Yokohama, Japan
Air freight in Yokohama
Ziem Logistics books air freight to and from Yokohama via Haneda (HND). We arrange pick-up and delivery in the Yokohama area and prepare the customs entries before the cargo flies. For air freight to and from Japan we issue our own air waybills.
Airports, seaports and connections in Yokohama
- AirportHaneda
HND - AirportNarita
NRT - SeaportPort of Yokohama
Yokohama lies on the western side of Tokyo Bay and relies on Tokyo's airports for air freight. Haneda Airport (HND) is the closest and is well suited to urgent belly cargo, while Narita International Airport (NRT) on the far side of the Tokyo area offers the main freighter capacity. The Port of Yokohama is one of Japan's principal container ports, with terminals at Honmoku, Minami-Honmoku and Daikoku Pier, and forms the Keihin port area together with Tokyo and Kawasaki. Many shippers in Kanagawa combine Yokohama sea freight with air freight via HND or NRT.
The Shuto Expressway's Bayshore Route and Yokohane Route link Yokohama's port areas with Haneda and central Tokyo. The Tomei Expressway and the Daisan Keihin Road connect inland Kanagawa, and the Ken-O Expressway gives access to Narita without crossing the inner city. JR Freight serves the area with container rail links to other parts of Japan.
Operational logistics facts for Yokohama
| Hub | Specialisation | Local advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Port of Yokohama (Honmoku, Minami-Honmoku, Daikoku Pier) | Containers, vehicles, general cargo | Direct container access for manufacturers in Kanagawa |
| Haneda Airport (HND) | Urgent belly cargo, small consignments | Short road distance from Yokohama for time-critical shipments |
| Keihin industrial zone (Kawasaki and Yokohama) | Automotive, chemicals, food processing | Pick-up at plants and chemical sites, including dangerous goods planning |
| Narita International Airport (NRT) | Freighter capacity and long-haul connections | Heavier air shipments routed via the Ken-O Expressway |
Industries in Yokohama and how we support them
Yokohama and the wider Kanagawa coast are part of the Keihin industrial zone. The city hosts the headquarters of a major Japanese carmaker, and the region has car plants, auto parts suppliers, chemical and petrochemical complexes in neighbouring Kawasaki, as well as food processing and port-centric distribution. Ziem Logistics supports these supply chains with sea freight FCL/LCL through the Port of Yokohama, air freight under our own air waybills via HND and NRT, Next Flight Out and On-Board Courier for urgent automotive parts, and customs clearance through our Japanese network partner team.
Time-critical air freight in Yokohama
For time-critical shipments we compare two options: Next Flight Out via Haneda (HND) on the first suitable flight, or an On-Board Courier who hand-carries the goods to the Yokohama area. In both cases the customs entries are prepared in advance.
Our own air waybills in Japan
We issue our own air waybills for shipments to and from Japan. We book directly with the airline, control the shipment data and can make changes without waiting for a third party.
Customs clearance in Japan
Ziem network
Customs clearance in Japan is handled by a partner team in the Ziem network, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures.
For air freight to and from Japan we issue our own air waybills.
Importers in Japan need an importer code registered in NACCS (recommended) and, for some goods, product-specific notifications.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport is better for urgent shipments from Yokohama?
Haneda (HND) is closer and suits smaller urgent shipments on passenger flights. Narita (NRT) has more freighter capacity for heavy or bulky freight and dangerous goods. We decide per shipment and confirm cut-off times with every booking.
Can chemicals from Kawasaki or Yokohama go by air freight?
Yes, provided the goods are classified, packed, marked and documented according to the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. We check the safety data sheet and UN number before booking and select airlines that accept the relevant class, usually via Narita.
Do you offer sea-air solutions combining Yokohama and Tokyo airports?
Yes. Where a shipment needs part of the transit by sea and part by air, we can combine sea freight through the Port of Yokohama with air freight from Haneda or Narita, managed under one shipment file.
How do I get a quote for air freight to or from Yokohama?
Send us the origin, destination, goods description, weight and dimensions. Our operations desk replies with a routing via Haneda (HND) and an itemised quote.