What you can't ship from Japan to Israel
47 Japan Post import rules · verified · source: Japan Post
Short answer: Japan Post lists 24 item types that cannot be sent to Israel and 23 that can be sent only under conditions. Separately, Japan Post applies 278 carrier-wide rules to every destination, covering dangerous goods and items banned from international mail — perfume, aerosols and lithium batteries among them. Rules last verified against Japan Post on September 1, 2026.
- Prohibited
- 24
- Conditional
- 23
- Carrier-wide rules
- 278
These are the destination rules Japan Post publishes for Israel. They do not repeat the items Japan Post refuses to every country — those are on one shared page, linked below. A rule marked conditional allows the item only when the stated conditions hold; whether your product qualifies is what the ShipMate GO app works out before you book.
Chemicals
3 prohibited · 3 conditional
- Prohibited
Fireworks and Flammable/Explosive Articles
All types of fireworks, percussion-cap cartridges, and flammable articles are prohibited from shipment to Israel via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. No exceptions are stated in the source.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 36
- Prohibited
Toxic food colorings / dyes used in food and beverages
Toxic colorings and dyes intended for use in food and beverages are prohibited from shipment to Israel via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. This applies to any such toxic coloring agents used as food or drink additives.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 32
- Prohibited
White Phosphorus Matches
White phosphorus matches are prohibited from shipment to Israel via regular mail, parcel, and EMS. This prohibition applies specifically to matches made with white (yellow) phosphorus.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 36
- Conditional
Chemical Products and Raw Materials
Chemical products and raw materials are conditionally permitted for shipment to Israel, provided they do not violate the laws and regulations of the destination country.
Conditions and documents
- does not violate the laws and regulations of the destination country (Israel) → permitted
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 28
- Conditional
Tear Gas
Tear gas is only permitted when contained in small containers and the sender or recipient holds authorization from the Israeli Police. Shipments not meeting this condition are not allowed.
Conditions and documents
- Contained in small containers AND authorization obtained from the Israeli Police → permitted
Documents: Israeli Police authorization
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 38
- Conditional
Toxic articles / poisonous substances
Toxic articles are conditionally permitted for shipment to Israel only with authorization from the relevant authority (Ministere de la sante publique). No other conditions are stated in the source.
Conditions and documents
- Authorization obtained from the relevant authority (Ministere de la sante publique) of the destination country → permitted
Documents: Authorization from Ministere de la sante publique (relevant authority of the destination country)
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 28
Plants & animals
4 prohibited · 2 conditional
- Prohibited
Animals (live insects, bacteria, and other invertebrates)
Live insects, bacteria, and other invertebrate animals are prohibited from shipment to Israel via regular mail, parcel, and EMS. No exceptions or conditions are stated in the source.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 01
- Prohibited
Seeds and Vegetables
Seeds and vegetables are prohibited from being shipped to Israel via regular mail, parcel, and EMS. This restriction applies to all forms of seeds and vegetables.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 07
- Prohibited
Soil and Fertilizer
Soil and fertilizer are prohibited from shipment to Israel via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. Both items are barred regardless of type or intended use.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 31
- Prohibited
Used Beehives and Accessories
Used beehives and their accessories are prohibited from shipment to Israel via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. This restriction applies specifically to secondhand/used items of this type.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 44
- Conditional
Beehives and related accessories
New honeybee hives and their accessories are conditionally permitted for shipment to Israel, provided they have been inspected at least 60 days prior to dispatch and are accompanied by a certificate from the relevant Japanese authority confirming no risk of spreading infectious disease.
Conditions and documents
- New honeybee hives and accessories inspected at least 60 days before dispatch, with a certificate from the relevant Japanese authority confirming no risk of spreading infectious disease → permitted
Documents: Certificate from the relevant Japanese authority confirming the items were inspected at least 60 days prior to dispatch and pose no risk of spreading infectious disease
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 44
- Conditional
Plants
Plants shipped to Israel may require an export inspection by a plant quarantine station and an import permit from the destination country. Senders are advised to consult their nearest plant quarantine station or the Israeli plant protection authority in advance.
Conditions and documents
- Export inspection by plant quarantine station completed and import permit from destination country obtained (where required) → permitted
Documents: Export inspection certificate from plant quarantine station (植物防疫所による輸出検査証明); Import permit from destination country (名宛国の輸入許可証), where required
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 06
Food
1 prohibited · 4 conditional
- Prohibited
Animal products
Fish, fish products, meat products (except certain canned products — see conditional entry for 'meat'), and dairy products (except canned powdered milk) are prohibited from shipment to Israel via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services.
