Pets and live animals
Plane Customs| Item | Verdict | Limit | Condition | Declaration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cats and dogs | Restricted | No stated quantity | — | Above allowance |
| Dangerous dog breeds | Restricted | No stated quantity | — | Above allowance |
| Pets carried in the cabin | Restricted | No stated quantity | — | Above allowance |
| Aquarium fish | Restricted | No stated quantity | — | Above allowance |
| Dogs (CDC 2024 import rule) | Restricted | No stated quantity | — | Above allowance |
Official sources
Last verified 2026-09-19
- Import dogs and cats into Japan (from non-designated regions) Animal Quarantine Service (AQS), Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF)
- Procedures of Passenger Clearance Japan Customs, Customs and Tariff Bureau, Ministry of Finance Japan
- 9006 For Overseas Tourists (Animal Quarantine) Japan Customs, Ministry of Finance Japan