The Secret to Travel Japan Stress-Free : Use Yamato Luggage Forwarding and Delivery Service

As most travelers, you must have faced the hassle and challenges of carrying heavy luggage through narrow, bustling streets, up the stairs, or aboard public transport. Let’s not even talk about the anxiety of keeping an eye on your belongings in crowded places.

Imagine navigating busy train stations and boarding crowded trains or other public transportation to travel around Japan without your heavy suitcases. Sounds like a dream, right?

Well, welcome to Yamato Transport Luggage Forwarding and Delivery service, where this dream becomes your reality.

As the name suggests, Yamato is the genie that magically transports your luggage from one location to another, whether that is your next hotel or the airport, giving you the freedom to roam around exploring unburdened.

The Concept of Stress-Free and Hands-Free Travel : What It Looks Like

Remember the times when you’ve wished for an extra pair of hands while juggling your luggage, coffee, and city map? Enter the concept of Japan hands-free travel.

This innovative service, pioneered by Yamato, enables you to explore the Land of the Rising Sun unencumbered. It’s like having your personal luggage porter, only better!

Picture this: You step off the plane in Tokyo. Instead of grappling with your suitcases while navigating to the train station and hotel, you drop it off at Yamato’s luggage drop off counter at the airport’s Arrivals area, stroll out of the airport, and ready to explore Japan.

Your luggage? It’s already on its way to your hotel, courtesy of Yamato’s airport luggage transfer service. All you have to do is collect it from your hotel lobby at check-in. Now, that’s what I call traveling light!

The Benefits of Stress-Free Travel with Yamato Transport’s Luggage Forwarding and Delivery Service

• Ahhh, the freedom of moving around without heavy luggage slowing you down

• No more worrying about your baggage’s safety in crowded places or on public transport

• You get to save energy, time, and, most importantly, your sanity! Especially if you’re traveling with kids or elder family members.

• You can pack without the stress of fitting everything into a carry-on.

• You can shop to your heart’s content without worrying about carrying all those additional bags and/or suitcases with you across Japan or back to the airport.

• And most importantly, you can focus on exploring Japan’s mesmerizing landscapes, historic sites, and mouthwatering cuisine, rather than fretting over your belongings.

How Does Yamato’s Luggage Forwarding and Delivery Service Work?

Yamato luggage transfer service is designed to handle all types of baggage, from small carry-ons to large suitcases, and even odd-sized items like golf bags or musical instruments.

The process is very straightforward :

• Step 1 : You drop off your luggage at a Yamato counter, found at airports, hotels, and convenience stores across Japan.

• Step 2 : The staff tags your bags and sends them off to your specified destination.

• Step 3 : All you have to do is collect your luggage at the other end. Easy-peasy!

This is a game-changer. Once you’ve handed over your luggage at the Yamato counter, you can happily forget about it until you reach your destination.

The service ensures your luggage is delivered to your hotel or even a residential address, as long as there is a person at the other end to accept it for you.

The person at the destination can be you, the staff at another Yamato Transport’s booth, the hotel staff at your hotel, your AirBnb host, or a convenience store staff.

How Does Yamato’s Airport Luggage Transfer Work?

If you’re leaving Japan, you can use Yamato’s airport luggage transfer service to send your bags directly from your current hotel to the airport.

Just ask your hotel staff about this service. They will help you with filling out the necessary forms, collect your luggage transfer fee, and facilitate the whole process for you.

This means you can spend your last day in Japan exploring, shopping, or eating sushi, instead of lugging around your luggage. Yamato’s reliable, efficient service ensures your luggage is waiting for you at the airport when you’re ready to check in.

How Does Yamato’s Hotel Luggage Forwarding Work?

Yamato’s hotel luggage forwarding service works similarly to their airport service : You drop off your luggage at the hotel’s front desk, and Yamato delivers it to your next hotel or a specified address.

This service is especially handy if you’re planning to visit multiple cities or regions in Japan.

Imagine traveling from Tokyo to Kyoto, then Osaka, without dragging your bags along. You can easily hop onto a shinkansen (bullet train) or local trains and buses, soak in the scenic views, and disembark unburdened.

Your luggage will meet you at your next hotel, ready for the next leg of your journey.

