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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

Top Sites For Anime/Character Collaboration Goods

Looking for anime collaboration merchandise? Want to buy collaboration goods that are only available in Japan? Read more for where to shop online for anime and character collaboration goods in Japan.

Article | 20/09/2023 | Anime , Anime/Manga

17 Popular Lifestyle & Fashion Select Stores In Japan

"Select Shops " in Japan are a massive shop that offers a selection of lifestyle and fashion items. Discover popular select stores in Japan and pick your go-to shop for buying everything!

Article | 18/09/2023 | Fashion , shopping

Koto: The Sound of Traditional Japanese Courts

The Koto is one of Japan's most iconic traditional instruments, heard in movies, anime, modern songs and many more. Join us as we explore the Koto's rich history & cultural impact, from its origins through the centuries to its use in modern music today!

Article | 15/09/2023 | Music

Shamisen: The Japanese Banjo with an Iconic Twang

Have you ever wondered what instrument gives that unique-sounding twang to Japanese music? We explain all you need to know about the Japanese Shamisen right here!

Article | 15/09/2023 | Music

This Thing is a Flute! Introducing the Japanese Shō

Have you ever wondered what kind of music was performed for the ancient Imperial Court in Japan? This strange-shaped bamboo pipe mouth organ is one of the instruments used by the Imperial ensemble. Introducing: the Shō flute!

Article | 15/09/2023 | Music

Traditional Instruments From Japan

You've heard of Japan's rich musical culture and unique instruments, right? Here we'll introduce you to some of Japan's most-loved traditional musical instruments!

Article | 15/09/2023 | Music

Intro to NPB: Nippon Professional Baseball

Let's delve into the world of NPB: Nippon Professional Baseball, and get to know their origins and history with this blog article. Plus do you know you can get your hands on their merch such as baseball caps, gloves and more. Have a read!

Article | 14/09/2023 |

Top 19 Japanese Bag Brands You Should Know (All Made in Japan)

Discover premium Made in Japan bag brands. Shop our curated list of authentic Japanese handbags, from luxury leather to functional nylon. Explore now!

Article | 12/09/2023 | Handbags , Designer Bags

Avia Small - Japan Post Pricing updates (October 2023 )

From October 1st, there will be changes in the charges for Japan Post services, specifically affecting their AVIA_SM service. But fear not, because we've got some timely advice to ensure you make the most of your budget when buying Japanese products from abroad.

News | 11/09/2023 |

The History of Godzilla: Japan's Most Famous Kaiju

Did you know that Godzilla is not just a fire-breathing monster? There's deeper meanings behind this dinosaur-whale looking kaiju (monster in Japanese). In this blog, you can read about the interesting history of Godzilla and its cultural importance in Japan's cinematic development. FUN FACT: Godzilla holds official Japanese citizenship!

Article | 07/09/2023 | movie , Japanese Culture

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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

Top Sites For Anime/Character Collaboration Goods

17 Popular Lifestyle & Fashion Select Stores In Japan

Koto: The Sound of Traditional Japanese Courts

Shamisen: The Japanese Banjo with an Iconic Twang

This Thing is a Flute! Introducing the Japanese Shō

Traditional Instruments From Japan

Intro to NPB: Nippon Professional Baseball

Top 19 Japanese Bag Brands You Should Know (All Made in Japan)

Avia Small - Japan Post Pricing updates (October 2023 )

The History of Godzilla: Japan's Most Famous Kaiju

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