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Discover PUDO Stations: Your Solution for Last-Mile Delivery

In an era where convenience dictates consumer choices, Packcity Japan Inc. is poised to revolutionize how we receive packages with its PUDO Stations. These open-type delivery lockers allow users to send and receive parcels without needing face-to-face interactions, addressing the ever-pressing last-mile delivery challenges. With a staggering number of over 7,000 locations across Japan as of October 2025, PUDO Stations are becoming the go-to solution for many.

What is the Last-Mile Problem?

The last-mile problem refers to the inefficiencies encountered when delivering packages to their final destinations. This issue is especially pronounced in urban areas where traffic congestion, delivery attempts gone awry, and customer availability create logistical nightmares. PUDO Stations offer a practical solution, addressing the complexities by allowing multiple delivery service providers to utilize a single pickup/drop-off point, thus simplifying the process for users.

Upcoming Events: Experience PUDO Stations First-Hand

In an effort to increase awareness and user engagement, Packcity Japan has partnered with Yamato Transport to facilitate hands-on experience with PUDO Stations at various events throughout Japan. Here are the details:

1. Tokyo Event: Smart City Festival
Dates: October 17-19, 2025
Location: West Shinjuku Area, Tokyo (including the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Headquarters and surrounding outdoor locations)
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily

2. Aomori Event: Aomori Environmental Fair 2025
Dates: October 18-19, 2025
Location: Aomori Industry Hall
Time: October 18 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, October 19 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

3. Saitama Event: Delivery in One Go Campaign (Tentative)
Date: November 14, 2025
Location: Saitama Prefectural Government Building (exact details pending)

4. Kanagawa Event: &EARTH Smart Life Project inside Lazona Kawasaki Plaza
Date: November 15, 2025
Location: Lazona Kawasaki Plaza, 2F Rooftop Area
Time: 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

All events will have free admission, allowing attendees to engage with the PUDO Stations directly and learn how they address the last-mile problem.

Empowering Consumers and Reducing Environmental Impact

Through feedback from social media users, many expressed confusion during their initial experience with PUDO Stations. Hence, educational and interactive sessions at these events will be invaluable for potential users to understand how to utilize this innovative service effectively.

The advantages of PUDO Stations extend beyond mere convenience. They also help reduce the environmental impact associated with last-mile delivery by minimizing the need for re-delivery attempts, which in turn curtails CO₂ emissions linked to oversupply of delivery vehicles on the road.

Packcity Japan envisions that, by introducing a broad audience to PUDO Stations, they can seamlessly integrate this service into daily life, offering ease of access while simultaneously working toward alleviating societal delivery challenges. The key to their vision is a user-friendly approach that demystifies package retrieval in conjunction with environmentally sustainable practices.

As cities grow and the demands of a busy populace evolve, solutions like PUDO Stations will likely become critical assets in modern logistics, particularly in urban and dual-income household landscapes.

To find more about the PUDO Stations and their operational dynamics, please visit PUDO Website.