Shipping from Japan to India: Cost Table for Japan Post

Japan Post is one of the cheapest methods to send items from Japan to India. This article provides a cost breakdown for items you may be planning to ship home. 

Bookmark this page for Japan Post’s pricing charts for any time you need to know shipping costs from Japan to India in a hurry.

Note: Japan Post has a number of delivery services. We include each service’s pricing chart in order of fastest delivery speed.

Japan Post EMS pricing: from Japan to India

The Japan Post's Express Mail Service (EMS) can get your item from Tokyo to India in 8 days.

The dimension requirements:

• Maximum length: 1.5m or less

• Length + Circumference: 2.75m or less

• Maximum weight: 30

Japan Post airmail pricing: from Japan to India

The Japan Post's airmail service (航空便 = koukubin) can get your item from Tokyo to India in 7 days.

For letters: standard-sized mail

Standard-sized letters = 手紙 定形, tegami teikei, in Japanese.

Dimension requirements for standard-sized letters:

• Long side: 14～23.5cm

• Short side: 9～12cm

• Thickness: up to 1cm

For letters: nonstandard-sized mail

Nonstandard-sized mail = 手紙 定形外, tegami teigai, in Japanese.

Dimension requirements for nonstandard-sized mail:

• Longest side: 60 cm

• Length + Width + Height = 90 cm for rolled item

• Diameter×2 + Length = 104 cm

For small packets

Small packets = 小形包装物, kogata housoubutsu in Japanese.

Dimension requirements for small packets:

• Length + width + thickness = 90 cm (permissible deviation: 2 mm)

• Provided the maximum length is 60 cm (permissible deviation: 2 mm)

Japan Post surface mail pricing: from Japan to India

The Japan Post's surface mail service (船便 = funabin) can get your item from Tokyo to India in 2 to 3 months.

For letters: standard-sized mail

Standard-sized mail = 手紙 定形, tegami teikei in Japanese

Dimension requirements for standard-sized mail:

• Long side: 14～23.5cm

• Short side: 9～12cm

• Thickness: up to 1cm

For letters: nonstandard-sized mail

Nonstandard-sized mail = 手紙 定形外, tegami teigai in Japanese.

Dimension requirements for nonstandard-sized mail:

• Longest side: 60 cm

• Length + Width + Height = 90 cm for rolled item

• Diameter×2 + Length = 104 cm

For small packets

Small packets = 小形包装物, kogata housoubutsu in Japanese.

Dimension requirements for small packets:

• Length + width + thickness = 90 cm (permissible deviation: 2 mm)

• Provided the maximum length is 60 cm (permissible deviation: 2 mm)

How to ship from Japan to India

Here are the steps to ship your document or parcel from Japan to India.

Step 1: Fill out a Japan Post International Parcel Label

Japan Post no longer accepts handwritten letters. Instead, they use EAD, or electronic advanced data, for all countries and territories.

Here’s a step-by-step article on how to fill out a Japan Post International Parcel label.

Step 2: Pack your item

Make sure they are properly sealed for letters, cards, and envelopes.

For parcels, use protective materials such as paper or packing peanuts to absorb shock. Additionally, tape all edges of the cardboard box.

Here are detailed instructions for how to pack your items: How to pack an item .

Step 3: Send your parcel

There are two options when sending your parcel to Japan Post.

Bring the parcel to your nearest Japan Post office if it isn't too heavy. Once the staff has checked everything, you will pay the shipping amount.

However, if the parcel is too heavy, you can call or fill out an online form to have a Japan Post staff visit your location. From there, they will do the checks, and you will pay the amount. 

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to ship from Japan to India?

The cost of shipping from Japan to India varies depending on the service chosen and the weight of the package. Japan Post offers several options, including Express Mail Service (EMS), airmail, and surface mail. For example, EMS costs start at ¥1,900 for a package up to 500g with a delivery time of about 3 days. Airmail for a standard-sized letter up to 25g costs ¥120 and takes approximately 8 days. Surface mail, the cheapest option, starts at ¥120 for a 25g letter with a delivery timeline of about 2 months.

What's the cheapest method for shipping from Japan to India?

The cheapest method for shipping from Japan to India is through Japan Post's surface mail service. For a standard-sized letter weighing up to 25 grams, the cost is ¥120. This service takes about two months for delivery. This makes surface mail the most cost-effective option for non-urgent shipments.

How do I send a parcel to India?

To send a parcel to India from Japan, fill out a Japan Post International Parcel Label. Pack your item securely, ensuring it is well protected and sealed. For parcels, use cushioning materials like paper or packing peanuts, and tape all box edges. Bring your parcel to a nearby Japan Post office for processing and payment. If the parcel is too heavy to carry, you can schedule a pickup by contacting Japan Post.

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