Goods Across Borders · Customs rule card
Fresh Fruit → Japan
Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2025-01-15
RESTRICTED
Strict plant quarantine; most fruit prohibited
Details
Japan's Plant Protection Station enforces strict quarantine on fresh fruit. Most fruits from most countries are prohibited due to pest concerns (Mediterranean fruit fly, codling moth, etc.). Some fruits from specific countries are permitted with phytosanitary certification. Inspection at port of entry is mandatory.
Quantity limit
Only from approved origins with certificate
Documentation required
- Phytosanitary certificate
Legal reference
Plant Protection Act
Practical advice
Most fresh fruit is prohibited. Check MAFF approved lists for specific fruit-country combinations.
Customs authority
Japan Customs (Ministry of Finance) · https://www.customs.mof.go.jp