If you live in Japan, you might sometimes miss the products and brands from India — whether it is Indian clothes, kitchen items, home décor, gadgets, books, or small festival essentials. One of the best places to shop for all these items is Flipkart, one of India’s biggest and most trusted shopping websites.
But there is one problem:
Flipkart does not ship orders directly to Japan.
So many people living in Japan wonder:
“Is there a way to shop from Flipkart India while living in Japan?”
Yes, there is — and it is very simple.
All you need is a shipping service like Forward Parcel.
Forward Parcel gives you a virtual address in India.
You shop from Flipkart using that address, and Forward Parcel ships your items safely to your home in Japan.
Why Use Forward Parcel for Flipkart?
| Benefit | What It Means |
| You get an Indian delivery address | Flipkart can deliver your order easily. |
| Combine multiple orders | You can shop from Flipkart and many other stores, then ship together to save money. |
| Repacking to reduce weight | Helps lower international shipping cost. |
| Worldwide courier partners | Parcels are shipped securely using DHL, FedEx, Aramex, etc. |
| Easy tracking | You always know where your parcel is. |
Forward Parcel makes the process smooth, clear, and affordable.
Step-by-Step Guide: Shop from Flipkart & Ship to Japan
Step 1: Sign Up on Forward Parcel
- Go to www.forwardparcel.com
- Create your account.
- After signing up, you will receive:
- Your Virtual Indian Warehouse Address
- Your Unique Customer Code
This is the address you will use on Flipkart.
Step 2: Visit Flipkart and Start Shopping
- Go to www.flipkart.com
- Search for the products you want.
- Add the items to your cart.
Flipkart has:
- Clothing for men, women, and kids
- Sarees, ethnic wear, kurta sets
- Mobile accessories
- Kitchenware and home products
- Gifts, books, toys
- Footwear & handbags
Tip:
Look for products marked “Flipkart Assured” for better quality reliability.
Step 3: Use Forward Parcel Address at Checkout
While placing your order on Flipkart, enter your Forward Parcel address as the shipping address.
Make sure to mention your Customer Code in the name line or address line.
Example:
- Your Name (Customer Code)
- Forward Parcel Warehouse Address
- City, State, India
- Pin Code
- Phone Number (provided by Forward Parcel)
Then complete payment.
Payment Note:
Flipkart usually accepts:
- International Debit/Credit cards (Visa/Mastercard)
- NRI cards
- Or you may use Indian UPI if available
But usually, international cards work fine.
Step 4: Flipkart Delivers the Order to Forward Parcel Warehouse
After order confirmation:
- Flipkart ships your items to the warehouse.
- You will see tracking updates on Flipkart.
- When the warehouse receives your parcel, Forward Parcel updates it in your dashboard.
You may also request photos of the parcel inside your account.
Step 5: Ship from India to Japan
Once your parcel is available in your Forward Parcel account:
- Log in to your dashboard.
- Select your parcels.
- You can choose to:
- Ship one parcel, or
- Combine multiple parcels into one box to save shipping cost.
- Choose your shipping courier and service type.
- Pay for the shipping.
Forward Parcel will now ship your final package to your address in Japan.
Step 6: Receive Your Order in Japan
Delivery time from India to Japan is usually:
6–10 business days
Depending on customs rules, you may need to pay small import duty for some items — Forward Parcel includes customs paperwork to make the process easy.
What You Can Buy and Ship from Flipkart to Japan
You can safely buy and ship:
- Sarees, lehengas, kurtas
- Tshirts, shirts, jeans
- Jewelry (non-precious)
- Functional kitchen items (small and non-electric)
- Bedsheets, cushion covers
- Children’s clothes and toys
- Books, stationery
- Mobile covers & small accessories
Important: Items You Should Avoid
Certain items cannot be shipped internationally due to customs/air safety rules:
| Not Allowed | Reason |
| Perfumes & deodorants | They are flammable. |
| Power banks / batteries | Need special declaration. |
| Liquids / gels | Restricted in air shipping. |
| Food items | Many require import approval. |
Always check Forward Parcel’s prohibited items list.
Example Cost Breakdown (Approximate)
| Item Cost on Flipkart | ₹3,000 (≈ ¥5,340 JPY) |
| Flipkart to Warehouse | Usually Free |
| International Shipping to Japan | ₹1,700 – ₹3,200 (≈ ¥3,000 – ¥6,000 JPY)depends on weight |
| Customs Duty | Based on parcel category/value |
Tip:
To save cost, order multiple items and combine them.
This reduces weight-based pricing.
Helpful Tips to Make Your Experience Better
- size guides and read reviews before buying clothes.
- Try to buy lighter items to save on shipping.
- Shop during big sale seasons:
- Flipkart Big Billion Days
- End of Season Sale
- Festive Sale Periods (Diwali, Navratri, etc.)
If you plan well, you can save a lot.
Conclusion
Shopping from Flipkart India while living in Japan is now easy and simple.
With Forward Parcel, you get your own Indian address, your orders are safely collected, repacked, and shipped directly to your home in Japan.
No complications. No special process. No stress.
Just shop, ship, and enjoy your favorite Indian products — anywhere in Japan.
