Sagawa Express to introduce peak season surcharge for its international express delivery service from October to ensure stable delivery.

August 09, 2025 / 3PL/Logistics company

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On October 1st, Sagawa Express will introduce a peak season surcharge for its Hikyaku International Express Delivery service to ensure stable international shipping services during periods of high cargo demand.

The applicable period is from October 1, 2025 to February 16, 2026 for shipments collected by Sagawa Express. The additional charges are 20 yen/kg for shipments originating from Japan to South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, etc., 140 yen/kg for Africa, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, 180 yen/kg for the UK, France, Germany, Spain, etc., and 230 yen/kg for the USA, Canada, Mexico, etc.

<Additional charges by destination for shipments originating in Japan>
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During peak seasons, a surcharge of half the above per-kilogram rate will be added for every 0.5 kg of the invoiced weight (weight as stated on the invoice) of the cargo.

Fuel surcharges are calculated by adding a peak season surcharge to the fare.

■ Regional Details
https://www.sagawa-exp.co.jp/assets/pdf/service/h-kokusai/sgx_area.pdf

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