Japanese Mailing Packages: How to Send Mail and Packages
By Tour in Japan editors · Updated
Japan's postal system is reliable and affordable. Here's how to send letters, packages, and postcards.
Japan's postal system is reliable and affordable. Here's how to send letters, packages, and postcards.
Mail Types
| Type | Cost | Delivery Time |
|---|---|---|
| Postcard | ¥63 | 1–2 days |
| Letter (25g) | ¥84 | 1–2 days |
| Express | +¥180 | 1–2 days |
| Registered | +¥430 | 2–3 days |
| EMS (International) | ¥900–3,000+ | 2–5 days |
Package Services
| Service | Cost | Delivery Time |
|---|---|---|
| Click Post | ¥185 | 2–4 days |
| Yu-Pack | ¥510–2,000+ | 1–2 days |
| Yamato (Takkyubin) | ¥1,500–3,000 | Next day |
| Sagawa Express | ¥1,500–3,000 | Next day |
How to Send
At the Post Office
- Fill out the form — address, contents, weight
- Weigh the package — staff will help
- Pay — cash or IC card
- Receive tracking number — for registered packages
At Home
- Pick up a form — from any post office
- Fill it out — at home
- Drop at post office — or request pickup
Address Format
`` 〒XXX-XXXX Prefecture City District Building name, Room number ``
Tips
- Post offices — open Mon–Fri 9 AM – 5 PM, Sat 9 AM – 12 PM
- EMS — best for international packages
- Yu-Pack boxes — available at post offices (free)
- Wrap carefully — Japan Post may refuse poorly wrapped items
- Customs forms — required for international packages
- Tracking — always get it for important packages
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