Details and exceptions
- certain canned meat products → see conditional entry for 'meat'
- canned powdered milk → permitted
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 02
- Conditional
Foodstuffs
Foodstuffs containing preservatives are permitted for shipment to Israel provided they do not violate the destination country's laws and regulations.
Conditions and documents
- Foodstuffs contain preservatives and do not violate the laws and regulations of the destination country (Israel) → permitted
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 21
- Conditional
Foodstuffs
Foodstuffs permitted for import may be accepted without an import permit provided the total weight does not exceed 15 kilograms, with each individual item not exceeding 3 kilograms.
Conditions and documents
- Total weight of foodstuffs does not exceed 15 kg AND each individual item does not exceed 3 kg → Accepted without an import permit
- Total weight of foodstuffs exceeds 15 kg OR any individual item exceeds 3 kg → Import permit required
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 21
- Conditional
Meat
Canned meat products destined for Israel are conditionally permitted, but only as commercial samples, provided they have received approval from the relevant Israeli authority (Ministère de l'agriculture d'Israël) and are accompanied by a quarantine certificate issued by the relevant Japanese authority.
Conditions and documents
- Canned meat product with approval from the relevant Israeli authority (Ministère de l'agriculture d'Israël) and accompanied by a quarantine certificate issued by the relevant Japanese authority, shipped as a commercial sample → permitted
Documents: Approval from the relevant Israeli authority (Ministère de l'agriculture d'Israël); Quarantine certificate issued by the relevant Japanese authority
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 16
- Conditional
Spices
Spices are conditionally permitted for shipment to Israel. Only quantities not exceeding 500 grams are allowed.
Conditions and documents
- quantity does not exceed 500 grams → permitted
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 09
Alcohol
1 prohibited · 2 conditional
- Prohibited
Wine and alcoholic beverages lacking required labeling
Wine and alcoholic beverages are prohibited when the container does not bear the nature of the product, country of origin, and the name and address of both the manufacturer and the responsible handler. Unlabeled or incompletely labeled wine and spirits are not accepted for shipment to Israel via Regular, Parcel, or EMS services.
Details and exceptions
- Container does not state the nature of the product, country of origin, and the name and address of both the manufacturer and the responsible handler → prohibited
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 22
- Conditional
Beverages (Alcoholic Extracts for Export Production)
Extracts for manufacturing alcoholic beverages for export are conditionally permitted when addressed to a licensed pharmacist for medical purposes and authorized by the relevant authority (Directeur de la douane), subject to customs permission. All such conditions must be satisfied simultaneously.
Conditions and documents
- Addressed to a licensed pharmacist for medical purposes, customs permission obtained, and authorization from the relevant authority (Directeur de la douane) obtained → permitted
Documents: Customs permission (税関の許可); Authorization from the relevant authority (Directeur de la douane)
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 33
- Conditional
Whisky
Whisky may only be shipped to Israel if accompanied by a permit that states the vintage year and certifies that the whisky was placed in a wooden cask at least three years before the date of shipment. Shipment is conditional on this documentation being present.
Conditions and documents
- Permit is attached stating the vintage year and certifying that the whisky was placed in a wooden cask at least 3 years before the date of shipment → permitted
Documents: Permit stating the vintage year and certifying that the whisky was placed in a wooden cask at least 3 years prior to shipment
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 22
Medicine & supplements
3 conditional
- Conditional
Medicines / Pharmaceutical Products
Medicines and pharmaceutical products may only be shipped to Israel if authorized by the competent authority (Ministère de la Santé). The exact name and quantity of the medicines must be declared on customs declaration form CN23.
Conditions and documents
- Authorization obtained from the competent authority of the destination country (Ministère de la Santé) → permitted
Documents: Customs declaration CN23 stating the exact name and precise quantity of the medicines
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 30
- Conditional
Nutritional supplements etc.
Vitamins, minerals, and food additives are conditionally permitted to Israel via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. They are allowed only if the quantity does not exceed 100 grams, or if each item is in a single individual container.
Conditions and documents
- quantity does not exceed 100 grams, or each item is in a single individual container → permitted
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 21
- Conditional
Vaccines and Sera
Vaccines and sera may only be shipped to Israel if prior authorization has been obtained from the relevant authorities (Chef du Departement veterinaire de Jerusalem and Ministere de la sante). Shipments without such authorization are not permitted.
