Overseas Export Costs and Packages
For over five decades, Hōzansō has delivered Mame Shiba Inu puppies to families across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. To make the cost as transparent as possible for our overseas clients, we offer three standard packages for the United States, where we have the largest number of export cases. Please choose the option that best fits your circumstances.
For Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other regions, document requirements, quarantine procedures, and flight routes vary significantly by country, so we provide individual quotes. Please see the dedicated section further down on this page.
Important: The puppy itself is not included in any of the package prices below. Puppy prices vary depending on bloodline, age, and other factors. Additional in-kennel boarding fees may also apply during the export preparation period. We will provide a complete total estimate once you have chosen your puppy.
Three Export Packages for the United States
The prices below all apply to standard exports to the United States. For destinations outside the U.S., please refer to the section "Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Other Regions" further down on this page.
Package 1 (For the U.S.) — Documents Only / Customer Travels to Japan
From ¥80,000
This package is for clients who travel from the United States to Japan and personally collect the puppy at our kennel.
Our Distinctive Strength
At Hōzansō, we prepare the complete document set and submit it in advance to the Animal Quarantine Service, completing the export quarantine application before handover. All you need to do is bring the puppy and the original documents to the Animal Quarantine Service, and the export quarantine certificate will be issued. There is no need for you to navigate complex paperwork on your own.
Best for: Clients who want to travel to Japan and meet their puppy at the kennel in person.
Package 2 (For the U.S.) — Kansai International Airport (KIX) Handover
From ¥120,000
On your departure day, our kennel staff brings the puppy to Kansai International Airport and hands it over to you directly at the airport.
All Documents and Quarantine Procedures Completed in Advance
Including the export quarantine certificate from the Animal Quarantine Service, all required documents and procedures are completed by Hōzansō staff in advance. You simply take the documents and the puppy directly to the airline check-in counter.
Meeting Point
We can meet you in front of the airline check-in counter inside the airport. However, many clients choose to wait in front of the Animal Quarantine Service building because they want to see their puppy as soon as possible. We accommodate whichever location you prefer.
Best for: Clients who cannot travel to the kennel but want a smooth, reliable handover at the airport.
Package 3 (For the U.S.) — Air Cargo Shipping / No Travel to Japan Required
Los Angeles: From ¥320,000 New York: From ¥350,000
We arrange air cargo transport through Nippon Express. There is no need for you to travel to Japan.
Departure Airport
Osaka (Kansai International Airport) is our standard departure point. If you wish to depart from Tokyo (Narita or Haneda), an additional ¥100,000 fee applies.
Direct Flights Only
This package is available only for destinations served by direct flights from Japan. Destinations without direct service are not eligible.
Best for: U.S. clients who cannot travel to Japan.
Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Other Regions
For exports to Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other regions, the U.S. package prices above do not apply.
Because the following factors vary significantly by country, we provide individual quotes for each case:
- The type and number of required documents (rabies titer test requirement, waiting periods, etc.)
- Quarantine requirements and designated entry airports
- Flight routes (availability of direct flights, connections)
- Microchip standards
General Cost Indication
- Europe and the Middle East: Costs tend to be higher than for U.S. shipments. Transport alone often approaches ¥200,000 for many countries, so please expect the total cost to exceed U.S. equivalents.
- Asia: Because of the shorter distance from Japan, transport is generally more affordable.
Past Export Destinations
- Europe: Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium
- Middle East: Dubai
- Central America: Costa Rica
- Asia: Taiwan, Shanghai, Dalian, South Korea
Please confirm your country's import requirements before contacting us. We will tailor the document set and routing to match your country.
What All Packages Include
All packages include the complete English-language certificate set required for international export:
- Microchip implantation record
- Combination vaccination certificate (two doses)
- Rabies vaccination certificate (one dose by default)
- External parasite treatment record
- Internal parasite treatment record
- Health examination certificate
- Export quarantine certificate (issued by the Animal Quarantine Service)
When Additional Charges May Apply
If your country's regulations require a second rabies vaccination, this is handled for an additional fee. Please confirm your country's requirements when you contact us.
Not Included
The flight crate is not included in any package. Crate size depends on the puppy's body size at the time of shipping and on the airline's requirements at that time, so we handle this on a case-by-case basis rather than bundling a fixed cost.
Country-Specific Notes
United States — Minimum Age of Six Months
Under current U.S. CDC regulations, puppies must be at least six months of age at the time of arrival. Hōzansō does not ship puppies younger than six months to the United States under any package.
You will also need to obtain a CDC dog import permit and forward the receipt to us by email before departure.
European Union, United Kingdom, and Other Regions
Import requirements differ from country to country. Each country has its own rules regarding rabies titer testing, waiting periods, microchip standards, designated entry airports, and more. Please verify your country's specific rules before contacting us. We will prepare the required documents to match your country's requirements.
Payment
We accept SWIFT international bank transfer only. We do not accept PayPal, Wise, credit cards, or cryptocurrency. SWIFT is the standard payment method for international livestock and pedigree transactions and provides a clear, traceable record for both parties.
After your transfer, please email us a copy of the bank receipt issued by your bank. Anti-money-laundering verification on the bank's side can take anywhere from one day to one week, so receiving the receipt allows us to begin export preparation immediately, without waiting for the funds to fully clear on our side.
Training During the Waiting Period Before Departure
From the time your purchase is confirmed until departure, your puppy is not simply staying at the kennel. Your puppy receives training based on the Inudō (犬道) Method, an original system developed by Hōzansō owner Tomoyuki Nishiyama through more than 50 years of Mame Shiba Inu breeding.
This includes early socialization, the foundations of the 1-1-1 Rule, the Ninja Method for inhibiting biting habits, and the Samurai Method for establishing the "lord and retainer" relationship that Japanese breeds require. By the time your puppy arrives in your home, he or she has already acquired the basics of training. This is why Mame Shiba Inu from Hōzansō are calm, clean, and confident — even with first-time dog owners.
To learn more about the philosophy behind this training, please visit e-nishiyama.com — the Inudō main page.
A Note on Brokers and Resellers
The term "Mameshiba" is used loosely outside Japan, and brokers sometimes resell ordinary small Shiba Inu as "Mame Shiba Inu" at marked-up prices. The genuine Mame Shiba Inu is a recognized breed whose lineage was established in Japan in the early 1970s and was officially recognized as an independent breed by KC Japan in 2008. Hōzansō bloodlines became the breed standard.
At Hōzansō, we deliver puppies directly from our kennel to your family. There are no intermediaries.
Please Compare the Cost Yourself
When you purchase a Mame Shiba Inu through an animal transport company or broker, transport fees and intermediary commissions are added on top, often resulting in prices significantly different from what we offer directly.
If you find our prices high, we encourage you to request quotes from animal transport companies and brokers as well. Once you compare the numbers yourself, you will quickly understand how reasonable our pricing is.
For over 50 years, we have worked directly with families around the world. By eliminating intermediaries, we deliver Mame Shiba Inu of certified bloodline at fair prices, and we take full responsibility for each puppy we send.
Next Steps
When you are ready to begin the process, please apply through our overseas reservation form.
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