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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

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

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

Starting Jan 23, all FedEx shipments to the US will be sent DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) to resolve billing issues with import taxes. Ensure smooth delivery now.

News | 16/01/2026 | News , shipping

Tokyo Revengers : The Characters & The Story

Tokyo Revengers is a unique Manga and Anime Series about strength, heartbreak, and the struggles of changing the past to make a better future.

Article | 23/05/2022 | Anime/Manga , Anime

SPY x FAMILY | What you need to know

SPY x FAMILY is one of the most entertaining new anime. Discover everything you need to know about the series before you jump in and start watching!

Article | 19/05/2022 | Anime , Anime/Manga

7 Weird Japanese Candies that you have to try

Find out what some of the weirdest candies companies in Japan have created!

Article | 01/05/2022 | Food

Is Himekaji Japanese Street Fashion? (What You Need to Know)

The Himekaji style is a unique style of Japanese Street Fashion that is distinct from similar styles such as Hime Gyaru and Roma Gyaru.

Article | 01/05/2022 | Fashion

Where to Buy Japanese Street Fashion [Stores To Know]

Want to know where to get your Japanese fashion from Japan. Check out our beginner's guide to where you can find Japanese fashion!

Article | 01/05/2022 | Fashion

Must have Japanese fashion in your collection

Interested in Japanese Fashion? Check out our blog post with 9 must-have Japanese fashion items!

Article | 29/04/2022 | Fashion

Turkish Version Launch

Turkish Language Version Launch

News | 13/04/2022 |

How to buy from JDirectItems Shopping: complete guide

Want to buy from JDirectItems but live outside Japan? Shop easily with our step-by-step guide on how to order and ship Japanese products worldwide.

Article | 08/04/2022 | JDirectItems Shopping , Tutorial

What Are the Different Types of Japanese Fashion?

Wanting to know more about Japanese fashion? Find out what some of the different types of Japanese fashion there are in our blog post!

Article | 25/03/2022 | Fashion

What is Visual Kei Fashion - Guide From Japan

Discover Japanese Visual Kei! Read our blog to learn about its origins, defining style, and unique substyles. Explore the world of J-Rock fashion.