Camera Service in Japan?

Asudef · 03-19-2016, 05:16 AM

I'll be visiting Japan next month, Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and wonder if anyone had experience or leads on getting cameras serviced there. What would the approximate cost and turnaround time be for those who know?

I'll be there 2 weeks and bringing my LX if I find a good source is found but may also look to pick up a MX or Olympus XA if possible.

I was only able to dig up this but it's pretty dated.

RR84 · 03-19-2016, 06:55 AM

Originally posted by Asudef

I'll be visiting Japan next month, Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and wonder if anyone had experience or leads on getting cameras serviced there. What would the approximate cost and turnaround time be for those who know?

I'll be there 2 weeks and bringing my LX if I find a good source is found but may also look to pick up a MX or Olympus XA if possible.

I was only able to dig up this but it's pretty dated.

Kanto Camera Service is without a doubt the best in Japan. You'll need a fat wallet and at least a month for an overhaul but it'll be worth it.

dmc · 03-20-2016, 06:02 PM

Also check with JCH (Japan Camera Hunter) via the web before you go for insight and advice.

03-19-2016, 05:16 AM	#1
Asudef Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: San Francisco Posts: 79	Camera Service in Japan? I'll be visiting Japan next month, Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and wonder if anyone had experience or leads on getting cameras serviced there. What would the approximate cost and turnaround time be for those who know? I'll be there 2 weeks and bringing my LX if I find a good source is found but may also look to pick up a MX or Olympus XA if possible. I was only able to dig up this but it's pretty dated.

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03-19-2016, 06:55 AM	#2
RR84 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Posts: 161	Originally posted by Asudef I'll be visiting Japan next month, Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and wonder if anyone had experience or leads on getting cameras serviced there. What would the approximate cost and turnaround time be for those who know? I'll be there 2 weeks and bringing my LX if I find a good source is found but may also look to pick up a MX or Olympus XA if possible. I was only able to dig up this but it's pretty dated. Kanto Camera Service is without a doubt the best in Japan. You'll need a fat wallet and at least a month for an overhaul but it'll be worth it.

03-20-2016, 06:02 PM	#3
dmc Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Calgary, AB Canada Posts: 76	Also check with JCH (Japan Camera Hunter) via the web before you go for insight and advice.