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JVK-Magellan International Movers Ltd.
Level 9, Ariake Frontier Building, Tower B,
3-1-25 Ariake, Koto-Ku
Tokyo 135-0063, Japan
Tel: 81-03-6688-7111
Fax: 81-03-6688-7110
E-mail: japan@jvkasia.com
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL EFFECTS
  • Used personal effects are not dutiable in Japan.
  • To clear customs we require:
      1. clear copy of passport ( bio-data page, Japan visa page and last entry stamp page
      2. Original Japan Customs Form ( C#5360) which is obtained on aircraft when arriving in Japan and must be stamped by Customs on arrival at airport.

PROHIBITED AND RESTRICTED GOODS
  • Goods prohibited from entering Japan include firearms, ammunition, pornographic material, satellite dishes, short wave radios, narcotics, or subversive literature or materials.

    • MOTOR VEHICLES (AUTOS AND MOTORBIKES)
  • Used vehicles must be modified top meet Japanese emission control laws before they can be used. New cars will be dutiable.

ANIMALS AND PETS
  • Most pets, including dogs, cats, and birds, can be brought into Japan will be subject a 14 day quarantine period. The documents necessary at the time of import are a current health certificate (not more than 7 days old) and a current vaccination card. A copy of these documents must be scanned or faxed to JVK at least 10 days prior to arrival.

  • The shipper must be in Japan at the time of clearance.

 
                                   CONSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
                                   Consign both sea and air shipments to:

                                   The Shipper (name spelt exactly as in passport)
                                   c/o JVK-Magellan International Movers Ltd
                                   Level 9, Ariake Frontier Building, Tower B,
                                   3-1-25 Ariake, Koto-Ku
                                   Tokyo 135-0063
                                   Japan.
                                   Tel: 81-03-6688 7111
                                   Fax: 81-03-6688 7110
                                   e-mail: japan@jvkasia.com
                                  
                                  


                                   Notify Party:As Consignee

NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, JVK International Movers cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.