Since 1996, MHLW has mandated a 100 percent hold-and-test approach (called “inspection order”) for imported tree nuts, including walnuts, due to aflatoxin concerns. MHLW justified the inspection order as a response to violations of Japan's aflatoxin action limit (i.e., 10 parts per billion for walnuts).
Before they can be brought to Japan, meat and egg products, vegetables, fruits, grains, beans, legumes, nuts and other plant products must undergo an inspection in the country of origin that satisfies Japanese standards, irrespective of intended use or quantity.
Most types of nuts (with the exception of walnuts, which are prohibited) may be brought into Japan, particularly if they are salted, dried, or roasted.
Beef jerky, ham, sausage, bacon, and meat buns are also not allowed in Japan. This means if you purchase a hamburger before your flight, you can't bring it into Japan, so make sure to finish eating it before or during your flight.
Normally you will be allowed to bring in nuts, seeds, grains, beans etc, given you pass the inspection. But be aware that some categorizing might seem strange (“fresh fruit” also includes cashews) and ultimately it's up to the customs officer to make the final decision.
Nuts and products containing nuts
Commercially prepared and packaged nuts are allowed into Australia if they are one of the following: blanched/roasted/fried/boiled nuts. shelled and tightly vacuum sealed nuts. nuts packaged in small confectionery tins sealed under vacuum.
You can take nuts both in your hand baggage and in your baggage. The main thing is to stay within the total allowable weight of hand baggage. Use airtight packages to keep them from sprinkling. Was this article helpful?
There are some exceptions if you have an inspection certificate for the items but it's unlikely that you'll have this so essentially any natural food items are prohibited. We recommend sticking to sweets and snacks from your home country as the go-to choice of omiyage (お土産, souvenir) during your stay in Japan.
Items designated as prohibited by the Civil Aeronautics Act cannot be placed inside checked baggage. (Examples include toxic gases, flammable gases, flammable liquids, compressed gases.) Although dry ice, alcoholic liquids, and cigarette lighters fall under the “Prohibition for Carriage of Explosives etc.
Bringing Ibuprofen to Japan
For over-the-counter Ibuprofen, individuals are permitted to bring in up to a two-month supply for personal use without the need for any paperwork.
Nuts are allowed entry if they have been boiled, cooked, ground, oven dried, pureed, roasted, or steamed.
Yes, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will allow you to bring nuts through airport security in your carry-on baggage. Any type of nut is typically permitted, including peanuts, walnuts, pecans, almonds, cashews, pistachios, macadamia nuts, pine nuts, hazelnuts and brazil nuts.
Firearms such as pistols, revolvers and machine guns, and bullets or parts thereof. Explosives, gunpowder, materials for chemical weapons, germs such as anthrax. Counterfeit, altered or imitated coins, bank notes or securities, and forged credit cards. Obscene or immoral materials, and child pornography.
Gifts to avoid
Lilies, lotus blossoms, and camellias are associated with funerals. White flowers of any kind are gifts to be avoided. There is also a superstition that potted plants encourage sickness. Giving 4 or 9 of anything is considered unlucky.
Gifts that come in sets of either 4 or 9 are considered to be very unlucky in Japan. This is because “shi” (the Japanese word for “four”) also means “death”, while “ku” (the Japanese word for “nine”) also means “suffering”. Conversely, gift items offered in pairs are considered to be very lucky.
Exporters and Importers
In 2021, the top importers of Walnuts, fresh or dried, shelled were Germany ($295M), Japan ($140M), Spain ($132M), Netherlands ($121M), and South Korea ($100M).
All checked bags must adhere to a max weight of 50 pounds (23 kg) for economy and premium economy or 70 pounds (32 kg) for business and first class fares and must adhere to max linear dimensions of 80 inches (203 cm).
So, for an 8-day trip, we recommend $640 dollars of spending money, which breaks down to about $80 dollars per person per day. Keep in mind that this does not include your airfare, hotels, land transportation, travel insurance, luggage transfers, or pocket Wi-Fi.
You don't need to have an import inspection for highly processed foods and items such as wooden furniture, tea, canned or bottle products. For example, it is fine to bring Tim Tams and chocolate or lollies into Japan. Customs / Quarantine will let you take these items into Japan with no certification/permission.
While restaurant portion sizes in Western countries have birthed a custom of taking leftovers home for a second meal, this is not the case in Japan. If you are considering asking for a take-home container, the answer, unfortunately, will almost always be no.
Arrival on the Japanese territory
For their travel, adults can bring without being taxed: Up to 3 bottles of alcohol, 400 cigarettes or 2 ounces of perfume (From October 2021 these quantities will be reduced by half), Items whose global purchase value is under ¥200,000 (~US$1,416).
Because the TSA considers the nut spread a liquid, plane passengers must limit the amount they bring in their carry-ons. Like all other liquids, passengers are limited to 3.4 oz or less of peanut butter in their carry-on bag, but can also put the snack in their checked baggage.
The incidence of airborne allergy - people having a reaction to the nut protein in the air - is, according to the research, pretty much negligable. No problem bringing nuts on a plane.
Yes, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will allow you to bring dried fruit through airport security in your carry-on baggage.