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Japan Microchip and Rabies Vaccine Sequence
TLDR: Japan requires pets to be at least 91 days old at the time of the first rabies vaccination, with the date of birth counted as Day 0. US veterinarians standardly vaccinate at 12 weeks, which is 84 days. Any vaccination given between 84 and 90…
Japan’s 91-Day Rabies Vaccine Age Rule
TLDR: Japan requires pets to be at least 91 days old at the time of the first rabies vaccination, with the date of birth counted as Day 0. US veterinarians standardly vaccinate at 12 weeks, which is 84 days. Any vaccination given between 84 and 90…
Transiting Through Tokyo with a Pet: What Japan Requires
TLDR: Pets transiting through Tokyo Narita or Haneda Airport on the same airline are not subject to Japan's pet import requirements. The transit exemption applies as long as your pet remains in airline custody and you do not clear…
Sedation and Pet Air Travel to Japan: What to Know Before You Fly
TLDR: Sedating a pet for a long-haul flight to Japan is not recommended by most veterinarians and is prohibited or strongly discouraged by most airlines. At altitude, sedated animals have reduced ability to regulate balance and cardiovascular function, and respiratory…
Living in Japan with a Pet: What to Expect After You Arrive
TLDR: Daily life with a pet in Japan comes with specific rules that catch many expats off guard. Dog owners must register with the local municipality within 30 days of arrival and vaccinate annually. Dogs must be leashed at all times…
Moving Your Dog or Cat from Japan to the United States
TLDR: Moving a pet from Japan to the United States is significantly simpler than the reverse. Japan is classified as a low-risk country under CDC rules, which means dogs only need a CDC Dog Import Form receipt, an ISO-compatible microchip,…