Originally Posted by
Audie
Would I have any problems in NRT if I have some packages of good WI cheese in my carry on luggage?
Not likely in NRT, but likely at your origin.
TSA would cease you if you carry more than 3oz, or any amount not in pressurized containers. No limit for cheese quantity if in checked-in baggage.
http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtrav...-items.shtm#10
Originally Posted by
Audie
I never know for sure what they are looking for when they screen passengers who have all ready gone through security in their home airport.
When arriving Japan, it's more of a matter for animal quarantine (to prevent zoonoses), rather than for custom or travel security.
- No restrictions for milk products of any origin.
- Any beef products from US or Canada are banned.
- Meat products are generally permitted with official inspection by the government of the originating country. Simplified process for NZ/Australia/Korea (no longer US or Canada).
- Additional restrictions apply for products from endemic area of BSE, FMD, CWD, avian flu, or swine fever.
http://www.maff-aqs.go.jp/english/ryoko/bp.htm
Custom will exempt cheese of up to JPY10,000 commercial value, or up to JPY200,000 altogether with other items.
http://www.customs.go.jp/asem/partne..._passenger.htm