Goods Across Borders · Customs rule card
Wine → Japan
Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2026-05-13
No specific import restrictions for personal wine
Details
Wine duty-free allowances are separate from spirits in many countries and are often more generous given wine's lower alcohol content. The UK permits 18 liters of still wine duty-free for personal import. Australia allows 2.25 liters of wine duty-free. Wine is completely prohibited in Saudi Arabia, K
Quantity limit
Personal use
IATA dangerous goods
Wine is classified under Class 3 — Flammable liquids. Cabin and checked-baggage limits apply on top of customs rules.
Practical advice
Standard wine allowance typically 2-4L per traveler 18+. Above the allowance, excise + 10% VAT. Declare at Red Channel with purchase receipts.
Customs authority
Japan Customs (Ministry of Finance) · https://www.customs.mof.go.jp