Delivery and shipping charges
Domestic Shipping
Most items are shipped from Kyoto, with some exceptions.
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Shipping Carrier: Sagawa Express, Yamato Transport, Japan Post (Carrier cannot be chosen)
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Regarding Invoices: An invoice is usually enclosed with your package. However, if the name of the orderer and the recipient are different (e.g., for gift orders), an invoice will generally not be enclosed.
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From Order to Shipping: Orders placed by 9:00 AM on business days will be shipped within 3 business days (excluding weekends and holidays). If you choose bank transfer as your payment method, shipping will occur after payment confirmation.
Shipping Fees
Shipping is free for orders totaling 8,000 yen (including tax) or more in a single transaction (excluding Hokkaido, Okinawa, and some remote islands). Free shipping for orders over 8,000 yen (including tax) For orders less than 8,000 yen (including tax) , the following shipping fees apply.
Domestic Shipping Fee Table by Region
Shipping fees vary depending on the order amount and delivery address.
Orders of 8,000 yen (including tax) or more receive free shipping (excluding Hokkaido, Okinawa, and some remote islands).
| Region | Prefecture | Shipping Fee |
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| Hokkaido | Hokkaido | ¥1,100 |
| Tohoku | Aomori, Iwate, Miyagi, Akita, Yamagata, Fukushima | ¥770 |
| Kanto | Ibaraki, Tochigi, Gunma, Saitama, Chiba, Tokyo, Kanagawa, Yamanashi | ¥660 |
| Shinetsu | Niigata, Nagano | |
| Hokuriku | Toyama, Ishikawa, Fukui | |
| Tokai | Gifu, Shizuoka, Aichi, Mie | |
| Kansai | Shiga, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo, Nara, Wakayama | |
| Chugoku | Tottori, Shimane, Okayama, Hiroshima, Yamaguchi | |
| Shikoku | Tokushima, Kagawa, Ehime, Kochi | |
| Kyushu | Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki, Kumamoto, Oita, Miyazaki, Kagoshima | ¥770 |
| Okinawa | Okinawa | ¥1,100 |
※ Shipping fees vary by delivery region.
※ The exact shipping cost will be calculated automatically at checkout.
- Handling Multiple Items in One Order: For multiple items with separate shipping fees ordered for one delivery address, the shipping fee will be the cost for one item as listed in the table above.
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Handling of Remote Islands and Other Areas: No additional shipping charges will apply for remote islands or certain other areas.
Delivery Date and Time Specification Service
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Delivery Date Specification Service: You can specify a delivery date, including weekends.
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Time Specification
| ○ 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | ○ 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | ○ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | ○ 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| ○ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | ○ No preference |
- ※ If you specify a day of the week, we will deliver on the earliest possible day. ※ Please consider the estimated shipping date and delivery time, and allow ample time when ordering and specifying an arrival date. Please note that we may not always be able to accommodate your request; please check the email we send you for confirmation.
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Inquiry about Delivery Status
By entering the tracking number (inquiry NO) provided in the email we send you upon shipment, you can confirm that your item has been shipped from our store and check the delivery status of your package.【Sagawa Express HP】 http://www.sagawa-exp.co.jp/※ Please note that the tracking data may not yet be reflected on the server at the time we send you the email. In such cases, we apologize for the inconvenience, but please try accessing it again after some time.
International Shipping
We ship internationally from Kyoto, Japan (except for certain items).
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Shipping Carriers: DHL or EMS (Japan Post Express Mail Service) The shipping method will be selected by us based on the destination and the contents of your order. *Please note: Customers cannot choose the shipping carrier.
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Shipping Preparation Time: Orders are typically shipped within 3 business days (excluding weekends and holidays) . *For bank transfers, shipping will proceed after payment confirmation.
Shipping Fees & Import Duties
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Shipping fees are calculated automatically at checkout after entering your shipping address. The total shipping cost will be displayed during the order process, and you can proceed to payment after confirmation.
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Customs duties and import fees are the responsibility of the customer. Depending on your country or region, customs duties, VAT (Value Added Tax), or customs clearance fees may apply. These charges are typically requested separately by the shipping carrier or customs authorities. We do not cover or refund any customs duties or fees.
Post-Shipping Information
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After shipping, we will send you an email containing the tracking number and carrier information. You can use the tracking services of DHL or EMS.
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We may change the shipping method due to the contents of the product or package size.
Estimated Shipping Fees by Country/Region (Reference Amounts)
The following shipping fees are approximate. Actual shipping costs vary depending on product weight, size, and packaging. Please confirm the exact shipping cost on the checkout screen.
| Region | Country/Region | Estimated Shipping Fee (Reference) | Shipping Method |
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| Asia | China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, South Korea, Singapore | ¥2,000 – ¥3,500 | DHL or EMS |
| North America | USA, Canada | ¥3,000 – ¥4,500 | DHL or EMS |
| Europe | Germany, France, UK, Italy, others | ¥3,500 – ¥5,000 | DHL or EMS |
| Oceania | Australia, New Zealand | ¥3,000 – ¥4,000 | DHL or EMS |
| Central/South America, Middle East, Africa | Brazil, UAE, South Africa, etc. | ¥4,000 – ¥6,000 | DHL or EMS |
* The above are estimates; the final shipping cost will be confirmed on the cart screen.
* Customs duties and import fees are the responsibility of the customer.
International Shipping
We ship internationally from Kyoto, Japan (except for certain items).
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Shipping Carriers: DHL or EMS (Japan Post Express Mail Service) The shipping method will be selected by us based on the destination and the contents of your order. Please note: Customers cannot choose the shipping carrier.
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Shipping Preparation Time: Orders are typically shipped within 3 business days (excluding weekends and holidays) . For bank transfers, shipping will proceed after payment confirmation.
Shipping Fees & Import Duties
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Shipping fees are calculated automatically at checkout after entering your shipping address. The total shipping cost will be displayed before payment.
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Customs duties and import fees are the responsibility of the customer. Depending on your country, customs duties, VAT, or handling charges may apply. These are typically charged by the local customs office or delivery carrier and must be paid by the recipient. We do not cover or reimburse any such fees.
After Shipping
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You will receive a shipping confirmation email with a tracking number and carrier information (DHL or EMS). You can track your shipment via the respective carrier's website.
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We may adjust the shipping method or packaging depending on the order contents.
Estimated Shipping Fees by Region
The following shipping fees are approximate. Actual shipping costs vary depending on product weight, size, and destination. Exact shipping will be shown during checkout.
| Region | Countries / Areas | Estimated Shipping Fee | Carrier |
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| Asia | China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, South Korea, Singapore | ¥2,000 – ¥3,500 | DHL or EMS |
| North America | USA, Canada | ¥3,000 – ¥4,500 | DHL or EMS |
| Europe | Germany, France, UK, Italy, others | ¥3,500 – ¥5,000 | DHL or EMS |
| Oceania | Australia, New Zealand | ¥3,000 – ¥4,000 | DHL or EMS |
| Other Regions | Brazil, UAE, South Africa, etc. | ¥4,000 – ¥6,000 | DHL or EMS |
* All listed prices are estimates. The final shipping cost will appear on the checkout screen.
* Customs duties and import fees may apply depending on your country and are the responsibility of the recipient.