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EU Ends Duty-Free Imports Under €150: What the New €3 Customs Duty Means for ZenMarket Customers

Starting July 1st, 2026, the EU will remove the duty-free exemption for imports under €150 and introduce a new €3 customs duty per item type. VAT rules will remain unchanged, and how the duty is paid will depend on the shipping method.

News | 30/06/2026 |

U.S. Shipping Update: ZenMarket Currently Supports Parcels Over $800

ZenMarket currently supports shipping to the United States only for parcels with a total item value above $800.

News | 20/04/2026 | News

How to buy from Recommended Stores?

Read our tutorial on how to seamless shop with the best Japanese online shops with ZenMarket!

Article | 25/03/2026 | Tutorial

Shipping Disruptions to the Middle East- Operational Updates

Find the latest updates on shipping disruptions affecting Middle Eastern destinations. Track carrier suspensions, affected countries, and operational changes as the situation evolves.

News | 12/03/2026 | News , shipping

UPS Shipping Services Resume March 2026

The UPS international shipping services will resume on March 2, 2026. UPS shipping options will again be available for new shipments starting March 2, 2026. Payment for packages using UPS will be again accessible starting from Match 2, 2026.

News | 02/03/2026 | News

Update to the Service Fee for Mercari Shops and JDirectItems Auction

Starting May 1, 2026, the ZenMarket service fee for bids on JDirectItems Auction will increase from 500 yen to 800 yen per bid. The service fee on Mercari shops items will increase, starting April 1.

News | 26/02/2026 | News

Mandatory VAT Pre-Charge for EU, Norway and UK Shipments Starting March 2026

VAT pre-charge will become mandatory for EU and Norway shipments starting March 2, 2026. Learn how this affects ZenMarket parcels under IOSS and VOEC systems.

News | 19/02/2026 | News

Important Update: FedEx U.S. Shipments Now Sent Under DDP Terms

Due to billing issues with import taxes and duties, all FedEx shipments to the United States will be sent under DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) terms starting January 23.

News | 16/01/2026 | News , shipping

Introducing Cross-Site Search on ZenMarket (Beta)

ZenMarket Discover Cross Site Search: a new feature that lets users find content across sites quickly, boosting access and productivity.

News | 10/12/2025 | News

Changes to U.S. Customs Duty-Free Threshold

From August 29, 2025, changes to U.S. customs may affect how low-value parcels are processed. A flat-rate duty and revised thresholds could apply, depending on the shipping method and customs interpretation. Learn more in our blog.

News | 04/08/2025 | News

Sora & BoxHead Yonkoma Comic Series

Follow us for interesting stories with our mascots, Sora and BoxHead! Enjoy the Yonkoma Comics for a fun and light read, and learn more about updates for our beloved mascots.

Article | 30/01/2025 |

Small Wonders: Exploring the Fascinating World of Japanese Miniatures

Japan's miniature artisans are world-renowned for their skill and attention to detail. This article offers a brief history of traditional Japanese miniatures and an overview of modern miniature crafts.

Article | 28/01/2025 | Japanese Culture

The fusion of Western and Japanese styles in contemporary fashion

Discover how contemporary fashion blends Western and Japanese aesthetics, from minimalism to maximalism, tradition to trendsetting, and street to high fashion.

Article | 23/01/2025 | Fashion , j-fashion

Washi Tape: Everyone’s Favorite Japanese Crafting Material

With its vibrant colors, playful patterns, and quirky designs, washi tape is guaranteed to elevate any craft project. In this fun guide we explore everyday creative uses for washi tape and discover the top tape picks from Minne.com

Article | 22/01/2025 | RecommendedStores , Minne , stationery , Crafts

The Role of Technology in Japanese Luxury Fashion

Japan’s luxury fashion blends innovation with tradition, using cutting-edge tech like AI, robotics, and digital design to enhance both craftsmanship and customer engagement.

Article | 18/01/2025 | Fashion , j-fashion

Value Added Tax (Importation Tax) Pre-charge for Swiss Parcels (Updated December 2025)

Effective from early January 2025, ZenMarket will introduce a mandatory 8.1% Import VAT pre-charge on all parcels to Switzerland. The 8.1% is applied to the total of the value of goods plus international shipping fees. This will be applied to all parcels valued more than 62 CHF.

News | 17/01/2025 | News , VAT

Japan Shopping Service

EU Ends Duty-Free Imports Under €150: What the New €3 Customs Duty Means for ZenMarket Customers

U.S. Shipping Update: ZenMarket Currently Supports Parcels Over $800

How to buy from Recommended Stores?

Shipping Disruptions to the Middle East- Operational Updates

UPS Shipping Services Resume March 2026

Update to the Service Fee for Mercari Shops and JDirectItems Auction

Mandatory VAT Pre-Charge for EU, Norway and UK Shipments Starting March 2026

Important Update: FedEx U.S. Shipments Now Sent Under DDP Terms

Introducing Cross-Site Search on ZenMarket (Beta)

Changes to U.S. Customs Duty-Free Threshold

Sora & BoxHead Yonkoma Comic Series

Small Wonders: Exploring the Fascinating World of Japanese Miniatures

The fusion of Western and Japanese styles in contemporary fashion

Washi Tape: Everyone’s Favorite Japanese Crafting Material

The Role of Technology in Japanese Luxury Fashion

Value Added Tax (Importation Tax) Pre-charge for Swiss Parcels (Updated December 2025)

How to buy and ship guitars from Japan with ZenMarket

The Intersection of Japanese Aesthetics and Haute Couture

How to incorporate Japanese street style into your wardrobe

How To Buy Bearbrick Online

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