Expat Japan Guide

Japan Post Guide for Foreigners: Sending Mail and Packages (2025)

Japan Post does a lot more than deliver letters. It handles banking, insurance, and package services that foreigners use constantly — once they know how. Here’s a foreigner’s guide to getting the most out of Japan Post. Finding Your Post Office Find the nearest post office at: post.japanpost.jp/map Post offices are usually open Monday–Friday 9am–5pm. Larger post offices stay open Saturday mornings. The postal ATMs are open longer than office hours. ...

May 25, 2026 · 3 min · Expat Japan Team
Expat Japan Guide

Japan Post Office Guide for Foreigners: Services, Hours, and Tips (2025)

The post office in Japan is quietly one of the most useful institutions a foreigner can access. Banking, savings, package pickup, and international shipping all under one roof. Here’s everything you need to use it effectively. Finding a Post Office Red and white logo — easy to spot on any street Over 24,000 post offices nationwide — including in the smallest rural towns Even train station mini-post offices (駅内郵便局) offer core services Hours: Standard branches — weekdays 9am–5pm; some open Saturday 9am–12pm or 3pm ATMs often have extended hours: 7am–11pm (or 24/7 in some locations) Core Services 1. Sending Mail and Packages Domestically Letters and postcards: ...

May 25, 2026 · 3 min · Expat Japan Team