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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

How To Buy Car Parts From Japan?

Check out our helpful guide on how to buy car parts from Japan.

Article | 29/10/2020 | Tutorial

How to Buy From Johnny's Japan: Arashi, SixTONES & King & Prince

A helpful guide on how to buy whatever you need from Johnny's Entertainment online store in Japan.

Article | 27/10/2020 |

7 Japanese Exclusive Game Consoles that Didn't Make it Overseas

Here are 7 Japanese exclusive game consoles that you won't find outside of Japan!

Article | 27/10/2020 | games , gaming , Game

Halloween Giveaway: Day of the Dolls!

No Tricks, All Treats. Join our FREE Halloween Giveaway!

Article | 26/10/2020 | Giveaway , Giveaways

Shounen vs Shoujo - What's the Difference?

This article will focus on shounen and shoujo and some of the key differences between them.

Article | 21/09/2020 | Anime , Anime/Manga

6 Top Tricks To Save On International Shipping From Japan

Save money on international shipping fees when buying from Japan. Check out these 6 essential tips to reduce costs on your next parcel from Japan .

Article | 31/08/2020 | shopping

100 New Local Payment Methods Added

We are welcoming dLocal Payments! Around 100 new payment methods have now been added to ZenMarket!

News | 26/08/2020 | News

SAL Shipping Status Notification

SAL will not be available anymore in the selection screen when creating your parcels, until officially resumed by the Japanese postal services. We'd like to ask you to consider an alternative shipping method available for your destination.

News | 21/08/2020 |

5 Best Anime Visual Novel Games to Try in 2020

Five anime visual novel games that both beginners and veterans of the genre should enjoy.

Article | 20/08/2020 | manga , Anime

How to Buy Light Novels From Japan (Easy Guide)

Learn how to order Japanese Light Novels directly from Japan with this comprehensive guide. Discover how to get your favorite titles even without an anime.

Article | 04/08/2020 | Anime/Manga

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