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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

The Best Japanese Gadgets for Home You Should Buy

Upgrade your home with the best Japanese gadgets for home. Click here to see the most impressive Japan-made home gadgets.

Article | 19/05/2023 | Home

New Low Cost Shipping Method - FedEx LowCost

New shipping method for cheaper express parcels bound for Asia. Say hello to FedEx LowCost today!

News | 17/04/2023 |

5 Places To Visit During Golden Week

Golden Week is a holiday period varying from 7 to 10 days in April and May. Here we'll introduce you to our top 5 places to visit during Golden Week.

Article | 05/04/2023 | Japanese Culture

How To Buy From The Pokémon Center Japan Online

Gotta Catch 'Em All? Now you can get Rare and Exclusive JAPAN ONLY Pokémon Merchandise from the Japan Pokémon Center. ZenMarket shows you HOW!

Article | 31/03/2023 | Tutorial , Pokémon

Buy ScoLar Clothing From Japan: Complete Web Store Guide

Love unique fashion? Learn how to buy from the ScoLar Web Store in Japan. Get exclusive retro designs and artistic prints shipped worldwide with ZenMarket.

Article | 23/03/2023 | Fashion , j-fashion

How to tell if a Gucci bag is fake?

Learn about some great precautions you can take when buying a Gucci bag to ensure you don't end up buying a fake.

Article | 18/03/2023 | Fashion , Handbags , Designer Bags

How to Tell if a Chanel Bag is Fake

Are you looking for a bargain on your next Chanel item, but want to make sure you get a good deal and not a fake bag? Here's what you should look out for to make sure you get the bag you want.

Article | 17/03/2023 |

The Most Weirdly Expensive Louis Vuitton Items

We all know that items from luxury brands like Luis Vuitton can cost a *lot* of money, but have you ever wondered just how expensive they can get? Here we'll introduce you to some of the rarest and most expensive items from Louis Vuitton's designers, and share some tips on how you could even get some of them yourself!

Article | 16/03/2023 |

Must-have Vintage Luxury Bags

You know the saying "'Out with the old, in with the new"? Well, turns out that's not quite how the luxury bag market works - Vintage often wins over newer designs! Here is a sampling of some of the most worth-having Vintage Luxury Bags.

Article | 15/03/2023 | Fashion , Designer Bags

How to make money by re-selling used handbags from Japan

This blog post outlines how to make money by reselling handbags from Japan, providing a step-by-step guide from research to marketing and sales. By following these steps and providing excellent customer service, readers can start a profitable handbag resale business.

Article | 10/03/2023 | Fashion , Handbags

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