Can I bring firearms, blades, explosives, toxic/radioactive materials and interception devices to Japan?

Official classification: Firearms, blades, explosives, toxic/radioactive materials and interception devices

Prohibited

You cannot bring firearms, blades, explosives, toxic/radioactive materials and interception devices into Japan.

Cabin baggage —

Checked baggage —

Declaration Required — surrender

Limit No stated quantity

What you need to know

No stated quantity
Channels: Carried with the traveler

Important

This allowance applies per person, not per family or group.

Official sources

Last verified 2026-09-19

Procedures of Passenger Clearance Japan Customs, Customs and Tariff Bureau, Ministry of Finance Japan

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Quick facts

Jurisdiction: Japan
Travel mode: Air

Freshness

Last verified: 2026-09-19
Next review: 2026-12-17

Destination

JP Japan

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