Japan to USA Shipping Cost – Complete Guide to International Shipping Prices

The Japan to USA shipping cost is one of the most common questions asked by individuals and businesses involved in international shipping. As trade and e-commerce between Japan and the United States continue to expand, more customers are searching for reliable and affordable ways to ship packages internationally.

Japanese products are highly popular in the United States. Electronics, fashion brands, anime merchandise, beauty products, and specialty goods from Japan attract buyers across the American market. Because of this strong demand, understanding shipping costs and logistics options from Japan to the USA has become increasingly important.

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  1. Factors That Affect Shipping Cost
  2. Popular Shipping Services from Japan to the USA
  3. hipping rates from Japan to the United States (U.S./USA)
    1. Japan → United States (U.S./North America/Central America)
  4. Canada Export Shipping Rates (Discount Contract Rates)
    1. Bulk Shipping Rates
  5. Discount Export Shipping Rates from Japan (Asia & International Cargo)
    1. Hong Kong Export Shipping Rates
    2. South Korea Export Shipping Rates
    3. Taiwan Export Shipping Rates
    4. China (Northern Region: Shanghai, Zhejiang etc.) Export Shipping Rates
    5. China (Southern Region: Guangdong, Fujian etc.) Export Shipping Rates
    6. Macau Export Shipping Rates
    7. Southeast Asia Export Shipping Rates (Malaysia / Vietnam / Philippines / Singapore / Thailand)
    8. India & Australia Export Shipping Rates
    9. Europe Export Shipping Rates (Spain / Germany / France / Italy)
  6. How it works
    1. Step 1: Prepare the shipment
    2. Step 2: Email the shipment documents (invoice and packing information) to us.
    3. Step 3: We email two required documents for shipment (air waybill and invoice) to your shipper.
    4. Step 4: The carrier picks up the shipment from the pickup location / domestic warehouse, and the shipment is dispatched
    5. Step 5: Delivery and receipt of the cargo
    6. Input format
    7. Transaction flow (detailed version)
  7. Average Shipping Cost Examples
  8. How to Reduce Shipping Costs
  9. Buying Japanese Products and Shipping to the USA
  10. Japanese Product Shopping Agent Service – Buy from Japan and Ship Worldwide
  11. Supported Japanese Shopping Platforms
  12. Contact Us for Shipping from Japan

Factors That Affect Shipping Cost

Several factors influence the cost of shipping from Japan to the United States. The most important factors include package weight, parcel size, shipping speed, and the courier service used.

Shipping companies typically calculate international shipping fees using either actual weight or volumetric weight. Volumetric weight is determined by the size of the package. Larger parcels may therefore cost more even if they are relatively light.

The destination location within the United States can also affect the shipping cost. Deliveries to major cities are usually cheaper and faster compared to shipments sent to remote regions.

Several international shipping services are available for sending packages from Japan to the United States. The most common options include EMS from Japan Post, DHL international courier, FedEx international shipping, and UPS global logistics.

EMS is one of the most affordable international shipping options for small parcels. It provides reliable delivery with tracking and insurance coverage.

DHL and FedEx are often used for faster international shipping. These courier companies operate extensive global logistics networks and provide express delivery options.

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hipping rates from Japan to the United States (U.S./USA)

◇ Shipping rate table (price per kg)

Japan → United States (U.S./North America/Central America)

※ UPS fastest service level with tracking number. ※
※ We can also handle EMS, International ePacket, air mail, SAL, and sea freight via Japan Post—please let us know if you prefer these options..

※ UPS fastest service level with tracking number ※
【United States (U.S./North America/Central America) Export Preferred Rates】
・1kg　：4,030円
1.5kg ：4,451円
2kg　 ：4,963円
2.5kg ：5,409円
3kg　 ：5,889円
3.5kg ：6,271円
4kg　 ：6,701円
4.5kg ：7,164円
5kg　 ：7,580円
5.5kg ：7,674円
6kg　 ：7,878円
6.5kg ：8,160円
7kg　 ：8,317円
7.5kg ：8,601円
8kg　 ：8,727円
8.5kg ：8,867円
9kg　 ：9,087円
9.5kg ：9,306円
10kg ：9,464円
10.5 ：18,790円
11kg ： 19,257円
11.5kg：19,526円
12kg ： 19,760円
12.5kg： 20,094円
13kg ： 20,431円
13.5kg： 20,798円
14kg ： 21,132円
14.5kg： 21,432円
15kg ： 21,904円
15.5kg： 22,204円
16kg ： 22,571円
16.5kg： 22,877円
17kg ： 23,242円
17.5kg： 23,578円
18kg ： 23,946円
18.5kg： 24,183円
19kg ： 24,449円
19.5kg： 24,851円
20kg ： 25,388円

