Quote Originally Posted by CDNSushi View Post
Man, I'll have to remember that living here in Japan.:
I'd like to SING the praises of one particular national postal service -- Japan Post.

I've frequently ordered items from Japan (chef's knives mainly). Shipping is US$7 by post. The packages always leave Japan within about 5 hours after posting, and arrive in Vancouver, Canada the next day. Of course, they then take 2 days to clear customs, and arrive at my house only 40 miles away.

Even so, a consistently reliable international 3 day trans-Pacific delivery for US$7, is amazing. On one occasion I ordered knives from Japan and Quebec at the same time -- they both arrived at the same time, but the domestic postage rate was 4x higher. Similar shipments sent via USPS to Canada take 1-2 weeks, even though the distance might only be a few hundred miles.

I recommend all the kilt companies relocate to Japan! With Stillwater's amazing shipping, Japan Post's efficiency, and the International Date Line, Jerry will be able to deliver his kilts before you even order them.

KP