明石 is located in 日本（亚洲）, and is a common destination for international express, cross-border e-commerce, and overseas warehouse shipments. The correct postal code is essential for the successful delivery of international parcels via DHL, UPS, FedEx, and for customs clearance — an incorrect ZIP code can cause delays, returns, or customs holds.

If you are planning a shipment to 明石, in addition to the postal code we recommend reviewing the available options from China to 日本 — including FCL ocean freight, LCL consolidation, and international air freight — and choosing the right mode and port/airport based on cargo type, transit time, and destination city. Awice Logistics aggregates real-time rates from Shanghai, Shenzhen, Ningbo, Qingdao, Guangzhou and other major Chinese gateways to 日本 to help you decide quickly.

* The rates shown below are reference quotes published by Awice Logistics partner forwarders and carriers. Final pricing is subject to contract confirmation and may fluctuate with season, fuel surcharges, and sailing schedules.

FCL Ocean Freight to 日本5 routes

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Waigaoqiao→tokyo

Cutoff: 2026-09-22Transit: 3dDirect

TSL

20GP

$225

40GP

$350

40HQ

$350

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Waigaoqiao→tokyo

Cutoff: 2026-09-18Transit: 3dDirect

ONTO

20GP

$250

40GP

$400

40HQ

$400

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shekou→osaka

Cutoff: 2026-09-17Transit: 4dDirect

OOCL

20GP

$295

40GP

$505

40HQ

$505

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shekou→kobe

Cutoff: 2026-09-17Transit: 4dDirect

OOCL

20GP

$295

40GP

$505

40HQ

$505

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shenzhen→tokyo

Cutoff: 2026-09-17Transit: 0dTranshipment

SITC

20GP

$350

40GP

$590

40HQ

$590

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LCL Ocean Freight to 日本3 routes

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HONGKONG→shimizu

Cutoff: 2026-09-23Transit: 6dWarehouse: YTL

Rate

$65/CBM

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HONGKONG→moji

Cutoff: 2026-09-23Transit: 5dWarehouse: YTL

Rate

$65/CBM

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HONGKONG→hakata

Cutoff: 2026-09-23Transit: 5dWarehouse: YTL

Rate

$60/CBM

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Air Freight to 日本3 routes

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Hong Kong(Kai Tak) International Airport→Aibd airport international Blaise diagne

Flight: 1-7Transit: 1d

45K

¥0

100K

¥65

300K

¥64

1000K

¥0

Hong Kong(Kai Tak) International Airport→IGA Istanbul International Airport

Flight: DailyTransit: 3d

45K

¥46

100K

¥43

300K

¥42

1000K

¥0

Beijing Daxing International Airport→Tribhuvan International Airport

Flight: 2,5,7Transit: 1d

45K

¥30.1

100K

¥23.5

300K

¥22.5

1000K

¥21.5

Major Seaports in 日本

Major Airports in 日本

明石 Postal Code FAQ

Q: What is the postal code format for 明石?

A: Postal code format in 日本 varies by region — please follow the official local postal standard when filling in the address.

Q: Should I ship from China to 日本 by sea, air, or express?

A: FCL / LCL bulk cargo is best shipped by ocean freight (destination ports include 门司、冲绳、中关, etc.); sea transit from major Chinese ports to 日本 typically takes 15-45 days with the lowest cost. Samples and urgent shipments are best sent by air (common airports: 札幌机场（OKD）、宫古岛机场（MMY）), arriving in 1-5 days. E-commerce parcels under 20 kg are best handled by international express or dedicated lines. Compare actual rates directly in the rate tables above.

Q: What are the main seaports and airports in 日本?

A: Major seaports in 日本 include 门司、冲绳、中关、大阪; major international airports include 札幌机场（OKD）、宫古岛机场（MMY）、冲九良部机场（OKE）. When selecting an origin / destination gateway, choose the nearest one to the cargo location to minimise inland transport cost.

Q: What should I know about customs clearance in 日本?

A: Customs clearance in 日本 is usually fast (1-3 days), but the certificate of origin (Form E / Form F, etc.) is strictly required. Leveraging FTA preferential treaties can cut duties by 0-10%. Electronics, cosmetics, and food items must obtain destination import licenses in advance.

Q: How can I check international freight rates from 明石 to China?

A: On the Awice Logistics homepage, select the "FCL / LCL / Air / Express" tab as needed. Enter "门司" or any other Chinese gateway as the origin, choose a port in 日本 (serving 明石) as the destination, and you can browse live freight rates. Sign in to view full quotations, sailing schedules, and historical price trends.