Import Cars to Canada from Japan

Everything you need to import a used car from Japan to Canada — the age rule, shipping options, taxes and the vehicles currently available at a fixed One Price. Vehicles 15 years and older qualify — model year 2011 or earlier for 2026.

Canada Import Regulations

Shipping & Logistics

ETA: Ocean transit time by RORO is approx. 4 weeks. Add 1 week for clearance. Total ETA: ~5 weeks.
Ports: Vancouver, New Westminster, and Halifax (Note: Halifax bookings may take longer).

Customs & Costs

Duty: 0% - 2.5% on Japanese-made (up to 6.1% for non-Japanese / 3.3% for trucks).
GST: 5%
Brokerage & Port: Broker ~$250 (+GST), Port Unloading ~$170, Tow Fee ~$100.
Other: A/C Excise Tax ($100), CFIA Soil Exam ($43 + GST if flagged).

Age & Import Restrictions (CRITICAL)

Cars & Motorcycles: The vehicle MUST be strictly 15 years or older (calculated to the exact month/year) to be exempt from CMVSS. (Exception: Quebec prohibits RHD vehicles newer than 25 years).

Heavy Machinery: Strictly off-road machinery is generally exempt from the 15-year rule but must pass rigorous CFIA biosecurity inspections (must be 100% free of soil/seeds).

Disclaimer

The import regulations, taxes, and age restrictions provided below are gathered from public internet sources for general guidance only. We do not bear any legal responsibility for the accuracy of this information. It is your sole responsibility to verify how to clear customs, homologate, and register the vehicle in your country. We are only responsible for shipping the vehicle to your requested port.

Frequently asked questions

Canada allows importing vehicles that are at least 15 years old. In 2026 that means a model year of 2011 or earlier. Newer cars are generally not eligible for standard private import.

Yes. Every order includes Japanese export de-registration, the English export certificate, marine insurance and shipping from Japan to Canada by RORO or container. Our export team prepares the documents your customs broker needs.

Each vehicle ships with the original Japanese auction sheet, our own inspection report with photos, and the export certificate. Mileage and condition are stated as recorded at the Japanese auction.

Canada-legal JDM from our own stock

Cars we own in Japan, made in 2011 or earlier: inspected, documented and ready to ship.

All JDM stock →

NEW

25-year eligible

Mitsubishi FTO

$ 12,439

1995
76,000 km
MT
2,000 cc

Grade: 2.0 GR
Chassis: DE3A-0018691
Engine Type: 6A12
Fuel: Gasoline
Color: Black

Canada Import Regulations

Shipping & Logistics

Customs & Costs

Age & Import Restrictions (CRITICAL)

Disclaimer

Frequently asked questions

Canada-legal JDM from our own stock

Mitsubishi FTO

Toyota Celsior

Nissan Stagea

Nissan Sunny

Toyota Supra

Honda Civic

Nissan Skyline

Nissan Skyline

15,289 cars eligible for Canada

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MERCEDES BENZ 220 SALOON

TOYOTA ESTIMA

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JEEP

1200 STAND ENGINE USMOTE

GMC FREE TO LINE 2 DOOR

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GMC CHEVROLET IMPALA

MITSUBISHI JEEP

MITSUBISHI JEEP

ISUZU HILLMAN

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