60+
Countries shipped
7 days
Avg transit
$14.99
Forward fee
$0
Subscription
Package forwarding to Tokyo — fast transit, meticulous customs.
Selectido ships from Minneapolis, USA to Tokyo via FedEx International Priority / DHL Express in 4-6 business days on most orders. Forwarding fee is $14.99 per outbound package, plus actual carrier shipping with no markup. Tokyo is a high-volume destination for US-only items: Pop-Tarts flavors not sold in Japan, US-only Oreo Limited Editions (American Birthday Cake, S'mores, Cookies & Crème), Apple US-only colorways, and US beauty brands (Drunk Elephant, Glossier — not widely sold in Japan).
How it works for Tokyo-bound shipments
- Sign up for a free Selectido US address. Real Minneapolis suite address (not a PO box, not a blacklisted forwarder ZIP). Sign-up takes 60 seconds at selectido.com/forwarding.
- Use the address at any US e-commerce site. Amazon, Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Apple, Sephora — all of them. We even support live in-store shopping if a US site won't ship to forwarders at all.
- We receive, photograph, and inspect. Every package gets opened, contents photographed, and held in your suite until you say ship.
- Pick the carrier and route. FedEx International Priority / DHL Express for fastest, or USPS/UPS economy for cheaper. You see actual carrier rates — we don't mark them up.
- Ships with full customs paperwork. Honest declared values, harmonized tariff codes, gift markings when applicable.
Top US products our Tokyo customers order
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Oreo Limited Editions
US-only flavors
🥯Pop-Tarts
All US flavors
🍎Apple US colorways
Often different from Japan release
💄Drunk Elephant, Glossier
Limited Japan availability
🎲Magic the Gathering
US-only sets, sealed boxes
⚾MLB merch
Yankees, Dodgers (Ohtani era)
Customs and import duty for Japan
- Personal-import threshold: ¥10,000 (~$70 USD).
- Above threshold: Variable duty + 10% consumption tax (shouhizei).
- Required documentation: Recipient name + address. ID generally not required for personal-use under low-value thresholds.
- Customs speed: 1-2 days at Narita (NRT) or Haneda (HND). Very efficient.
- Restricted items: Prescription medications without import permit, certain supplements, some plant-based products.
Tokyo-specific shipping notes
Tokyo shipments arrive at Narita (NRT) or Haneda (HND). FedEx International Priority and DHL Express deliver throughout Greater Tokyo (Kanto region).
- Postal code format: XXX-XXXX (7 digits). We validate.
- Address in Japanese script preferred for last-mile clarity, but romaji works. We translate.
- Apartment buildings (manshon/apaato): Include unit number + building name.
- Japanese mobile number required (carriers SMS-coordinate; no Japanese phone = harder delivery).
- For Yokohama, Saitama, Chiba (Greater Tokyo): same transit, no extra cost.
- For Osaka, Kyoto, Hokkaido, Kyushu: add 1-2 days.
Shipping cost examples to Tokyo
- 2 lb electronics box (AirPods Pro): ~$25-40 carrier shipping + $14.99 forwarding.
- 5 lb snack/care package: ~$35-60 carrier + $14.99 forwarding.
- 10 lb electronics + accessories: ~$55-90 + $14.99 forwarding.
- 20 lb consolidated order: ~$100-160 + $14.99 forwarding.
Exact rates depend on dimensions, weight, declared value, and carrier choice. You see all rates before confirming ship-out.
Common reasons people use Selectido for Tokyo shipments
- US retailer won't ship to Japan. Roughly 40-60% of US e-commerce won't ship internationally. We're your US address.
- Your international card got declined at US checkout. Book live shopping; we use our US card.
- You want a US-only product. Trader Joe's, Costco-only items, US-exclusive Sephora, Apple US-only colorways, Stanley Quencher LE colors — all available.
- You want bulk consolidation. Order from 5 different US retailers, we consolidate into one outbound shipment, you save 30-50% on shipping vs. separate packages.
- You want a care package. Tell us a budget and a profile (gift recipient's age, taste, occasion); we shop and assemble.
The questions everyone asks
How long does shipping to Tokyo take?
Via FedEx International Priority / DHL Express: 4-6 business days for most orders. Add 1-2 days for in-house processing (we shop or receive your inbound package, photograph contents, then ship). USPS Priority Mail International economy options are slower (8-14 days) but cheaper.
What's the customs duty threshold for Japan?
¥10,000 (~$70 USD) Above the threshold, expect import duty + VAT/local sales tax per destination rules. We declare honest values and use gift markings where applicable; under-declaring is illegal and risks confiscation.
Which US stores ship to Tokyo via Selectido?
All of them. Amazon, Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Apple, Sephora, Costco, Trader Joe's (via live shopping since TJ's doesn't ship), Whole Foods, Macy's, Nordstrom, Lululemon, Nike, REI, Patagonia, and 200+ more. We've shipped from every major US retailer.
Can Selectido buy items in-store for me in the US and ship to Tokyo?
Yes — that's our live shopping service. $75/hr with 15% off 2+ hour bookings. Particularly useful when the US site won't ship to forwarder addresses (Apple, Sephora, Best Buy) or when your card gets declined at US checkout. We shop on FaceTime; you see what's in the cart in real time.
What's the cheapest way to ship a package to Tokyo?
For low-value items: USPS Priority Mail International (slower, 8-14 days, cheap). For higher-value or time-sensitive: FedEx International Priority / DHL Express (fast, full tracking, customs cleared smoothly). Consolidating multiple orders into one outbound shipment typically saves 30-50% per item.
How does Selectido handle customs paperwork for Japan?
Honest declared values on the commercial invoice. Harmonized tariff codes per item category. Gift markings when applicable (lowers duty for personal gifts in some countries). We provide tracking with customs status updates. If a package is held by destination customs, we coordinate with you to provide additional documentation.
What if my Tokyo package is held by Japanese customs?
Holds are uncommon for personal shipments. If held, the carrier coordinates directly with recipient — typically clarification on item description or value. Resolution usually 2-3 business days. Japan customs is meticulous but predictable.
Can I pay Selectido in Japanese yen (JPY)?
Yes — Stripe handles automatic currency conversion at interbank rates (no FX markup from Selectido). We also accept Wise, Revolut, and many local payment methods including local bank transfer. Pay in your currency or USD, your choice.
📦 Quick reference: Personal-import threshold ¥10,000 (~$70 USD). Primary carrier: FedEx International Priority / DHL Express. We optimize shipment splitting where it makes economic sense (smaller shipments under threshold vs. one big shipment with duty).