destination | Ports | ETD | ETA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Europe | Dublin, Rotterdam, Antwerp, Southampton, Zeebrugge | According to carrier schedule | According to destination route |
Japan to USA, Canada & Caribbean Routes
| Region | Main Ports |
|---|---|
| USA | Jacksonville, Baltimore, West Coast Ports |
| Canada | New Westminster / Vancouver area |
| Caribbean | Multiple Caribbean ports |
KMC JAPAN Proxy Shipping Service
KMC JAPAN provides proxy shipping assistance for customers who purchase vehicles in Japan and need professional export support.
- Vehicle receiving arrangement
- Shipping schedule checking
- RoRo booking support
- Export document preparation
- Port delivery coordination
- Shipping status updates
KMC JAPAN Proxy Shipping Fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Proxy Shipping Arrangement | ¥30,000 + Tax / Vehicle |
| Export Documentation Support | ¥20,000 + Tax |
| Port Delivery Coordination | From ¥10,000 + Tax |
| Complete Export Support Package | From ¥50,000 + Tax |
Shipping freight, port charges, customs fees, import taxes, and destination country charges are separate.
Contact KMC JAPAN for Latest RoRo Schedule
RoRo vessel schedules are updated regularly. Contact KMC JAPAN for the latest confirmed sailing information, vehicle export quotation, and shipping support from Japan.
