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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

Are You Ready Hunters? Diving Headfirst Into Monster Hunter

Are you wondering why Monster Hunter was voted one of the best games ever? We dive headfirst into what we love about the series.

Article | 05/08/2019 | zenplus , gaming

Why Are Retro Games Making A Comeback?

Many games like Crash Bandicoot and Final Fantasy 7 are being remade for current consoles. Discover which childhood classics are returning!

Article | 02/08/2019 | zenplus , retro-gaming , Toys/Game , Game

8 Things You Must Know About Obon

Obon is one of Japan's most important festivals. Learn how families across the country celebrate & find everything you need to know about Obon traditions.

Article | 02/08/2019 | Japanese Culture

South Korea Courier Shipping Changes

Due to import regulation changes in South Korea, shipping with courier services will be temporarily suspended in September 2019.

News | 01/08/2019 | News

6 Crazy Things About Japanese Supermarkets

Japanese grocery stores differ from your usual supermarket you know! Our ZenPlus team made a list of the six craziest things, so you don't have to.

Article | 29/07/2019 | zenplus , Food

How To Buy From Rakuten Japan: A Complete Guide

Shop Rakuten Japan, the largest e-commerce marketplace, with ease. Discover everything you need and buy directly using ZenMarket. Read our guide now!

Article | 26/07/2019 | Tutorial

The Official SNK Store on ZenPlus

Shop the official SNK store on ZenPlus! Get all the latest SNK goods and authentic merch shipped worldwide directly from our site. Start your collection .

Article | 25/07/2019 | gaming , zenplus

Let The Auditions Begin! What Is Revue Starlight!?

Discover Revue Starlight, the franchise spanning anime, manga, and games. Explore the world of the Stage Girls on all platforms!

Article | 24/07/2019 | zenplus , Anime

Understanding Japan’s Mascot Obsession

Discover why Japan's thousands of cute mascots are so popular and how the government is managing their numbers. Explore the fascinating world of yuru-chara!

Article | 18/07/2019 | Pop culture , zenplus

ZenMarket Summer Campaign! ¥100 Service Fees

Celebrate summer with ZenMarket! Enjoy 100JPY service fees on all auctions and stores from July 15-18. Shop now and save on Japanese goods!

News | 15/07/2019 | News

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