Due to the escalating conflict in the Middle East, there have been several impacts affecting international shipping through various couriers, as further explained below.

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Japan Post:

There have been significant shipping delays for parcels shipped via Japan Post to the following regions:

・The entire European region

・The entire African region

There is also a possibility that parcels heading towards these regions may be returned-to-sender.

We have only had parcels returned for the following countries, and have therefore temporarily suspended Japan Post shipments for those countries.

・Ireland

Learn more from Japan Post’s announcements below:

・(Update 3) Delays in the delivery of mail to Europe and Africa due to the deteriorating situation in the Middle East

**Available only in Japanese

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DHL/UPS:

Due to the closing of the Strait of Hormuz in Iran and the subsequent scarcity of oil, fuel/oil prices have been surging globally.

As such, shipping prices for DHL and UPS have increased accordingly.

Learn more about fuel surcharges below:

・DHL Freight Temporarily Moves to Weekly Fuel Surcharge Updates

・UPS Fuel Surcharge

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We truly apologize for any inconvenience caused.

We will continue to make updates if there are any further changes.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.