・21-49kg ：900円/ per 1kg
・50-99kg ：710円/ per 1kg
・100-299kg：620円/ per 1kg
・300-499kg：615円/ per 1kg
・500-999kg：610円/ per 1kg
・1000-5000kg：605円/ per 1kg

Canada Export Shipping Rates (Discount Contract Rates)

The following are our special discounted shipping rates for exporting parcels from Japan to Canada. These rates are designed for international shipments using reliable courier services with secure customs clearance.

WeightShipping Cost
1 kg4,030 JPY
1.5 kg4,451 JPY
2 kg4,963 JPY
2.5 kg5,409 JPY
3 kg5,889 JPY
3.5 kg6,271 JPY
4 kg6,701 JPY
4.5 kg7,164 JPY
5 kg7,580 JPY
5.5 kg7,674 JPY
6 kg7,878 JPY
6.5 kg8,160 JPY
7 kg8,317 JPY
7.5 kg8,601 JPY
8 kg8,727 JPY
8.5 kg8,867 JPY
9 kg9,087 JPY
9.5 kg9,306 JPY
10 kg9,464 JPY
10.5 kg18,790 JPY
11 kg19,257 JPY
11.5 kg19,526 JPY
12 kg19,760 JPY
12.5 kg20,094 JPY
13 kg20,431 JPY
13.5 kg20,798 JPY
14 kg21,132 JPY
14.5 kg21,432 JPY
15 kg21,904 JPY
15.5 kg22,204 JPY
16 kg22,571 JPY
16.5 kg22,877 JPY
17 kg23,242 JPY
17.5 kg23,578 JPY
18 kg23,946 JPY
18.5 kg24,183 JPY
19 kg24,449 JPY
19.5 kg24,851 JPY
20 kg25,388 JPY

Bulk Shipping Rates

Weight RangeRate per kg
21 – 49 kg900 JPY / kg
50 – 99 kg710 JPY / kg
100 – 299 kg620 JPY / kg
300 – 499 kg615 JPY / kg
500 – 999 kg610 JPY / kg
1,000 – 5,000 kg605 JPY / kg

These international shipping rates allow businesses and individuals to ship goods from Japan to Canada efficiently and cost-effectively. Large-volume shipments receive significantly reduced per-kilogram rates, making them ideal for e-commerce exports, bulk cargo, and commercial logistics.

Discount Export Shipping Rates from Japan (Asia & International Cargo)

Below are our special discounted international cargo shipping rates for exporting goods from Japan. These bulk shipping prices are ideal for businesses, e-commerce sellers, and logistics companies shipping large cargo volumes overseas.

Hong Kong Export Shipping Rates

21 – 50 kg750 JPY / kg
50 – 100 kg550 JPY / kg
100 – 299 kg400 JPY / kg
300 – 999 kg380 JPY / kg
1000 – 2000 kg350 JPY / kg
Over 2000 kg320 JPY / kg

South Korea Export Shipping Rates

21 – 50 kg850 JPY / kg
50 – 100 kg650 JPY / kg
100 – 299 kg520 JPY / kg
300 – 999 kg510 JPY / kg
1000 – 2000 kg500 JPY / kg
Over 2000 kg490 JPY / kg

Taiwan Export Shipping Rates

21 – 50 kg850 JPY / kg
50 – 100 kg650 JPY / kg
100 – 299 kg520 JPY / kg
300 – 999 kg510 JPY / kg
1000 – 2000 kg500 JPY / kg
Over 2000 kg490 JPY / kg

China (Northern Region: Shanghai, Zhejiang etc.) Export Shipping Rates

21 – 50 kg850 JPY / kg
50 – 100 kg650 JPY / kg
100 – 299 kg520 JPY / kg
300 – 999 kg510 JPY / kg
1000 – 2000 kg500 JPY / kg
Over 2000 kg490 JPY / kg

