[Sangetsu]

Personal items are not subject to duties. If you are buying new leather goods from overseas and having them shipped to Japan, then a duty can be applied. Used items purchased from ebay or individuals are not subject to duties.

Over the last couple of years I've shipped about 20 boxes to Japan, and though some of them have been opened and inspected by customs, I've never been charged any fees.

When you ship boxes to Japan you will need to fill out a customs form indicating the contents of each box, the value of the items, and their intended use. Make sure you list the items as being for "personal use".