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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

Top Japanese Online Shops for Anime/Manga Merch

A lot of you have been asking us, "What are the best Japanese online shopping sites to buy anime & manga from?". Here are our top 20 Japanese sites for anime or manga.

Article | 19/07/2024 | shopping , Anime

Guide to Japanese Figure Types: Scales, Nendoroids & More

Figma vs. Nendoroid vs. Scale figures? Discover the different types of Japanese figures and learn how to choose the perfect one for your collection!

Article | 18/07/2024 | Anime , Toys/Game , figure

What are the best Anime Figure Brands?

Discover the best anime figure brands for your collection. Explore what makes these top brands special and learn how to buy authentic figures .

Article | 18/07/2024 | Anime

How to Buy Anime Figures from Japan Online

Are you an anime fan looking to expand your collection of anime figures? If so, here are the best ways to buy anime figures from Japan.

Article | 18/07/2024 | Anime

Singapore GST (Updated April 2026)

See how the Singapore Government's changes to Goods & Services Taxes will affect ZenMarket parcels bound for Singapore.

News | 16/07/2024 | News

Top Expensive Anime Figures Ever Sold (Up to $200K+)

Discover the most expensive anime figures of all time! From life-size statues to the $200k Gold Gundam, explore the rarest Japanese collectibles now.

Article | 12/07/2024 | Anime

How to Buy Blue Period Merch from Air TWOKYO Japan

Shop exclusive, authentic anime merchandise from series like Attack on Titan and Blue Period at Air TWOKYO. Follow our guide to easily buy unique items !

Article | 12/07/2024 | Anime , Tutorial

Pre-paid Malaysian Sales Tax on Low Valued Goods (LVG)

ZenMarket pre-charges 10% sales tax on LVG to Malaysia, read this article to learn how it works.

News | 05/07/2024 |

What is included in ZenMarket Invoicing Documents?

Read this article to learn more about how to download the invoice for your parcel and what is included in the invoicing documents.

News | 05/07/2024 | News

(2025 September Updated) Changes for parcels bound for Australia: GST

ZenMarket now collects GST on shipments to Australia due to updated laws. Shop your favorite Japanese goods and enjoy seamless international shipping!

News | 21/06/2024 |

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