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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

The 6 Best Retro Mini Japanese Consoles

Retro gaming is back! We compared Japanese retro mini consoles to their US counterparts. Discover the must-own consoles in our compiled list.

Article | 14/08/2019 | zenplus , gaming

ZenPlus x Studio Ghibli Giveaway

Our epic Spirited Away giveaway has come to an end! We have checked through all the hundreds of entries, and have randomly awarded the prize to...

Article | 13/08/2019 | zenplus , Anime , Giveaway

4 Affordable Pilot Fountain Pens For Beginners

Discover our top 4 favorite fountain pens for everyday note-taking. Perfect for the back-to-school season, find your new favorite stationery!

Article | 10/08/2019 | zenplus , stationery

10 Japanese Products For Cat Lovers

Discover adorable Japanese cat-themed merchandise! Show off your love for feline friends with our list of must-buy items for every cat lover. Shop now.

Article | 08/08/2019 | Japanese Product

Are You Ready Hunters? Diving Headfirst Into Monster Hunter

Are you wondering why Monster Hunter was voted one of the best games ever? We dive headfirst into what we love about the series.

Article | 05/08/2019 | zenplus , gaming

Why Are Retro Games Making A Comeback?

Many games like Crash Bandicoot and Final Fantasy 7 are being remade for current consoles. Discover which childhood classics are returning!

Article | 02/08/2019 | zenplus , retro-gaming , Toys/Game , Game

8 Things You Must Know About Obon

Obon is one of Japan's most important festivals. Learn how families across the country celebrate & find everything you need to know about Obon traditions.

Article | 02/08/2019 | Japanese Culture

South Korea Courier Shipping Changes

Due to import regulation changes in South Korea, shipping with courier services will be temporarily suspended in September 2019.

News | 01/08/2019 | News

6 Crazy Things About Japanese Supermarkets

Japanese grocery stores differ from your usual supermarket you know! Our ZenPlus team made a list of the six craziest things, so you don't have to.

Article | 29/07/2019 | zenplus , Food

How To Buy From Rakuten Japan: A Complete Guide

Shop Rakuten Japan, the largest e-commerce marketplace, with ease. Discover everything you need and buy directly using ZenMarket. Read our guide now!

Article | 26/07/2019 | Tutorial

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