China (Southern Region: Guangdong, Fujian etc.) Export Shipping Rates

21 – 50 kg1350 JPY / kg
50 – 100 kg1150 JPY / kg
100 – 299 kg980 JPY / kg
300 – 999 kg970 JPY / kg
1000 – 2000 kg960 JPY / kg
Over 2000 kg950 JPY / kg

Macau Export Shipping Rates

21 – 50 kg850 JPY / kg
50 – 100 kg650 JPY / kg
100 – 299 kg520 JPY / kg
300 – 999 kg510 JPY / kg
1000 – 2000 kg500 JPY / kg
Over 2000 kg490 JPY / kg

Southeast Asia Export Shipping Rates (Malaysia / Vietnam / Philippines / Singapore / Thailand)

21 – 49 kg600 JPY / kg
50 – 99 kg480 JPY / kg
100 – 299 kg360 JPY / kg
300 – 499 kg358 JPY / kg
500 – 999 kg350 JPY / kg
1000 – 2000 kg348 JPY / kg

India & Australia Export Shipping Rates

21 – 49 kg1000 JPY / kg
50 – 99 kg890 JPY / kg
100 – 299 kg750 JPY / kg
300 – 499 kg730 JPY / kg
500 – 999 kg720 JPY / kg
1000 – 2000 kg690 JPY / kg

Europe Export Shipping Rates (Spain / Germany / France / Italy)

21 – 49 kg1200 JPY / kg
50 – 99 kg990 JPY / kg
100 – 299 kg850 JPY / kg
300 – 499 kg830 JPY / kg
500 – 999 kg820 JPY / kg
1000 – 2000 kg790 JPY / kg

These discounted cargo shipping rates from Japan are ideal for bulk shipments, international trade, and cross-border e-commerce. Businesses shipping larger volumes benefit from significantly reduced per-kilogram costs, making global logistics more efficient and affordable.

The above rates are unit prices per kilogram. Please refer to the examples on the right for the shipping cost rate by weight.

In addition to the above shipping fees, a fuel surcharge will apply. Monthly or weekly fuel surcharge fees are charged depending on the carrier you use.

Any duties, import taxes, etc. incurred during local customs clearance will be billed by the carrier to the consignee.

How it works

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The United States・We support imports and exports not only with China and Hong Kong, but also Korea, the U.S., Europe, Southeast Asia, India, Africa, and many other countries.


By using major couriers (FedEx/UPS/DHL), we provide stable and speedy delivery, and with the overwhelmingly low shipping rates offered by　worldwide-courier, we help reduce your existing delivery costs and overall procurement costs.

Step 1: Prepare the shipment

Prepare the shipment at the domestic pickup location (packing & document preparation).

Step 2: Email the shipment documents (invoice and packing information) to us.

We will create the shipping documents using the special discounted rate provided for each customer. Please email the following two documents as attachments to our office.

1. “Invoice”
2. “Packing List”
Send to: info@worldwide-courier-japan.com

＜ Items that often end up missing on the invoice ＞

1. Postal code (shipper side)
2. Contact person name (shipper side)
3. Pickup phone number (shipper side)
※ The above three items are required to create the documents.
If any of this information is missing, we cannot create the documents, so please confirm in advance and submit your request accordingly.

＜ Required information on the packing list ＞

1. Total number of cartons
2. The three dimensions of each carton: length (cm), width (cm), height (cm)
3. Total weight (N.W.): total weight after packing
※ In some cases, the packing list lacks the above information. As it is required for document creation, please confirm in advance before requesting.
※ If you do not have a packing list, please confirm the above information with the shipper and share it with us.

＜ About “Chargeable Weight” used to determine shipping fees ＞

Based on IATA (International Air Transport Association) standards, the larger of the “actual weight after packing” and the “dimensional (volumetric) weight after packing” is adopted as the “chargeable weight.”

Step 3: We email two required documents for shipment (air waybill and invoice) to your shipper.

We will email two required documents for shipment (air waybill and invoice) to your 담당者.
1. Confirm any missing information in the “Invoice” and “Packing List” you provided.
2. Based on the above, we will prepare the “Air Waybill” and “Invoice (specified form)” on our side and email them to your 담당者.
※ By shipping using the “Air Waybill” and “Invoice (specified form)” created by us, the shipping charges will be billed to us. This enables you to ship using the applicable rate provided for each customer. Under your individual 거래 조건, we will invoice you for the shipping fees.

