Import duty on board games and puzzles (other games) into Japan
Goods under HS 9504.90 (board games and puzzles (other games)) are charged 0% general import duty in Japan, according to the official tariff we read on 2026-10-02.
Import consumption tax in Japan: 10% standard rate. Standard rate: consumption tax 7.8% + local consumption tax 2.2% = 10% total (reduced rate 8% for certain food and beverages).
Low-value shipments: Total taxable value of 10,000 yen or less is exempt from customs duty and consumption tax; designated goods (e.g. leather bags, knitted clothing, footwear) excluded unless a personal-use gift; liquor/tobacco taxes not exempt.
Official tariff lines under this code
| Tariff line | Description | Rate as printed |
|---|---|---|
| 9504.90-020 | 1 Bowling ballsOfficial wording9504.90 Other 020 1 Bowling balls 4.6% Free | General 4.6%; WTO Free 0% (lower of General and WTO) |
| 9504.90-010 | 2 Articles for chess or other table games and parts and accessories thereofOfficial wording010 2 Articles for chess or other table games and parts and accessories thereof 3.8% Free | General 3.8%; WTO Free 0% (lower of General and WTO) |
| 9504.90-090 | 3 OtherOfficial wording090 3 Other Free (Free) | General Free; WTO (Free) 0% (lower of General and WTO) |
Estimate your landed costBoard games and puzzles (other games): all destinationsImporting into Japan