Travel rules
Can I bring a drone into Japan?
Yes in principle, but radio, battery/airline, registration and flight rules apply once you operate it in Japan.
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What you need to know
Requirements & exceptions
- Many drones must be registered before flight.
- Importing the device does not grant permission to fly it.
Documents
- Passport
- Item/activity-specific permits or certificates if required
Likely cost
Registration, insurance, equipment and any application/permission costs depend on aircraft and flight type; land/facility permissions may be separate.
Where to act
MLIT/JCAB DIPS 2.0 for aircraft registration/flight applications, plus the landowner or facility manager for the takeoff/landing location.