Utilities & Postal

Electricity

TEPCO - Tokyo area electricity provider. You can sign up online or by phone.

Gas

Tokyo Gas - Tokyo area gas provider. Schedule a start date before you move in.

Water

Tokyo Waterworks - Tokyo water service. Call to start service at your new address.

Residential Info

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Residence Info - Registration and residential services information for Tokyo residents.

Postal Services

Japan Post - National postal service handling mail, packages, and even savings accounts.
Postal Information Service - English postal help. Phone: 03/5472-5851 or 03/5472-5852.
EMS International Mail - Cheapest and most reliable international shipping option from Japan.

Domestic Delivery

Yamato Transport / Kuroneko - Japan's ubiquitous delivery service. You will see their black cat logo everywhere.
Sagawa Express - Major domestic delivery company.
Nittsu / Nippon Express - Large logistics and delivery company.

International Shipping & Courier

DHL Japan - International express shipping.
FedEx Japan - International courier with English support.
Overseas Courier Service - Get foreign newspapers and books delivered to your door in Japan.

Baggage Delivery

JAL ABC - Send your luggage from the airport to your hotel or home.
Yamato Transport - Airport baggage forwarding service.

Moving Services

Nippon Express USA - Ship your belongings to Japan by sea or air freight.
Nippon Express Japan - Domestic moving within Japan.
Sterling International - International movers. Phone: 800/989-2198.
FIDI International Movers - Verify your moving company is certified and reputable.
Moving Scam - Check reviews and avoid fraudulent moving companies.

TIP

Always get at least 3 estimates when shipping your belongings internationally. Prices vary wildly between companies, and some charge hidden fees for customs clearance or delivery to your door.