How to Import a Japanese Mini Truck to the USA — Complete Guide (2026)
Importing a Japanese mini truck from Japan is simpler than most people think — especially when you work with an experienced importer like JPM Mini Trucks. Here’s exactly how the process works.
Step 1: Choose Your Mini Truck
Browse our Japan stock inventory and select the truck that fits your needs. Consider make, model, mileage, transmission, and body type (flatbed, dump, firetruck, etc.).
Not sure which truck is right for you? Contact our team — we’ll help you find the right match.
Step 2: The 25-Year Rule
Under US federal law, vehicles that are 25 years or older can be imported to the USA without meeting FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) requirements. All Japanese mini trucks we sell meet this criteria — they are genuine classic JDM vehicles.
Step 3: Purchase and Payment
Once you’ve selected your truck, we arrange payment and begin the export process from Japan. We accept wire transfer and can discuss payment plans for qualified buyers.
Step 4: Export from Japan
We handle the Japanese export paperwork, deregistration certificate (shakken), and ocean freight booking. Your truck is loaded into a shipping container and dispatched from a Japanese port.
Step 5: US Customs Clearance
Your truck arrives at a US port (typically Los Angeles, Seattle or Houston). We provide all documentation needed for customs clearance, including the title, export certificate and bill of lading.
Step 6: Delivery to Your Door
Once cleared customs, your mini truck is loaded onto a domestic transport truck and delivered direct to your location, anywhere in the USA.
Total Timeline
From purchase to delivery: typically 4–8 weeks depending on your location and current shipping schedules.
Ready to Import?
Browse our current Japan stock or contact our team for a personalised import quote.