Step 4: The carrier picks up the shipment from the pickup location / domestic warehouse, and the shipment is dispatched

At the domestic pickup location:
1. Print the documents
2. Call the carrier to request pickup
3. Hand the “cargo” and the “two printed documents” to the pickup staff to complete dispatch

Step 5: Delivery and receipt of the cargo

After dispatch, we will provide the tracking number. Your goods will then be delivered.

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If you provide the information below, we can create the local shipping label.

Input format

◇ Pickup information (From)
1. Company name (or full name)
2. Contact person name
3. Postal code
4. Address
5. Phone number

※ This is the information for the location where the pickup will actually be made.

◇ Delivery address (To)
1. Company name (or full name) (※ Please 반드시 write in English.)
2. Contact person name (※ Please 반드시 write in English.)
3. Postal code
4. Address (※ Please 반드시 write in English.)
5. Phone number

◇ Packing information
1. Number of cartons
2. Total weight
3. Three dimensions of each carton (length, width, height in cm)

◇ Invoice information
・Product name (Please 반드시 write in English.)
・Unit price (Either currency is fine)
・Quantity

If you provide the above information, we can arrange the shipment. worldwide-courier offers low-cost delivery from Japan to the United States (U.S./USA) by air and sea. We support both exports and imports, so worldwide-courier reponce pls.

We look forward to your request.
Please let us know your current shipping frequency and shipping costs, if any.

Regarding your planned shipping date:
If you can also tell us around when you plan to ship, it will make the process smoother.

You can ship at the above rates.

For exports, we can create the shipping documents if you reply with the completed invoice as an attachment, or if you provide the information below.

◇ Pickup information (From)
1. Company name (or full name)
2. Contact person name
3. Postal code
4. Address
5. Phone number

※ This is the information for the location where the pickup will actually be made.

◇ Delivery address (To)
1. Company name (or full name) (※ Please 반드시 write in English.)
2. Contact person name (※ Please 반드시 write in English.)
3. Postal code
4. Address (※ Please 반드시 write in English.)
5. Phone number

◇ Packing information
1. Number of cartons
2. Total weight
3. Three dimensions of each carton (length, width, height in cm)

◇ Invoice information
・Product name (Please 반드시 write in English.)
・Unit price (Either currency is fine)
・Quantity

We will also guide you through the transaction flow.

Transaction flow (detailed version)


＜ Flow ＞
1. Please reply with the invoice.
2. If there are no issues with the information, we will book the pickup.

※ Pickup can be arranged as early as the next business day after your package is ready. (We typically book a window around 11:00–17:00.)

＜ Details: Export cargo transaction flow (Japan → destination country) ＞
The pickup process is as follows.

1. Please contact us after you finish packing your shipment.
2. Please prepare the invoice and packing information (number of cartons, weight, and three dimensions per carton).

※ 2-1. Shipper (Japan side): address, postal code, name, phone number, company name
2-2. Consignee (delivery destination): local address, postal code, name, phone number, company name
2-3. Product name and unit price

3. After we confirm (2) and there are no issues, we will arrange the pickup.
4. Within 1–2 business days, the carrier will come to your指定 location for pickup.
* We will email you the electronic data for the air waybill, so please hand the invoice and air waybill together with the package to the pickup staff.
5. Shipment is dispatched.
7. Local customs clearance processing (personal / commercial)
8. If there are no issues, the shipment clears customs.
9. Delivery is completed.

* Steps 5–8 typically take about 2–5 days to arrive if there are no issues.
* You will receive a tracking number as a shipment record.

Average Shipping Cost Examples

Shipping costs vary depending on weight and shipping method. For example, sending a two-kilogram parcel from Japan to the United States using EMS may cost approximately 4,000 to 8,000 yen.

Courier services such as DHL or FedEx may cost slightly more but provide faster delivery times. Express shipments can arrive within a few days depending on the destination.

How to Reduce Shipping Costs

Customers who want to reduce international shipping costs should consider consolidating multiple items into one shipment. Combining items into a single package can significantly reduce the total shipping cost.

Choosing economy shipping services instead of express delivery can also help reduce costs. Some logistics providers offer discounted international shipping rates for regular customers or business shipments.

Buying Japanese Products and Shipping to the USA

Many customers in the United States want to purchase products from Japanese online stores. However, some Japanese retailers do not provide international shipping services.

