Shipping Agents

This posting will be a short one. If a buyer wishes to deal with japan exports, it's imperative that you find a agent that is familiar with the Japanese side of bookings and differences in shipping processing costs on both sides of the border. A agent that quotes without giving a worse case scenario which usually stems from lack of knowledge or just a plain money grabbing will cause undue stress with additional unexpected costs. The best agent can do all you require within a 24hr period. Communication should be expidited in a timely fashion, delays cost money in shipping,holding and ultimately you recouping your costs through sales. I've found that the receiving countries usually have difficulties in honoring their original quotes.Japan for good reference always honors what they quote.