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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

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

Starting Jan 23, all FedEx shipments to the US will be sent DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) to resolve billing issues with import taxes. Ensure smooth delivery now.

News | 16/01/2026 | News , shipping

Reach for the skies in the volleyball series, Haikyuu!!

Experience the thrilling growth of Karasuno High in Haikyuu. Follow their emotional journey to overcome obstacles and become No. 1 in Japan!

Article | 09/11/2019 | Anime , zenplus

How To Buy From ZOZOTOWN

Shop Japan's largest fashion retailer, ZOZOTOWN. Find popular streetwear brands like BAPE and WEGO. Learn how to buy from ZOZOTOWN in our simple tutorial!

Article | 08/11/2019 | Tutorial

SPOOKtacular Giveaway Winners

Thank you for participating in our SPOOOOOOKtacular giveaway! We've randomly generated our 10 lucky winners and they are...

News | 04/11/2019 | Giveaway

Fire Force: Magical Firefighting By The Creator of Soul Eater!

Find out everything you need to know about this fantastic upcoming anime from the creator of Soul Eater.

Article | 28/10/2019 | Anime , zenplus

ZenMarket SPOOKtacular Halloween Giveaway

Celebrate Halloween with ZenMarket's SPOOKtacular giveaway! From 24th October 4:00PM JST until 31st October 3:59PM JST, stand a chance to win one out of TEN available prizes.

News | 24/10/2019 | Giveaway

Persona 5: Phantom Thieves Take Your Heart!

Persona has been trending all around the world, but what is it all about? Here's a spoiler-free guide on what it is all about.

Article | 23/10/2019 | zenplus , Anime , gaming

The Promised Neverland, A Journey To Freedom.

Promised Neverland is one of the freshest, most intriguing and unique stories to be published by Jump. Find out what it is all about here.

Article | 16/10/2019 | Anime , zenplus

Are You A Fan Of Heroes? Check Out My Hero Academia!

Ever wanted to be a hero? Find out what it could be like in this amazing anime series.

Article | 09/10/2019 | Anime , zenplus

What are Nanoblocks?

Get your hands on Nanoblocks straight from Japan and enhance your collection. Want to find out how? ZenMarket has all the answers.

Article | 07/10/2019 | Toys/Game , zenplus , Nanoblocks

5 Cute But Strange Japanese Beauty Trends

Discover 5 of the cutest and strangest Japanese beauty trends and skincare gadgets. Explore unique innovations and find your new favorite beauty hack.

Article | 04/10/2019 | beauty , zenplus

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