A Japan proxy shopping service allows international buyers to purchase products from Japanese websites such as Amazon Japan, Rakuten, Mercari, and Yahoo Auctions.

The proxy service purchases the product on behalf of the customer and arranges international shipping to the destination country.

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①Shipping service

We offer.Worldwide-courier provides low-cost delivery from Japan to the United States (U.S./USA) by air and sea. We support both exports and imports, so please feel free to contact us for a consultation or inquiry.

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email:info@worldwide-courier-japan.com

wechat:tradingjapankei

tel:+81-3-6300-5745

We provide international export logistics from Japan to over 200 countries worldwide. As one of Japan’s most cost-effective shipping companies, we help you reduce transportation costs between Japan and your country with competitive rates and reliable service. We utilize trusted global carriers such as UPS and FedEx to ensure fast, secure, and trackable delivery.

Payment is accepted via Wise or major credit cards for safe and convenient international transactions. You can easily contact us through LINE, WhatsApp, email, or our online inquiry form.

If you are looking for affordable Japan export shipping, a reliable Japanese logistics partner, and lower international freight costs, we are your best choice. Contact us today and start saving on your shipments from Japan.

With the current weak Japanese yen (JPY), overseas customers can significantly reduce their international shipping costs from Japan.

Because our Japan-to-USA and global freight forwarding rates are fixed in Japanese yen, foreign businesses benefit from favorable exchange rates — resulting in lower effective costs for air freight, sea freight, and import/export shipping services.

If you are looking for cheap shipping from Japan, low-cost air or ocean freight, or reliable customs clearance support, now is the best time to take advantage of the strong currency difference.

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Our Japanese Shopping Agent Service allows customers around the world to purchase authentic products directly from Japan. Many Japanese online stores do not ship internationally, which makes it difficult for overseas buyers to access popular products. Our service solves this problem by purchasing items on your behalf and shipping them safely to your country.

We support a wide range of popular Japanese online marketplaces and retail stores. Whether you are looking for fashion, electronics, cosmetics, collectibles, or exclusive Japanese products, we can help you purchase them and arrange reliable international shipping.

Supported Japanese Shopping Platforms

These platforms offer a huge variety of Japanese products that are highly popular worldwide. From the latest Japanese fashion brands to high-quality electronics and unique collectibles, you can access Japan’s best online stores through our purchasing service.

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Contact Us for Shipping from Japan

If you want to ship packages from Japan to the United States or purchase Japanese products and ship them internationally, our logistics and proxy shopping service can assist you.

We introduce Worldwide-Courier.

We offer.Worldwide-courier offers low-cost delivery from Japan to the United States (U.S./USA) by air and sea. We support both exports and imports, so worldwide-courier reponce pls.

We introduce Worldwide-Courier.

worldwide-courier provides low-cost delivery from Japan to the United States (U.S./USA) by air and sea. We support both exports and imports, so please feel free to contact us for a consultation or inquiry.

We are cheapst logistics company.We can send best price to you.

email:info@worldwide-courier-japan.com

wechat:tradingjapankei

tel:+81-3-6300-5745

We provide international export logistics from Japan to over 200 countries worldwide. As one of Japan’s most cost-effective shipping companies, we help you reduce transportation costs between Japan and your country with competitive rates and reliable service. We utilize trusted global carriers such as UPS and FedEx to ensure fast, secure, and trackable delivery.

Payment is accepted via Wise or major credit cards for safe and convenient international transactions. You can easily contact us through LINE, WhatsApp, email, or our online inquiry form.

If you are looking for affordable Japan export shipping, a reliable Japanese logistics partner, and lower international freight costs, we are your best choice. Contact us today and start saving on your shipments from Japan.

We do japan product to other countries.

We do shipping and purchase service ,both can do.

Buy Authentic Japanese Products with Our Trusted Shopping Agent Service. We help customers worldwide purchase items directly from popular Japanese online stores such as Amazon Japan, Rakuten, Yahoo! Shopping, Mercari, and more. If a store does not ship internationally, we buy on your behalf and deliver safely to your country. Enjoy access to exclusive Japanese brands, limited editions, electronics, fashion, cosmetics, and collectibles at competitive prices. Our service offers secure payments, careful inspection, reliable packaging, and fast international shipping. Shop from Japan easily and confidently with your personal buyer in Japan.

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