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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. ...

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: ...