How long does ocean shipping from Tokyo to Seattle take?

Direct port-to-port transit on this lane typically takes 14 to 14 days, based on 72 recorded voyages.

How many sailings per week are there from Tokyo to Seattle?

Roughly 1.0 sailings per week departed over the past four weeks (physical vessels, all carriers combined).

Which carriers serve the Tokyo to Seattle route?

1 carriers currently market this lane, including Swire Westwood.

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Tokyo to Seattle — Ocean Freight Schedule & Transit Time

Importers researching shipping from Tokyo to Seattle will find a focused direct trans-Pacific service operated by Swire Westwood, connecting Japan's capital region with one of the U.S. West Coast's major gateway ports. With a typical transit of approximately 14 days, this single-carrier lane offers a consistent and predictable schedule for businesses moving cargo across the North Pacific. For U.S. importers, it represents a reliable option for sourcing goods from the Tokyo area with a clear and manageable ocean leg.

Data last updated: 2026-07-09 — refreshed with every new schedule batch.

14–14 daysTypical transit (P25–P75)

~1.0/weekSailings, last 4 weeks

1Active route products (90 days)

1Carriers

4234 nmSea-route distance

Supply & Demand snapshot

Deployed capacity Steady — avg ~2,469 TEU/week planned ahead vs ~2,399 over the past 6 weeks (+3%)

Space utilization Space open · 84% of measured capacity in use (week of 2026-07-13) · limited sample — indicative only

Port performance Tokyo (POL) 1.0 day avg stay · limited sample · Seattle (POD) 2.3 days avg stay Delayed

Carriers on this lane

Swire Westwood

Frequently asked questions

How long does ocean shipping from Tokyo to Seattle take?: Direct port-to-port transit on this lane typically takes 14 to 14 days, based on 72 recorded voyages.
How many sailings per week are there from Tokyo to Seattle?: Roughly 1.0 sailings per week departed over the past four weeks (physical vessels, all carriers combined).
Which carriers serve the Tokyo to Seattle route?: 1 carriers currently market this lane, including Swire Westwood.

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Figures are indicative estimates with partial coverage, for reference only, not carrier-confirmed. Coverage: East & Southeast Asia → United States, direct port-to-port services. For live FCL/LCL quotes, contact an ETDETA sales specialist.