What are the customs regulations shipping electronics TO Japan?
I want to order an ASUS G73JH-A2 17" gaming laptop from a store in the US. I currently reside in Japan. The store can send it expediated by UPS. The total will be around $1600. I'm prepared to pay sales tax, but what would the duty be? Could I make any requests to the store in order to avoid major duties? Any advice welcome... Any advice
Japan - 4 Answers
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Answer 1 :
I recently purchased a laptop for $1,100 from the US. I had to pay 7,000 yen to the delivery guy for duties in order to receive it.
Answer 2 :
I don't think there is any problem in importing laptops to Japan. So no request.
Answer 3 :
You won't be paying sales taxes, but duties could be imposed. 'Could be' being the operative words. I've had many things shipped to me over the years. Some come in without any duties due, others get duties assessed. Now, some may say that those items not assessed duties were items for which duties did not apply. Not so. I often have smokeless tobacco sent over to me here. Out of 15-20 shipments, only one has been caught and assessed duties. I thought that since I live in a small town, the post office would clue in and I would be assessed duties from then on. Nope. Just that once. As for your case, the duty rate varies depending upon the item. It seems that I read some info on the internet once that put the limit around 10,000 yen in value, after which duties would be assessed. Another poster gave you some info that you might be able to extrapolate from, but my guess would be in the 10,000 - 12,000 yen range, IF they catch it.
Answer 4 :
Link for additional info, transit times, restrictions about importing to Japan from the US: http://www.bongous.com/country-information/us-to-japan.php Also, a link to a Landed Cost Calculator that with basic weight and size info for the laptop can help you estimate the entire cost of the purchase including any applicable duties, taxes, etc. http://www.bongous.com/consolidation_calculator.php
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Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
I have a laptop which came from Japan. How can I convert it to english? Is there any software I can download
I have a laptop which came from Japan. How can I convert it to english? Is there any software I can download?
Laptops & Notebooks - 4 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Yeah. Go to microsoft.com. Then download the english language pack. Go to control panel and select english.
Answer 2 :
It all depneds upon which Os you are using.If it is or windows it does have preferred language section wher you can change the language..Let me know which Os you are using then may be able to guide ytou properly
Answer 3 :
If the bios and every part is in Japan, you could check the manufacturers web site to see if their is a bios update in english available for that system. If its just windows...reinstall an english version of windows. If not patch is available you can always reinstall an english windows, and at least your os will be in english...only the Bios and System startup will be in Japanese.
Answer 4 :
You can use it normally with software, but if you want all English Windows, you'll need to buy a copy of Windows that's in English. When you do this, make sure you tell it that you have a Japanese keyboard, otherwise some characters won't match what's on your keyboard. You could just tell that you're using a standard US keyboard if you're familiar with the locations of all keys
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Laptops & Notebooks - 4 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Yeah. Go to microsoft.com. Then download the english language pack. Go to control panel and select english.
Answer 2 :
It all depneds upon which Os you are using.If it is or windows it does have preferred language section wher you can change the language..Let me know which Os you are using then may be able to guide ytou properly
Answer 3 :
If the bios and every part is in Japan, you could check the manufacturers web site to see if their is a bios update in english available for that system. If its just windows...reinstall an english version of windows. If not patch is available you can always reinstall an english windows, and at least your os will be in english...only the Bios and System startup will be in Japanese.
Answer 4 :
You can use it normally with software, but if you want all English Windows, you'll need to buy a copy of Windows that's in English. When you do this, make sure you tell it that you have a Japanese keyboard, otherwise some characters won't match what's on your keyboard. You could just tell that you're using a standard US keyboard if you're familiar with the locations of all keys
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Wednesday, April 14, 2010
can my 220v gadget be used in japan that has 110v power supply
can my 220v gadget be used in japan that has 110v power supply?
i bought a laptop in the philippines, i'm planning to bring it in japan, can i possibly use it there?or what will i do to make it possible?
Other - Electronics - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
yes u can.first u just need a transformer to be able to do so.if you going to stay in hotel u can get that from receptionist.in phliphines,just buy from electrical shop.explain ur situation 1st to get the best one.
Answer 2 :
The link below leads to a site that lists the electric voltages and Hz for most countries in the world. Japan has 100 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz, depending on where you are in Japan. Your laptop may have a universal power supply. Many do. This means they can operate from any voltage and Hz. Read the label on the power supply for your laptop and see what it says. If it says something like 90 to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz, you're all set. Just get an adapter for the plug so you can connect it. If not, you will need a step-up transformer to change the 100 VAC in Japan to the 220 VAC you need
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i bought a laptop in the philippines, i'm planning to bring it in japan, can i possibly use it there?or what will i do to make it possible?
Other - Electronics - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
yes u can.first u just need a transformer to be able to do so.if you going to stay in hotel u can get that from receptionist.in phliphines,just buy from electrical shop.explain ur situation 1st to get the best one.
Answer 2 :
The link below leads to a site that lists the electric voltages and Hz for most countries in the world. Japan has 100 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz, depending on where you are in Japan. Your laptop may have a universal power supply. Many do. This means they can operate from any voltage and Hz. Read the label on the power supply for your laptop and see what it says. If it says something like 90 to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz, you're all set. Just get an adapter for the plug so you can connect it. If not, you will need a step-up transformer to change the 100 VAC in Japan to the 220 VAC you need
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Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Should I buy a laptop in the US or Japan
Should I buy a laptop in the US or Japan?
Im going to Japan for vacation, and I was wondering whether I should buy a laptop there or here in the U.S. which place is is cheaper? Thanks
Laptops & Notebooks - 4 Answers
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Answer 1 :
U.S. is cheaper.
Answer 2 :
You should definitely buy one in US. It's much cheaper in America.
Answer 3 :
JAPAAAAN! ALL THE WAYY! MINE IS JAPANESE AND I AM LOVING IT!
Answer 4 :
http://www.auto-partsstores.com/index.php?k=laptops&c=all buy in US itself and carry to Japan if you need You can see many products with different prices, you can select yours among them I come across this website and this site gives all product information whatever you like Specify your requirement and search in All Products You can get very lowest prices since many suppliers are selling here, So best prices you can get among the suppliers. http://www.auto-partsstores.com Make it homepage since we forget the name later and get your product online I hope you can see many products with different price ranges. You can choose yours. Online buying is always cheapest as compared with any other shopping After seeing see product reviews and specifications when you actually buy, you use the link for discounted or lowest prices for your product Get free shipping directly to your address or your desired or loved one’ s address
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Im going to Japan for vacation, and I was wondering whether I should buy a laptop there or here in the U.S. which place is is cheaper? Thanks
Laptops & Notebooks - 4 Answers
People's Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
U.S. is cheaper.
Answer 2 :
You should definitely buy one in US. It's much cheaper in America.
Answer 3 :
JAPAAAAN! ALL THE WAYY! MINE IS JAPANESE AND I AM LOVING IT!
Answer 4 :
http://www.auto-partsstores.com/index.php?k=laptops&c=all buy in US itself and carry to Japan if you need You can see many products with different prices, you can select yours among them I come across this website and this site gives all product information whatever you like Specify your requirement and search in All Products You can get very lowest prices since many suppliers are selling here, So best prices you can get among the suppliers. http://www.auto-partsstores.com Make it homepage since we forget the name later and get your product online I hope you can see many products with different price ranges. You can choose yours. Online buying is always cheapest as compared with any other shopping After seeing see product reviews and specifications when you actually buy, you use the link for discounted or lowest prices for your product Get free shipping directly to your address or your desired or loved one’ s address
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