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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

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 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

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

DHL Shipments to Canada Temporarily Suspended

Starting June 18, 2025, DHL has suspended all shipments to Canada until further notice. Find out more in our blog.

News | 20/06/2025 | News , shipping

Fashion Weeks: Japan's Impact on Global Luxury

Japan is redefining global luxury with innovation, craftsmanship, and cultural influence. Explore the best of Japanese fashion through ZenMarket.

Article | 12/06/2025 | Fashion , j-fashion

Japanese Summer Festivals

Don't miss out on Japanese summer festivals! If you ever visit Japan, join these vibrant matsuri for a great summer time in Japan.

Article | 06/06/2025 | Japanese Culture

How to buy from Hard Off Japan

Discover a treasure trove for second-hand home appliances, musical instruments, and games | Introduction to Japan's HARD OFF and purchasing instructions

Article | 06/06/2025 | Tutorial

Best Anime Mobile Games from Japan and China in 2025

The mobile gaming industry is booming, with anime games from Japan, China, and South Korea playing a major role. Many are hugely popular, and studios are working hard to attract new players. So, which ones are worth playing in 2025? Find out in our top list.

Article | 06/06/2025 | Anime , games

Japan Shopping Service

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

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

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

ZenMarket U.S. Shipping Update: Ship 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 EU, UK & Norway VAT Pre-Charge: March 2026 Update

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

DHL Shipments to Canada Temporarily Suspended

Fashion Weeks: Japan's Impact on Global Luxury

Japanese Summer Festivals

How to buy from Hard Off Japan

Best Anime Mobile Games from Japan and China in 2025

Japanese Embroidery: Sashiko & Luxury Fashion Trends

Japanese Figures: Marvel, Anime & More at ROBOTROBOT

Everything you need to know about Japanese skincare

Japan’s Detail Obsession: Influencing Global Luxury Trends

Shop Japan Golf Clubs & Bags: Top Picks & Used Equipment Guide

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