Comparing Yamato’s Luggage Transfer Service with You Carrying Your Suitcases All By Yourself

When comparing with you handling suitcases on your own, Yamato Transport’s service comes out on top every time.

Think about the convenience, the stress reduction, the freedom. These benefits far outweigh the minor cost of the service (around 30-40 USD total).

Plus, Yamato’s reputation for punctuality, safety, and excellent customer service is unparalleled.

Where Can I Find a Yamato Counter or Booth in My Area?

Yamato Transport has a wide network of delivery services and counters throughout the country, which allows them to offer services to people living or traveling in almost every part of Japan.

Whether you’re in a big city like Tokyo or a small town in the countryside, you can take advantage of Yamato’s services to transport your luggage or goods to your desired destination.

You can find a Yamato counter in major train stations across Japan. They also partner with most hotels and convenience stores, which makes them easily accessible throughout Japan.

Here is a list of regions and cities where Yamato has their official counter in, with hours of operation, and services offered at each location. Click here to visit the official Yamato Transport website where specific counters info are available.

How Much Does It Cost to Have My Luggage Forwarded by Yamato Transport?

The cost depends on multiple factors : the distance between the drop-off point and the delivery address, the size(s) and weight(s) of the luggage, and how fast it needs to be delivered (same-day delivery, next day delivery, etc.).

If you want to accurately calculate your cost, go to the Luggage Forwarding Fee Calculator at Yamato official website here, and enter luggage details and travel info to get the most accurate fees.

What Are the Accepted Payment Methods When Using Yamato Transport’s Luggage Forwarding and Delivery Service?

The list of acceptable payment methods are :

• Cash

• IC cards : like Suica, Pasmo, Icoca, Manaca, Kitaca, Nimoca, etc.

• Specific QR-code payment accounts (see the list below) : PayPay, auPay, mPay, RakutenPay, etc.

NOTE : Credit cards are currently not yet accepted, so make sure to bring cash or your IC card to pay the forwarding fees.

How to Book Yamato’s Luggage Forwarding and Delivery Service

Booking is very simple and straightforward :

• STEP 1 : You can do it online, at your hotel, at a convenience store nearby, or at a Yamato counter.

• STEP 2 : Just fill in the delivery form with your info, delivery address, and delivery time.

• STEP 3 : Drop off your luggage, pay for the service (cash or card), and you’re good to go!

For airport luggage transfer service : Remember to book at least 2 days in advance for airport transfers.

For hotel forwarding service : You can usually book the service 1 day in advance if it is in the same region. Allow 2 days if transporting luggage from one region to another region.

And don’t worry if your Japanese is minimal; Yamato staff are friendly and helpful, and most of them speak English or have English instructions to assist you.

I wrote a detailed article on the how-tos, and provided more details regarding luggage sizes and forwarding fees, so that you can best estimate how much it would cost for your luggage needs. Read it here.

What Info to Provide on the Yamato’s Delivery Form In Order to Forward Your Luggage?

When filling out the paper form to forward your luggage, you’ll need to provide some basic information:

• This includes your full name, phone number, and the address of your destination, whether it’s a hotel or airport.

• You’ll also need to specify the date and time you want your luggage to arrive. This ensures that your belongings are delivered exactly when and where you need them.

• Also need to provide details about your luggage, such as the number of pieces, their sizes, and weights.

• If you have any special instructions, like fragile items inside, make sure to mention that as well.

• Lastly, don’t forget to double-check all the information before submitting the form to avoid any delivery mishaps.

If you feel unsure when filling out the form, use Google translate or ask the staff for help.

Want to Know More?

I wrote a detailed article on the how-tos, and provided more details regarding luggage sizes and forwarding fees, so that you can best estimate how much it would cost for your luggage needs. Read it here.

When it comes to heavy luggage (trust me, you will have plenty of souvenirs and cool purchases by the end of your trip), give Yamato Transport a try, and I promise you this will be one of the best money spent on your entire Japan adventure.

If you have any questions or just want to share your own travel stories, I’d love to hear from you! Please feel free to reach out to me at evelyn@japanoncloudnine.com, and let’s chat. Thank you for taking the time to read my blog post, and happy travel!

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