Fast and Safe Shipping to
the US and
Canada
(*1)Number from March 2020 to December 2024.
(*2)With pallet loading: Weight less than 1000 kg, Dimension L 300 x W 200 x H 160 cm
Without pallet loading: Weight less than 70 kg, Dimension L 120 x W 80 x H 80 cm
Who chooses PochiLogi?
- Those who ship gifts to family or friends living in the US or Canada
- Those who move to the US or Canada
- Those who have an exhibition in the US or Canada
- Those who ship samples or products to clients or branches
- Those who ship large cargo to the US and Canada
- Those who ship precision machinery or valuables to the US or Canada
Services for the US and Canada
| Transportation method | Size (total of 3 dimensions)・ Weight Limit(*3) |
Estimated Shipping Time | Fees | Real-time Tracking |
Delivery Point |
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| Air Freight | Less than 1,000kg (*4), less than 660 cm (*5) per package | As fast as 2 days | Starting from 4,000 JPY | Available | Recipient's Address |
| Ocean Freight (*2) | No limit | West Coast of North America | The rate veries depending on various conditions, please contact us.(*1) | Not Available | Warehouse at the local port |
(*1)Please inquire about the ocean freight. Rates may vary depending on the shipment size, port, and season.
(*2)Ocean freight may not be available to individual customers. Please understand that we may not be able to meet your request.
(*3)The billed weight (whichever is greater between the volumetric weight and the total actual weight) will be calculated for each box and added together.
Volumetric weight = Length (cm) × Width (cm) × Height (cm) ÷ 5,000
(*4)The max weight is 70 kg when not loaded on a pallet.
(*5)With pallet loading: Weight less than 1000 kg, Dimension L 300 x W 200 x H 160 cmWithout pallet loading: Weight less than 70 kg, Dimension L 120 x W 80 x H 80 cm
Testimonials from the US and Canada
Free QuoteAir freight process to ship to the US and Canada
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Get a Free Quote
You can find the rates just by filling in the destination and size.
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Make an inquiry by filling the forms.
We will check if the items can be shipped to the US or Canada.Regulated items, in addition to prohibited items, may not be shipped to the US and Canada. Please contact us if you have any questions.
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Prepare the following:
Photos of the item(s)
A list of item(s)・Photos of items (4)
・List of item(s)
*We will check the item(s) in advance to make sure nothing is prohibited from shipping to North America (USA and Canada).
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We will handle the required documents such as invoices, so you can rest assured.
With other companies, you normally have to prepare the following documents yourself:
・Waybill: A waybill written in English.
・Invoice: A customs document that lists the details of the package. It is very time-consuming to fill out every item(s), including filling in the HS code * . You also need to accurately check that the package does not contain any prohibited items that violate international treaties or that are prohibited from being imported into the recipient country.*The HS Code(Harmonized System Code) is a standardized six-digit numbering system used worldwide to classify goods for international trade. This classification is necessary for customs authorities to apply the correct tariffs and taxes.
All the documents above will be handled by PochiLogi.
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Packing
For valuables or precision machinery, we can pack them in reinforced cardboard or a wooden crate upon request.
Please feel free to contact us for advice on packaging to ensure safe delivery.
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Deliver the packages to our warehouse
Please bring and ship your item(s) or parcel(s) to our warehouse.
Warehouse location: Togane City, Chiba Prefecture
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Response from PochiLogi
PochiLogi will take care of your item(s) with the following processes:
・Inspection and measurement
・Finalize the amount to be charged
・Confirm your payment
・Processing the shipment and informing the tracking number
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Deliver the parcel to the recipient
We will ensure the parcel is delivered to the recipient.
You can check the shipping status at any time using real-time tracking.
Prohibited and Regulated Items in the US and Canada
Prohibited Items
There are two types of prohibited items: those prohibited by the Washington Convention such as ivory and narcotics, and those prohibited because they are dangerous to ship such as large-capacity lithium-ion batteries.
It is illegal to ship items prohibited by international treaties, which may result in fines and legal action.
Dangerous items could be shipped if they meet certain conditions. Additional fees must be paid in order to meet the safety standard.
