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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

How To Buy From Momotaro Jeans

Momotaro Jeans is considered the holy grail of Japanese denim jeans! Read our blog to find out why Momotaro Jeans are so highly-coveted and how to buy them.

Article | 08/05/2019 | Tutorial , Fashion

8 Japanese Star Wars Goods You Must Get

Celebrate Star Wars Day with unique Japanese items! Shop quirky collectibles, from Samurai figures to bento boxes. Discover the perfect gift for every fan.

Article | 01/05/2019 | Pop culture

FAQ Customs Fees

Customs fees and duties can be confusing! In our latest FAQ, we help you understand why and how customs fees and paid.

Article | 01/05/2019 | Tutorial

JIKKO KNIVES: THE FINEST JAPANESE CUTLERY

With 110 years of experience, Jikko crafts some of the highest quality knives in the world. Learn why these Japanese knives are so unique in our latest blog.

Article | 16/04/2019 | Food

How To Buy From Sanrio Japan Online

Shop exclusive Sanrio Japan kawaii merchandise with ZenMarket. Buy your favorite character items directly from Japan. Check our tutorial to start shopping!

Article | 12/04/2019 | Tutorial

ZenMarket 5th Anniversary Mega Giveaway Winners

Thank you for participating in our 5th Anniversary Mega Giveaway! Here are the winners...

Article | 09/04/2019 | Giveaway , anniversary

The Story of ZenMarket

Take a look back at our past 5 years! We've had many amazing milestones and we're excited for what's next.

Article | 05/04/2019 | anniversary

Do You Know How To Use ZenMarket Quiz (Answers!)

Need help with our Do You Know How To Use ZenMarket quiz? We explain the answers here!

Article | 05/04/2019 | anniversary

Do You Know How To Use ZenMarket?

How much do you really know how to use ZenMarket? Test your knowledge with our quiz! Who knows, you might get just a little bonus if you do well enough!

Article | 04/04/2019 | anniversary

ZenMarket 5th Anniversary Mega Giveaway!

ZenMarket is turning the big FIVE! To thank you for your continued support, we are holding a massive giveaway. Find out more here!

Article | 04/04/2019 | Giveaway , anniversary

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