Conditions and documents
- Authorization obtained from Chef du Departement veterinaire de Jerusalem and Ministere de la sante → permitted
Documents: Authorization from Chef du Departement veterinaire de Jerusalem; Authorization from Ministere de la sante
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 30
Weapons
1 prohibited · 1 conditional
- Prohibited
Swords and bladed weapons (excluding antiques and small knives with blade ≤ 10 cm, except spring-loaded/flick knives)
Swords and bladed weapons are prohibited for shipment to Israel, except for antiques and small knives with a blade length of 10 cm or less. Spring-loaded or flick knives are excluded from the small-knife exemption and remain prohibited regardless of blade length.
Details and exceptions
- Antique sword or bladed weapon → permitted
- Small knife with blade length ≤ 10 cm and not a spring-loaded/flick knife → permitted
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 93
- Conditional
Weapons, Ammunition, and Military Equipment
Firearms, ammunition, and military equipment are conditionally permitted for shipment to Israel, but only when the shipper has obtained authorization from the relevant Israeli authority (the Ministry of Interior for firearms and ammunition, and the Ministry of Defense for military equipment).
Conditions and documents
- Firearms and ammunition with authorization from the Ministry of Interior → permitted
- Military equipment with authorization from the Ministry of Defense → permitted
Documents: Authorization from the Ministry of Interior (for firearms and ammunition); Authorization from the Ministry of Defense (for military equipment)
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 93
Batteries
1 prohibited
- Prohibited
Batteries
Batteries of all types are prohibited from import into the West Bank and Gaza Strip. This restriction applies across regular mail, parcel, and EMS shipping.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 85
Books & printed matter
1 prohibited
- Prohibited
Publications on medicines for the prevention or treatment of sexually transmitted diseases (STIs)
Publications concerning medicines for the prevention or treatment of sexually transmitted diseases are prohibited from being shipped to Israel via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. This prohibition does not apply to such publications addressed to physicians or pharmacists.
Details and exceptions
- Publication is addressed to a physician or pharmacist → permitted
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 49
Currency & valuables
1 prohibited
- Prohibited
Currency (Israeli)
Currency of the destination country (Israel) is prohibited from being shipped to Israel via regular mail and parcel services. This restriction applies to Israeli currency.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 49
Tobacco
1 conditional
- Conditional
Tobacco
Tobacco products are conditionally permitted to Israel, subject to quantity limits. Cigarettes must not exceed 600 cigarettes, and cigars must not exceed 600 grams.
Conditions and documents
- cigarettes quantity ≤ 600 cigarettes → permitted
- cigars quantity ≤ 600 grams → permitted
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 24
Other items
11 prohibited · 7 conditional
- Prohibited
Automobiles
Automobiles of any type are prohibited from import into the West Bank and Gaza Strip. This prohibition applies regardless of the vehicle category.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 87
- Prohibited
Consignment note forms / waybill forms
Consignment note forms (waybill forms) are prohibited from being shipped to Israel via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. These blank shipping document forms may not be sent as mail items.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 49
- Prohibited
Engines
Engines of all types are prohibited from import into the West Bank and Gaza Strip. This restriction applies across regular, parcel, and EMS shipping services.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 84
- Prohibited
Gambling Equipment
Gambling equipment is prohibited from being shipped to Israel via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. This restriction applies to all types of gambling-related devices and paraphernalia.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 95
- Prohibited
Gemstones
Gemstones are prohibited from shipment to Israel via regular mail and parcel services, regardless of whether they are in finished product form or unworked/raw form.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 71
- Prohibited
Items contrary to public order and morals / publications banned by censorship authorities
Printed matter, pictures, photographs, books, lithographs, and other items contrary to public order and morals are prohibited, as are newspapers, books, and printed matter banned by the censorship authorities of the destination country (Israel).
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 49
- Prohibited
Lottery tickets and lottery-related documents
Lottery tickets and documents related to lotteries are prohibited from shipment to Israel via Regular, Parcel, and EMS services. This prohibition covers both the physical tickets and any associated lottery documentation.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 49
- Prohibited
Records and similar recorded media (excluding ordinary mail)
Vinyl records, films, recorded wire, computer cards, QSL cards, and magnetic tapes are prohibited when sent via parcel or EMS to Israel. Items sent as ordinary mail are excluded from this prohibition.
