JapanShipping and customs data last updated: August 7, 2026
How to ship from Thailand to Japan in 4 steps
Getting your details right before you book makes the price you see more accurate and reduces the chance your parcel is held for a document check along the way.
- Check your goods
Confirm your items are not on the carrier's or Japan's list of prohibited or restricted goods.
- Pack and measure the box
Weigh the parcel after packing and measure width x length x height, because carriers may charge on volumetric weight.
- Compare rates
Enter your details in ParcelRadar, then choose a service by price, transit time and the conditions that suit your parcel.
- Let us handle the paperwork
Send your product details to the ParcelRadar team and we help prepare the invoice, packing list and coordinate any required permits before shipping.
How much does shipping to Japan cost, and which carrier is best?
If you are comparing how much it costs to ship to Japan, or looking for a cheap way to ship to Japan, this table uses a small parcel from Bangkok to Tokyo as the example.
It shows the Japan shipping cost from Thailand, the transit time and the tax conditions of economy, express, sea freight and DDP services in a way that is easy to understand.
| Carrier | Estimated transit | Example price | Import tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| ePacket | 7-15 business days | ฿189.00 | Not DDP |
| YunExpress Japan | 8-12 business days | ฿334.58 | DDP |
| Hainan Airlines BKK ✈︎ PEK ✈︎ NRT (โตเกียว นาริตะ,ญี่ปุ่น) | 1-3 business days | ฿466.67 | Not DDP |
| Surface Parcel | 30-90 business days | ฿690.00 | Not DDP |
| EMS World Package | 3-11 business days | ฿1,100.00 | Not DDP |
| Economy Express Non-doc Zone 2 | 5-7 business days | ฿1,921.06 | Not DDP |
| Courier Post ( DHL by Thailand Post ) | 3-5 business days | ฿2,690.00 | Not DDP |
Example prices as of August 7, 2026. Each service may apply a different minimum or volumetric weight, so the real price depends on the packed weight,
box size, postal code, type of goods and membership benefits.
Parcels with a total customs value of no more than 10,000 yen are generally exempt from duty and consumption tax, but some categories are exceptions, such as alcohol, tobacco, leather goods and knitted apparel. Above the threshold or for excepted goods, standard services may collect tax at the destination. See Japan Customs for details.
The YunExpress Japan DDP service includes import tax and duty, per its conditions, in the price shown.
The sender sees the total before booking and reduces the chance the recipient has to pay extra when the parcel arrives in Japan.
Our team helps check the type of goods, value and documents before confirming the service.
Key conditions to compare before choosing a service
- The transit times shown are estimates and may increase due to customs inspection, holidays or the destination area.
- Prices are based on actual weight compared with volumetric weight, using the higher of the two, plus each service's minimum weight.
- Each service supports different goods, such as processed food, batteries, liquids or controlled items.
- Insurance may not cover under-declared value, fragile or perishable goods, or unsuitable packaging.
- Many services offer 24-hour tracking, insurance, door-to-door delivery and live location on a map, so compare the features before choosing.
What to know about shipping parcels to Japan
ParcelRadar helps you compare shipping costs, tax conditions and checks your documents before you ship,
so you can decide whether to use a standard or DDP service without handling customs and paperwork on your own.
Don't want to worry about tax? Choose DDP
Parcels with a total customs value of no more than 10,000 yen are generally exempt from duty and consumption tax, but some product groups do not qualify.
If the value is higher or you are unsure, choose DDP, which includes the import costs per its conditions in advance.
Our team helps check the type of goods, declared value and conditions before you choose a service.
Sending food to Japan? Check the category first
Japan strictly controls meat, animal products, vegetables and fruit. Many items cannot be sent by post without the required certificates.
Before shipping food with ParcelRadar, we help check the ingredients and requirements and prepare the invoice and packing list,
and coordinate any required certificate or permit, so you don't have to handle the paperwork on your own.
Documents for shipping to Japan — let ParcelRadar help prepare them
The main documents usually include the shipping label, customs form, commercial invoice and packing list, as well as a health certificate, certificate of origin or extra permits for certain goods. If you ship with ParcelRadar, our team helps check which documents are needed and coordinates the steps, so you don't have to worry about how to fill in or prepare them.
Just tell the ParcelRadar team the product name, quantity, value, ingredients or product photos, and the purpose of the shipment, and we help check the information, prepare the invoice and packing list, and coordinate any specific permit or document needed before shipping, to reduce the chance the parcel is delayed by incomplete information.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to ship to Japan, and which service is cheapest?
For a small example parcel from Bangkok to Tokyo, ePacket starts at ฿189 and is the cheapest rate found in this search. The real price depends on the packed weight, box size, postal code and type of goods.
How much does Thailand Post cost for shipping to Japan?
For example, ePacket starts at ฿189 and takes about 7-15 days, while Surface Parcel starts at ฿690 and takes about 30-90 days. ParcelRadar helps you compare Thailand Post options against several private carriers on one page.
How many days does express shipping to Japan take?
Express services take about 2-5 days, such as DHL Express Worldwide, while FedEx International Priority takes about 3-5 days. Transit time also depends on holidays, the destination area and customs inspection.
What are the price and transit time for sea freight from Thailand to Japan?
For example, Surface Parcel starts at ฿690 and takes about 30-90 days, suited to non-urgent parcels. The real price depends on weight, box size, type of goods and the destination area.
Can I send food to Japan, and what documents are required?
Some food can be sent, but Japan strictly controls meat, animal products, vegetables and fruit. When you ship with ParcelRadar, we help check the ingredients, prepare the invoice and packing list, and coordinate any required certificate or permit before shipping.
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