So, if you have shifted to Japan and you are having an amazing time but you miss home and your friends are sending you some treat to cheer you up. So, here are some pointers to ensure that you get items of Japan in the right way. A lot of things are same as sending an item to other nations, but there are some points which can make a real difference in this nation’s rules and regulations.
Items you can send and items you can’t send
Firstly, think about what you can and what you can’t send by doing proper research. Every nation has different list of prohibited items and Japan too stands amongst them. Thus, it is important to go through that list before you pack things to send. This is majorly important if you are sending items in advance of your shift to Japan. It is exciting and daunting at the same time.
Speaking about Japan’s customs rules and regulations, remember that the courier you are shipping with includes some items which you can’t ship along with some items which are difficult to insure or transport. It majorly includes live product like plants, specific food items and valuables or money.
As food is one of the major items which people send to one another, you need to go according to the rule of thumb to get your package via customs and think rationally and follow the similar rules which you do while flying. Items which can expire easily such as meat or fruit are a big no. Pre-packaged items which keep item sealed and fresh are a yes and so you can those. Aerosol cans are also not allowed so you can’t send canned cheese.
Know the rules and regulations
The next stage is to ensure your parcels gets to the exact location where it should. This is where the packaging rules enter. If you are sending delicate items, then there is a risk of them getting broken or squashed, hence, you should wrap them nicely. Make use of bubble wrap and newspaper around them. Though Japanese postal services are renowned for being careful towards every parcel, it is still your duty to take proper care of every item you parcel.
Next comes the paperwork. You need to fill a form when you send items to Japan. Do not use terms like miscellaneous, even if there are several small items. Group them together and mention a clear term for it. The value should be the expense of the item if you require to replace any. It allows the Japanese custom officers to charge you with related duties and taxes. You can also get your shipment insure to avoid any damage.
Get in the right place
Lastly, the address. Though you may possess great Japanese writing skills but do your friends from other nations also possess similar mastery? You can send your complete address in Japanese and they can print out a label or just copy paste it. It is very important to get the address correct to send items to Japan [ส่ง ของ ไป ญี่ปุ่น, which is the term in Thai]. Make sure the building number and zip codes are well-mentioned and correct.
