Track Japan Post Package
What is Japan Post?
Japan Post Holdings is Japan's national postal service, founded in 1871 during the Meiji era. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan Post is one of the largest employers in Japan with over 400,000 employees. The company operates approximately 24,000 post offices across Japan, making it one of the most extensive postal networks in the world. Japan Post is renowned for its exceptional reliability and punctuality, with delivery success rates exceeding 99%. The company handles over 18 billion pieces of mail annually.
How to Track Japan Post Packages
- Find your Japan Post tracking number on your receipt, shipping label, or confirmation email
- Enter the tracking number in the tracking field above
- Click "Track Package" to get instant tracking results
- View detailed tracking history, current location, and estimated delivery date
Japan Post Shipping Services
EMS (Express Mail Service)
Fastest international delivery in 2-4 business days.
ePacket
Economical tracked shipping for small packages, 7-14 days.
SAL (Surface Air Lifted)
Mid-range shipping combining surface and air transport.
Airmail
Standard international airmail.
Surface Mail
Economical sea mail taking 1-3 months.
Yu-Pack
Domestic parcel service with tracking.
Letter Pack
Flat-rate tracked envelope service.
Japan Post Tracking Number Format
Japan Post uses specific tracking number formats. Below are examples of valid tracking numbers:
| Example Format | Description |
|---|---|
EA123456789JP
|
EMS format (E + letter + 9 digits + JP) |
RR123456789JP
|
Registered mail format |
LX123456789JP
|
ePacket/Small Packet format |
12345678901
|
11-13 digit domestic Yu-Pack format |
Japan Post Delivery Times
Japan Post Tracking Status Meanings
Understanding what each tracking status means helps you know exactly where your package is:
Japan Post Tracking FAQ
How do I track Japan Post packages?
Enter your tracking number on our website or the Japan Post international tracking page.
What does "Dispatch from outward office of exchange" mean?
Your package has left the Japan Post international facility in Japan and is on its way to the destination country.
How long does Japan Post take to deliver to the USA?
EMS takes 2-4 days, ePacket takes 7-14 days, SAL takes 2-3 weeks, and Surface Mail takes 1-3 months.
Why is my tracking stuck at "Dispatch from outward office"?
This means the package is in transit between countries. The next update will appear when it arrives and is scanned in the destination country.
What is ePacket?
ePacket is an affordable tracked shipping service for small packages up to 2kg, popular for e-commerce shipments.
Did You Know?
- Japan Post was founded in 1871 during the Meiji era
- The postal service handles over 18 billion pieces of mail annually
- Japan Post is known for its extremely reliable delivery times
- Japan has over 24,000 post offices nationwide
Carrier Information
- Full Name
- Japan Post Holdings
- Country/Region
- Japan
- Headquarters
- Tokyo, Japan
- Founded
- 1871
- Official Website
- www.post.japanpost.jp
- Fastest Delivery
- 2-4 business days internationally
Contact Japan Post
- Phone
- +81 570-046-666
- Support Hours
- Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM JST
Need Help?
Can't find your tracking information? Try these tips:
- • Double-check your tracking number
- • Wait 24-48 hours after shipping
- • Contact Japan Post directly