Shipping from Ohio to Japan

US to Japan shipping costs vary widely, from around $20-$30 for small, light items (under 1 lb) via USPS First-Class (slow) to $100+ for heavier packages (5-10 lbs), with express options like FedEx/UPS/DHL costing $50-$250+ depending on speed, while budget services like ePacket or Parcel Monkey offer rates starting from $26 for 1kg (2.2 lbs) with slower delivery. Key factors are weight, size, chosen carrier, and speed (days vs. weeks).

International Services USPS ® international mail services go to more than 180 countries, including Great Britain, Canada, Japan, Mexico, and Australia. Priority Mail Express International ® and Priority Mail International ® services include international tracking and some insurance.

Does UPS ship to Japan? Yes, it does. UPS actually has a number of Access Point locations across Japan, which makes it an attractive option for customers as they can pick up their goods from the drop-off location that's closest to them.

Shipping a 20 lb package costs roughly $20-$40 for ground services (UPS, FedEx, USPS Ground Advantage) for shorter distances, but can range from $13 to over $100+ for faster or international options, depending heavily on the carrier, speed, and distance (zone). USPS Ground Advantage is often economical, while faster FedEx/UPS options like Next Day Air become much pricier, and sometimes splitting into lighter boxes (under 20 lbs) can be cheaper with USPS.

First-Class Mail International is our most affordable option for sending postcards, letters, and flats (large envelopes) to about 180 countries.

USPS is generally cheaper for small, lightweight international packages, using services like First-Class Package International, while UPS becomes more cost-effective for larger, heavier, or high-value shipments, offering faster speeds, better tracking, and more reliable customs handling, though often with higher base costs and potential brokerage fees. Your best bet is to compare rates on both carriers' sites or through a shipping platform, as prices depend heavily on package specifics (weight, dimensions, destination) and speed needed.

By qualifying any of Free Standard Shipping condition, you can have items delivered for free to addresses in Japan. Prime members can use free shipping on tens of millions of items shipped by Amazon.co.jp regardless of the shipping option.

USPS Priority Mail offers the cheapest option to ship goods from the US to Japan, but the transit time will be 6 – 10 business days. Meanwhile, for about $15 more, USPS Priority Mail Express International will ensure that the goods reach customers in 3-5 business days.