Ivory & CITES-Listed Items → Japan

Ivory & CITES-Listed Items import prohibited

Details

Trade in elephant ivory is banned under CITES Appendix I listings. Both import and export of new ivory are prohibited in virtually all countries that are CITES parties. Antique ivory (pre-1947 and in some markets pre-1975 with documentation) may be e. Enforcement in Japan carries fines from JPY 5,000,000 to JPY 30,000,000 and imprisonment up to 10 years in aggravated cases under Customs Law Art. 109; Narcotics Control Law; Cannabis Control Law.

Leaving with this item

Elephant ivory may not be taken out of Japan — CITES Appendix I listing and domestic ivory laws prohibit cross-border movement of post-1975 ivory, and antique exemptions require permits.

Practical advice

Do not bring ivory & cites-listed items to this country. Penalties may be severe. If unsure, declare on arrival — declared goods at worst attract duty or surrender, while undeclared goods found in screening are seized and fined.

Customs authority

Japan Customs (Ministry of Finance) · https://www.customs.mof.go.jp