Shipping Cost from Osaka to Cincinnati, Ohio

Shipping furniture is expensive, typically costing $300 to over $1,000 for cross-country moves, varying greatly by size, weight, distance, and service, with small items like chairs sometimes costing $50-$200 via parcel, while large sofas can be $300-$1,500+ using LTL freight or specialized movers. Expect higher prices for long distances, heavy items, and white-glove services, but save money with disassembly or freight consolidation.

Shipping from Japan to the US varies wildly, from around $20-$40 for small, light items (under 1kg) via Airmail/EMS to $100+ for heavy boxes, with costs depending heavily on weight, size (volumetric), speed (EMS is fast/pricier; Surface is slow/cheaper), and carrier (Japan Post vs. DHL/FedEx). Expect lighter items like books to cost $25-$40, while heavier personal effects could be $90-$250+.

Shipping a 50 lb box generally costs $75 to over $120 for ground services, with carriers like FedEx Ground and UPS Ground often being cheaper than USPS Ground Advantage for heavy items, though prices vary significantly by distance, speed, and if you use discount platforms. For single boxes, services like FedEx Ground might be around $75-$80, while UPS Ground could be $80-$90, and USPS Ground Advantage might be higher, depending on the zone, but discounts can lower these significantly.