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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

Kim Kardashian's Japan Finds: Barbie Movie Chanel Collar & More

Explore Kim Kardashian's Japan shopping trip, where she acquired an iconic Chanel collar, worn by Margot Robbie in the Barbie movie. Learn how ZenMarket's proxJDirectItems Shopping service can help you access luxury fashion items from Japan yourself!

Article | 31/08/2023 | Chanel

A Complete History of Comiket

A complete history of Comiket. When did Comiket started? Why did Comiket become big? Where did Comiket took place? All questions to everything about Comiket in Japan answered.

Article | 29/08/2023 | Anime/Manga

Top 5 Recommendations for Japanese Coffee Beans

Top 5 Japanese Coffee Beans to help you relax! This blog will teach you basics on how to choose the best Japanese coffee and our top 5 recommendations for coffee beans made in Japan. Shop with ZenMarket to buy the best products in Japan.

Article | 28/08/2023 | Food , Ranking

How To Buy From Urban Research Japan

Urban Research is one of the most popular lifestyle brands who has over 50 selection shops in Japan. We will show you a step-by-step guide on how to buy from Urban Research Japan online store without the hassle of knowing Japanese. You can purchase a wide range of products such as fashion goods, kidswear, accessories, swimwear, kimonos, sports goods, home decor, furniture and so much more! Before adding goods to your cart, remember to sign up for a ZenMarket account!

Article | 25/08/2023 | Fashion , Tutorial

How to buy from Wagakki Ichiba

Wagakkiichiba is a 90-year-old Japanese shop that sells high-quality traditional instruments. From shamisens to kotos to drums, they have it all. Learn how to buy from them through ZenMarket here.

Article | 17/08/2023 |

Introducing ZenPoints

Say hello to ZenPoints - a brand-new system designed exclusively for shipping payments.

News | 09/08/2023 |

The Ultimate Guide to Comiket

Read and learn everything you need to know about Comiket's history, activities, dates and many more. We delved deeper for all the information we can find about Comiket for everyone who is interested in going to Comiket or just out of curiosity alone.

Article | 02/08/2023 | Anime , Anime/Manga , manga

BLOGGER, YOUTUBER, INFLUENCER? BECOME A ZENMARKET AFFILIATE!

Join ZenMarket's affiliate program and earn money! Explore ZenMarket's Affiliate Program in Japan! Join our affiliate network to monetize your online presence. Gain insights into exclusive collaborations and influencer opportunities. Start earning today!

News | 06/07/2023 |

A new font for our logo!

As part of our continuous growth and integration within the ZenGroup ecosystem, we are thrilled to unveil a modernized font for our logo. This blog post will take you through the details of this significant update and how it reflects our commitment to innovation and superior customer experience.

News | 03/07/2023 |

The Juice is Loose: How to Avoid The Latest Pokémon Card Scam

With the advent of Pokémon card unboxing influencers, the Pokémon Card investment market has grown astronomically. Unfortunately, this has also attracted the attention of scammers looking to take advantage of Pokémon card enthusiasts. Our guide walks you through how to avoid falling victim to the latest Juice scam.