What is International ePacket Light

Japan Post discontinued the Registered Mail service for international parcels as of December 20, 2025. Registered Mail was delivered with a signature upon receipt and included insurance coverage up to a certain amount.

From 2026, Japan Post will instead offer ePacket Economy as a lower cost shipping option for international orders. 

International ePacket Light is a Japan Post airmail Small Packet shipping service for small items (up to 2kg). It includes tracking and is generally delivered to the recipient’s mailbox (no signature required). 

This article is a short placeholder overview for customers. We will update it as additional operational details are finalized.

Please note that ePacket Economy differs from Registered Mail in the following ways:

It does not include insurance - packages are not insured

It is delivered without a signature 

Tracking is available, however, in some countries tracking updates may not be available once the parcel has left Japan

This service is intended for smaller parcels only.

For orders of higher value, larger items, or if you want insured and signature-required delivery, we strongly recommend choosing EMS at checkout. We reserve the right to change the shipping to EMS based on country risk, delays or package value.

If you have any questions about which shipping option is best for your order, please feel free to contact us BEFORE placing your order.

Description:

Shipping Type:
Airmail International ePacket Light (Small Packet).

Estimated Delivery Time (Japan Post):
Approximately 5–21 days after shipment.
Delivery time may vary depending on customs and local delivery conditions.

Tracking:
Tracking is included.
Please note: depending on the destination, some tracking updates may be limited or not searchable.

Delivery Method:
Typically delivered to the recipient’s mailbox, and no signature is required.

Size / Weight Limits (Small Packet limits):

• Maximum length: 60 cm
• Maximum total size: length + width + thickness = 90 cm
• Maximum weight (Japan Post): 2 kg (Packing included)