Introducing Online Payment Features for Travelers using Yu-Pack Labels
New Online Payment Feature for Yu-Pack Labels
Japan's largest hotel chain, APA Hotels, is set to enhance its existing Yu-Pack label printing service by introducing an online payment feature from January 27, 2026. This new addition aims to provide a smoother shipping experience for international travelers, addressing concerns related to pricing transparency and payment processes during their stay.
Background
With a significant rise in the number of foreign tourists visiting Japan, APA Hotels initiated a multilingual Yu-Pack label printing service in October 2024. This service enables users to effortlessly print shipping labels using their smartphones at hotels across Tokyo. However, travelers have faced challenges with varying shipping costs based on package size and destination, often finding the process cumbersome due to size measurements and payments at hotel counters. Additionally, hotel staff have reported increased administrative burdens with the growing demand for shipping services.
This prompted the introduction of a more streamlined solution. The traditional method of generating QR codes for label printing at hotel locations will now include the convenience of online payment.
Service Overview
With this enhanced Yu-Pack service, travelers will now generate a QR code via a dedicated website allowing them to print shipping labels from printers located in hotels. The inclusion of online payment means that both size measurements and on-site payments will be eliminated, significantly speeding up the shipping process. Furthermore, travelers can enjoy a discount of 180 yen off the base shipping rate when using online payment for each Yu-Pack parcel sent.
This means visitors can easily mail their belongings without the hassle of carrying heavy items around while enjoying their travels in Japan. Initially, this service will be launched at APA Hotel & Resort Roppongi Ekimae and APA Hotel Sapporo Odori Ekimae, with plans for gradual expansion to additional locations.
Payment Methods
Travelers can choose from credit or debit card options for their online payments. However, it is important to note that existing discounts such as the bring-in discount, same-address discount, and multiple-package discount do not apply to this service.
Participating Hotels
- - APA Hotel & Resort Roppongi Ekimae
- - APA Hotel Sapporo Odori Ekimae
How to Use the Service
1. Scan the QR code provided in hotel brochures using your smartphone to access the dedicated site.
2. Register the required shipping information and complete the payment process for your Yu-Pack label.
3. Retrieve the QR code for printing from the dedicated website.
4. Scan the QR code at the designated printer in the hotel to print the Yu-Pack label, which you can then present along with your package at the hotel front desk for dispatch.
Note: Traditional handwritten labels are still available for use if travelers prefer not to utilize the new service and those at already participating hotels can continue with existing services.
Available Shipping Options
The service specifically caters to standard Yu-Pack deliveries. Other various Yu-Pack services, such as golf pack, ski pack, and airport pack, among others, are currently not included. Additionally, specialized service options like security, identity confirmation, or cash-on-delivery are not supported.
About APA Group
Continuing from its strategic initiative "SUMMIT5" launched in April 2010, APA Group operates a vast network of 1,042 hotels across Japan with a total of 141,563 rooms. Aiming to respond to shifts in post-COVID travel demands and digital transformation trends, the group embarks on its new five-year plan, "AIM5 - APA Innovative Movement," with ambitious goals to expand its network to 150,000 rooms by March 2027, solidifying its position as Japan’s leading hotel chain.
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