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Improvements to DDP system for Japan Post Shipments for EU and the US

DDP available for selected European destinations from October 2026.

News | 14/10/2026 |

U.S. Postal Shipping Available for Parcels of Any Value

ZenMarket now supports Japan Post shipping to the United States for parcels of any value through a prepaid import duty system.

News | 24/07/2026 | News

New: Selected Auctions for exclusive, hand-picked items from Japan

Discover Selected Auctions on ZenMarket — bid on curated items from Japan, from watches to apparel.

News | 20/07/2026 | selected auctions , Japanese Product , ZenMarket

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 |

ZenMarket U.S. Shipping Update: Ship 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

Get the latest updates on shipping disruptions in the Middle East. Track carrier suspensions, affected countries, and operational changes.

News | 12/03/2026 | News , shipping

UPS Shipping Services Resume March 2026

UPS international shipping services and payment options resume March 2, 2026. Book your new shipments and access UPS shipping options again starting !

News | 02/03/2026 | News

Update to the Service Fee for Mercari Shops and JDirectItems Auction

ZenMarket service fees are changing: JDirectItems Auction bids increase to 800 yen on May 1, and Mercari shops fees rise April 1. Stay updated and bid !

News | 26/02/2026 | News

Mandatory EU, UK & Norway VAT Pre-Charge: March 2026 Update

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

7 new payment methods available in ZenMarket!

We are happy to announce that we have implemented 7 new payment methods on ZenMarket! Get your products from Japan with Boleto, IDeal, Oxxo, SOFORT, Skrill, Yandex, and MORE!

News | 10/06/2020 |

DUCK DUDE Japan - Where To Buy Online (Guide)

If you are a fan of streetwear you may have heard of DUCK DUDE. Founded by B One Soul, DUCK DUDE has become a fan-favorite for streetwear lovers!

Article | 05/06/2020 | Fashion , blog

8 places you can use Bitcoin in Japan

Planning a trip to Japan? Discover the best places to spend your crypto coins with ZenMarket’s expert guide. Start your crypto-friendly journey!

Article | 03/06/2020 | News , Cryptocurrency

Rakuten Global Market Closure - [A Helpful Solution]

Learn how to buy from Rakuten Japan safely and reliably. Get answers to common questions and start placing your Rakuten Global orders!

Article | 28/05/2020 | rakuten

Makoto Shinkai's Best Movies: The Complete Guide

Explore a complete guide to the movies of Makoto Shinkai, the acclaimed director of Your Name. Discover every film he has both written and directed here.

Article | 27/05/2020 | blog , Anime

Found a Mask? Stay Safe with ZenMarket

If you received your parcel recently, you might have found something there that you didn’t expect...

News | 20/05/2020 | News

The 4 Strongest Reasons to Pay with Cryptocurrency

ZenMarket now offers cutting-edge digital transactions for all customers. Experience the future of international commerce and pay with cryptocurrency!

Article | 12/05/2020 | cryptocurrencies , coingate , bitcoin

Courier Shipping - 10% Off Extended

we are happy to announce today, that ZenMarket will continue to pay 10% of your courier shipping fees until May 31st!

News | 01/05/2020 | News

Learn Japanese Through Games: 5 Recommendations & Tips

Mastering Japanese kanji and grammar is tough. Discover the five best Japanese games to help you learn the language effectively in this comprehensive guide.

Article | 01/05/2020 | blog

120 Days of FREE Storage

We now have 120 days of FREE storage for items in our warehouse.

News | 30/04/2020 | News

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