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Nail polish
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Lithium-ion battery
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Ivory and wildlife products
Regulated Items
Regulated items are items restricted from import or export by the laws of each country and region.
Unlike prohibited items, the regulated items may be shipped under certain conditions.
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Cigarettes including e-cigarettes
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High-alcohol drinks
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Fresh foods
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Medicines, supplements, and hygiene products
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Cosmetics
Frequently Asked Questions
about shipping to the US and Canada
- Questions about service
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Do you ship to the United States and Canada?
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How long does it take to ship to the US or Canada?
- Questions about rates
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How much does it cost to ship to the US or Canada?
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Are there any customs duties or additional charges?
- Questions about item(s) and packing
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What types of items can I ship to the US or Canada?
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Are there any precautions for packaging?
- Questions about documents and procedures
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Do I need an invoice and waybill?
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How do I go through customs in the US or Canada?
- Optional Services
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When shipping to the US and Canada, can you collect my item in Japan?
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Can I purchase insurance for shipping to the US or Canada?
- Unaccompanied baggage
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What is unaccompanied baggage?
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Are there any things I should be careful when shipping an item separately?
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Can unaccompanied baggage be exempt from customs duties?
- Duty-free allowances in the US and Canada
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Is there a duty-free allowance for shipments to the US?
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What are the limitations of the US $800 tax-free allowance?
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Are duty-free allowances available for shipments to Canada?
- Other questions
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Can I ship items from the US or Canada to Japan?
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What should I do if my shipment is stopped at customs?
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- Afghanistan
- Albania Relations
- Algeria Relations
- America
- American Samoa
- Angola
- Anguilla
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Aruba
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
B
- Bahamas
- Bahrain
- Bangladesh
- Barbados
- Belarus Relations
- Belgium
- Belize
- Benin
- Bermuda
- Bhutan
- Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
- Bolivia
- Bonaire
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Brazil
- British Virgin Islands
- Brunei
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
C
- Cabo Verde
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Canary Islands
- Cayman Islands
- Central Africa
- Chad
- Chile
- China Relations
- Columbia
- Comoros
- Congo
- Cook Islands
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Curacao
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
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- Denmark
- Djibouti
- Dominica
- Dominican republic
- DR Congo
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- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- England
- Equatorial Guinea Relations
- Eritrea Relations
- Estonia
- Eswatini
- Ethiopia
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- Falkland Islands
- Faroe Islands
- Fiji
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- French island of Mayotte
- French Polynesia
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- Gabon
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Germany
- Ghana
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Greenland
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Guam
- Guatemala
- Guernsey
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Guyana
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- Haiti
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
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- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Iran Relations
- Iraq Relations
- Ireland
- Israel
- Italy
- Ivory Coast
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- Jamaica
- Jersey
- Jordan
K
- Kazakhstan
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Kosovo Relations
- Kuwait
- Kyrgyzstan
L
- Laos
- Latvia
- Lebanon
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
M
- Macau
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Mali
- Malta
- Marshall Islands
- Martinique
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mexico
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Montserrat
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Myanmar
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- Namibia
- Nauru
- Nepal
- Netherlands
- New Caledonia
- New zealand
- Nicaragua
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Niue
- North Macedonia Relations
- Norway
O
- Oman
P
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Panama
- Papua New Guinea
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Principality of Andorra
- Principality of Liechtenstein
- Principality of Monaco
- Puerto Rico
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- Reunion
- Romania
- Russia'
- Rwanda
S
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Martin
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Saipan Island
- Samoa
- San Marino Relations
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Seychelles Relations
- Sierra Leone
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- Somalia
- Somaliland
- South Africa
- South Korea
- South Sudan
- Spain
- Sri Lanka
- St. Eustatius
- St. Helena
- St. Kitts
- Sudan
- Suriname
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Syria Relations
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- Taiwan
- Tajikistan Relations
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Togo
- Tonga
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tunisia
- Türkiye
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- Tuvalu
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- U.S. Virgin Islands
- Uganda
- Ukraine
- United Arab Emirates
- Uruguay
- Uzbekistan Relations
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- Vanuatu
- Vietnam
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- Yemen
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- Zimbabwe