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Send a parcel to Japan cheaply, by comparing the best prices from multiple courier companies all in one place.
Parcel Monkey will save you money on postage to Japan, by helping you find discounted services with top international couriers like Parcelforce, DPD and DHL. Whether you need express shipping or a more economical tracked mail solution, it’s easy to compare prices and book services through our simple quote calculator.
Here are some examples of prices to send a parcel to Japan. We have many options, so for a personalised quote please enter the weight of your item into the quote box below.
Japan is a popular destination to ship to from the UK. With over 14,000 British expats residing in Japan and over 37,000 Japanese born people living in the UK, there is a constant demand for courier services that can ship between the UK and Japan both quickly and for an affordable price.
Sending a parcel to Japan is easy with Parcel Monkey and we’ve put together some useful information below, to make the process even easier.
If you’re looking for the cheapest way to send a parcel to Japan, it’s really easy to get a price to send your parcel, using our simple courier quote form. Just enter the weight and dimensions of your packaged item and you’ll instantly see quotes from multiple international couriers.
Shipping costs to Japan vary, depending on the size and weight of your parcel and how quickly you’d like it to arrive, but our discounted Parcelforce drop off service to Japan is one of the cheapest ways to send a parcel to Japan from the UK.
How long it takes to send a parcel to Japan from the UK depends on the service you book. Express delivery to Japan could take as little as 2-3 working days, where an economy service could take 3-5 working days.
Here are a few examples of our courier services to Japan and the estimated delivery times*:
Parcelforce Global Priority (drop off) – this is our cheapest delivery service to Japan, offering fully tracked delivery to Japan in 3-5 business days. Book online and drop off your parcel at your local Post Office or for an extra cost book a collection from your home or work address.
DHL Air Express – this is our quickest delivery service to Japan, offering fully tracked delivery to Japan in 2-3 working days. This premium service is fully tracked and includes a courier collection from your home or work address.
*All delivery times are estimates for major destinations only. More remote locations could take a day or two longer.
Customs Restrictions for shipping to Japan
When you send a parcel to Japan it is important to understand the rules regarding duties and restrictions. There are a number of items which are restricted for import to Japan, including wood and articles made of wood, furniture, printed books and works of art. The Japanese Customs authority has a useful website with more information on this.
Please also consult the Parcel Monkey prohibited items list, for items which are restricted or prohibited by our courier partners.
Further Information
Really very simple to set up delivery to Japan - easy to follow website
Parcel Monkey has been a great service for my parcel delivery. Their delivery is always reliable, and the prices are very reasonable compared to other options. The booking app is user-friendly, making the whole process smooth and stress-free. On top of that, their customer service is excellent—helpful, responsive, and genuinely committed to resolving any issues. I highly recommend Parcel Monkey to anyone looking for a dependable and hassle-free delivery service!
Our first time with Parcel Monkey, collection went smoothly, helpful driver. Over 8kg parcel to Japan but feedback from Osaka warehouse limited (not carriers fault) but delivered OK finally. Would be happy to use again for heavy parcels.
Way better value than alternatives and easy to use. Highly recommended
Easy to use and a good comparison of prices.
I was sending a parcel to Japan. The process was easy to use, arrived promptly and was less expensive than rivals. I will certainly use again!
Very pleased excellent service once again
It was easy to find information and even easier to drop o
