Utilities & Postal

Electricity

• TEPCO - Tokyo area electricity provider. You can sign up online or by phone.

Gas

• Tokyo Gas - Tokyo area gas provider. Schedule a start date before you move in.

Water

• Tokyo Waterworks - Tokyo water service. Call to start service at your new address.

Residential Info

• Tokyo Metropolitan Government Residence Info - Registration and residential services information for Tokyo residents.

Postal Services

• Japan Post - National postal service handling mail, packages, and even savings accounts.
• Postal Information Service - English postal help. Phone: 03/5472-5851 or 03/5472-5852.
• EMS International Mail - Cheapest and most reliable international shipping option from Japan.

Domestic Delivery

• Yamato Transport / Kuroneko - Japan's ubiquitous delivery service. You will see their black cat logo everywhere.
• Sagawa Express - Major domestic delivery company.
• Nittsu / Nippon Express - Large logistics and delivery company.

International Shipping & Courier

• DHL Japan - International express shipping.
• FedEx Japan - International courier with English support.
• Overseas Courier Service - Get foreign newspapers and books delivered to your door in Japan.

Baggage Delivery

• JAL ABC - Send your luggage from the airport to your hotel or home.
• Yamato Transport - Airport baggage forwarding service.

Moving Services

• Nippon Express USA - Ship your belongings to Japan by sea or air freight.
• Nippon Express Japan - Domestic moving within Japan.
• Sterling International - International movers. Phone: 800/989-2198.
• FIDI International Movers - Verify your moving company is certified and reputable.
• Moving Scam - Check reviews and avoid fraudulent moving companies.

TIP

Always get at least 3 estimates when shipping your belongings internationally. Prices vary wildly between companies, and some charge hidden fees for customs clearance or delivery to your door.