Blog

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

7 of the Best Japanese Watch Brands that Money can Buy

Discover the best Japanese watches available. Check out our guide to find everything you need to know about getting the top Japanese timepieces.

Article | 01/08/2021 |

Can Tamagotchi Die from Being Overweight: [Key Tips]

Learn if feeding your Tamagotchi too much can be dangerous. Check out our blog for everything you need to know about feeding your Tamagotchi safely!

Article | 31/07/2021 | Tamagotchi

Are Pokemon Cards Worth More Than Yugioh? (Helpful Answer)

Discover which cards are worth more: Pokemon or Yu-Gi-Oh? Learn the key differences between these two iconic trading card games and find out their true value.

Article | 30/07/2021 | Trading Cards Games

Who is Sawano Hiroyuki: [Songs, Lyrics, Anime, Collaborations]

Learn everything about Sawano Hiroyuki, the famous composer behind hit anime like Attack on Titan. Check out our blog for the ultimate guide to his work!

Article | 19/07/2021 | Music

Who is One Ok Rock: [Popularity, Members, Merch]

Want to know more about the Japanese sensation that is One OK Rock? Check out our blog post for everything you need to know about the music super starts!

Article | 13/07/2021 | Music

What is Mochi: A Complete Guide to Mochi

Interested in Japanese Mochi? Finding out everything you need to know about this delicious Japanese treat

Article | 14/06/2021 | Japanese food

What is Babymetal: [Genre, Age, Idols, Popularity, Fans]

Interested in the world phenomenon BabyMetal? Learn everything you need to know to get started with the musical powerhouse that is Babymetal!

Article | 14/06/2021 | Music

Japanese Decora Fashion Alive or Dead: Helpful Guide

Explore Decora fashion from Japan! Learn if this vibrant trend is still popular and discover everything you need to know in our blog. Read more now.

Article | 14/06/2021 | Fashion

19 Must-Buy Makeup in Japan [Shopping Guide]

Interested in Japanese makeup? Check some of our recommendations for a few of the best recommendations for makeup to buy from Japan.

Article | 10/06/2021 | Cosmetics

Japanese Green Tea Kit Kat: Best 10 Matcha Kit Kat Flavors

A fan of Green Tea and Matcha flavor treats? Check out all of the different Kit Kat flavors on offer from Japan and decide which is your favorite.

Article | 09/06/2021 | Japanese food

Japan Shopping Service