Details and exceptions
- sent as ordinary mail (通常郵便物) → permitted
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 85
- Prohibited
Remote Control Devices
Remote control devices of all types are prohibited from import into the West Bank and Gaza Strip. This restriction applies across regular mail, parcel, and EMS shipping types.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 85
- Prohibited
Transformers
Transformers of all types are prohibited from import into the West Bank and Gaza Strip. This prohibition applies regardless of the type or specification of the transformer.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 85
- Prohibited
Video cassettes
Video cassettes of all types are prohibited from import into the West Bank and Gaza Strip. This restriction applies regardless of the type or content of the cassette.
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 85
- Conditional
Diving equipment
Diving equipment may be shipped to Israel via Regular, Parcel, or EMS services only when an import permit is presented. Shipments without the required permit are not allowed.
Conditions and documents
- import permit is presented → permitted
Documents: import permit
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 95
- Conditional
Medical and Scientific Instruments
Medical and scientific instruments may be imported into Israel only when an import permit is presented. This condition applies across regular, parcel, and EMS shipping types.
Conditions and documents
- import permit is presented → permitted
Documents: import permit
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 90
- Conditional
Motion Picture Film
Motion picture film may be imported into Israel only when an import permit is presented. This restriction applies to regular mail, parcel, and EMS shipments.
Conditions and documents
- import permit is presented → permitted
Documents: import permit
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 37
- Conditional
Other Valuables
Valuables may be sent to Israel via regular mail as registered items enclosed and sealed in an envelope, provided this is permitted under the laws of the country of origin.
Conditions and documents
- Permitted under the laws of the country of origin, enclosed and sealed in an envelope, and sent as registered mail → permitted
- Conditional
Television receivers and related devices
Television receivers, their replacement parts, and devices equipped with a television receiver are conditionally permitted for import into Israel. Shipment is allowed only when an import permit is presented.
Conditions and documents
- Import permit is presented → permitted
Documents: Import permit (輸入許可書)
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 85
- Conditional
Transmitters
Radio, television, and other transmitters are conditionally permitted for import into Israel, but only with prior authorization from the relevant authority (Ministere des communications). Shipments lacking this approval are not permitted.
Conditions and documents
- Authorization obtained from the relevant authority (Ministere des communications) of the destination country → permitted
Documents: Authorization from the Ministere des communications of Israel
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 85
- Conditional
Washing machine
Washing machines may be shipped to Israel conditionally. Import is permitted only when an import permit is presented.
Conditions and documents
- import permit is presented → permitted
Documents: import permit
Source: Japan Post · HS chapter 84
Applies to every destination, including Israel
Japan Post applies 278 carrier-wide rules to every country on top of the rules above — outright bans on dangerous goods such as perfume, aerosols and lighters, and conditions on items such as lithium batteries.
Not sure about a specific item for Israel?
This page lists Japan Post's rules. The ShipMate GO app checks your actual item against them, asks the one or two questions a conditional rule needs, and tells you the outcome before anything is charged. Sending a parcel from Japan? Booking is free and you pay once, after weighing. Shopping from abroad with Shop for Me? Anything that can't ship is dropped from your order before you pay for the goods.
Common questions
- What can't I ship from Japan to Israel?
- Japan Post's import rules for Israel prohibit 24 item types, including Engines; Gambling Equipment; Video cassettes; Wine and alcoholic beverages lacking required labeling; White Phosphorus Matches; Remote Control Devices; Records and similar recorded media (excluding ordinary mail); Fireworks and Flammable/Explosive Articles; and 16 more. On top of these, Japan Post refuses dangerous goods such as perfume, aerosols and loose lithium batteries to every destination.
- Which items can be shipped to Israel only under conditions?
- 23 item types are allowed only when Japan Post's stated conditions are met — for example Whisky; Beehives and related accessories; Washing machine; Other Valuables; Tobacco; Television receivers and related devices; Vaccines and Sera; Medical and Scientific Instruments; and 15 more. Whether a specific product qualifies depends on the item, which is what the ShipMate GO app checks before you book.
- Does an item that isn't listed here ship freely to Israel?
- Not necessarily. This page lists the import rules Japan Post publishes for Israel; an item that isn't named has no specific rule here, but it may still fall under Japan Post's carrier-wide bans or a general category such as food or medicine. Check the exact item in the ShipMate GO app, which reads these rules live and asks the follow-up questions a conditional rule needs.