Import guide
Importing a Dog from China to Japan
Complete guide to bringing a puppy from China to Japan: microchip, rabies titer, mandatory 180-day waiting period, health certificate and delivery options.
Japan welcomes small Chinese breeds — Shih Tzu (シーズー), Pekingese (ペキニーズ) and Chinese Crested are especially popular. The main challenge is time: Japan requires a 180-day wait after rabies antibody testing.
Japan import steps
- ISO microchip before rabies vaccine
- Rabies vaccination (2 doses as required)
- Rabies antibody titer test at approved laboratory
- Wait 180 days from the date blood was drawn (if titer passes)
- Advance notification to Animal Quarantine Service (AQS)
- Health certificate within 10 days of departure
- Inspection on arrival at designated airport
Plan ahead
Start at least 7 months before your desired arrival date. We help buyers understand the timeline before they reserve — no surprises.
Why Japan buyers choose Chinese breeds
Pekingese has historical ties to Japan (狆). Shih Tzu ranks among popular small breeds. Chinese bloodlines offer rarity and quality differentiation.