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Procedures for Importing  

For those wishing to relocate to Japan with a cat or dog, it is highly recommended to start the process well in advance in order to avoid your pet having to spend time in quarantine upon arrival in Japan. While the procedures differ slightly based on country of export, the main requirements are listed below:  

1. Veterinarian-implanted Identity Microchip  
Dogs and cats must be individually identifiable by a microchip with the ISO 11784 or 11785 standards. 

2. Rabies Vaccinations 
Dogs and cats must be vaccinated against rabies with inactivated or recombinant vaccines …