Besides many convenient ways to contact or to send documents such as email, scan, fax, etc. Mailing is also a popular means of communication in Japan while there are various types of mailing with different fees and conditions in Japan.
Today, BOW would like to introduce one of the most popular types of mailing which is called "Letter Pack" (レターパック) because of its convenience.
■ What is "Letter Pack"(レターパック)?
Letter Pack is a service that allows you to send letters up to A4 size and 4kg at a flat nationwide rate. There are two types of Letter Pack: Letter Pack Plus, which is delivered in person and requires a seal of receipt, and Letter Pack Light, which is delivered to your mailbox. Delivery is available every day, including Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
■ The differences between "Letter Pack Light" (レターパックライト) & "Letter Pack Plus" (レターパックプラス)
⊳ Letter Pack Light (レターパックライト):
・Fee: 370 yen nationwide
・Size: A4 file size of 34 cm (H) x 24.8 cm (W)
・Thickness: within 3cm
・Weight: within 4kg
・Delivery Method: Delivered to your mailbox
⊳ Letter Pack Plus (レターパックプラス):
・Fee: 520 yen nationwide
・Size: A4 file size of 34 cm (H) x 24.8 cm (W)
・Thickness: not required
・Weight: within 4kg
・Delivery Method: Delivered in person and receive a seal of receipt
■ Where can you get "Letter Pack Light" & "Letter Pack Plus"?
You can purchase a Letter Pack at your local post office, convenience stores (such as Lawson, etc.), and other postage stamp sales outlets (with some exceptions), as well as at the post office's online store. Letter Pack is sold in units of 20 sheets at the post office's online store.
■ Why "Letter Pack" is convenient?
✓You can check the delivery status of your mail through our tracking service.
✓The fee is a flat rate of 520 yen or 370 yen throughout Japan.
✓In addition to drop-off at the post office, you can also conveniently drop your mail in the mailbox. They are delivered every day, including Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
*Some mailboxes will not fit the size of the Letter Pack.
If you are planning to send important documents or thin materials within 3cm, "Letter Pack" can be a good choice for you! Let's check the Post office's online store to purchase "Letter Pack Light" and "Letter Pack Plus"!!
➞Post office's online store: https://bit.ly/3O6R3ET
Let's check the opening job vacancies at BOW and apply even if you still lack experience!
