The holidays are here, and the ZenMarket team is feeling incredibly generous. We know you have a Japan wishlist a mile long, and this year, we want to make those dreams come true.
We aren't just buying your wishlist item for you. We are taking care of the biggest hurdle in international shopping: The Shipping.
Introducing the ZenMarket Holiday Treasure Hunt.
We are picking 18 WINNERS worldwide to receive their dream item from Japan, delivered to their door, completely on us.
The Mission: Find Your Treasure 🕵️♀️
To enter, you have to prove you can find the best hidden gems in Japan.
We don't want you to just search one store. The beauty of ZenMarket is that you can search Amazon Japan, Rakuten, and Mercari simultaneously to find the best deals.
The Prize Rules:
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We will buy you ANY item you can find on ZenMarket.
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The item price must be listed for ¥10,000 JPY or less.
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We will cover the International Shipping cost for free. ✈️
How to Find an Eligible Item (Crucial Step!)
To enter, you must find an item under the ¥10,000 limit. Here is the fastest way to do it using our powerful search tools:
Step 1: Go to the Search Bar Head to the ZenMarket homepage. Type in what you are looking for (e.g., "Pikachu plush," "G-Shock watch," "KitKat variety pack").
Step 2: Use Cross-Site Search Don't limit yourself! Make sure you check the tabs for Amazon, Rakuten, and especially Mercari for rare second-hand finds.
Step 3: Filter by Price (Very Important!) On the search results page, look for the "Price" filter on the sidebar (or under the "Filter" button on mobile).
Step 4: Capture Your Treasure Found the perfect item under ¥10k? Take a screenshot of the page or copy the URL (link). You will need this to enter!
Where to Enter 🏆
We are picking 3 WINNERS from each of our social media platforms for a total of 18 winners.
Want to increase your chances? You can enter on ALL platforms! Click the links below to go directly to the entry posts:
📸 Enter on INSTAGRAM
Go to our latest Reel/Post. Comment that you found your item and tag 2 friends. For a bonus entry, share your found item to your Story using the "Add Yours" sticker! 👉 [Link to Instagram Post]
🎵 Enter on TIKTOK
Use the Green Screen effect with a screenshot of the item you found and tell us why it's on your wishlist! Don't forget the hashtag #ZenMarketWishlist. 👉 [Link to TikTok Profile/Video]
📘 Enter on FACEBOOK
Reply to our pinned post with a screenshot or the link to your treasure. 👉 [Link to Facebook Post]
🧵 Enter on THREADS
Quote Repost our giveaway thread with the link or image of your item. 👉 [Link to Threads Post]
☁️ Enter on BLUESKY
Reply to our giveaway post with your find. 👉 [Link to BlueSky Post]
🤖 Enter on REDDIT (r/ZenMarket)
Comment your Item Code or URL in the official stickied megathread. 👉 [Link to Reddit Post]
Need Inspiration?
What can you get for ¥10,000? A lot!
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Anime Fans: Rare second-hand figures on Mercari, full manga sets, or cosplay accessories.
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Gamers: Retro games, Japanese exclusive controllers, or Pokémon Center merchandise.
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Foodies: Massive variety packs of regional KitKats, instant ramen bowls, or unique Japanese snacks.
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Fashion: Streetwear pieces on Rakuten or vintage accessories.
The hunt begins NOW. Good luck!
Terms and Conditions:
Campaign Dates: December 24th, 2026 ~ January 9th
Eligibility:
Open worldwide, except for countries where we do not ship.
Participants must be 18 years or older (or have parent/guardian permission).
The Prize:
ZenMarket will purchase the selected item. The item value must be listed at 10,000 JPY or less at the time of the giveaway closing.
Shipping Included: ZenMarket will cover the cost of international shipping to the winner's address using the most appropriate shipping method available for that region.
Total Winners: 18 Winners (3 selected from each platform: IG, TikTok, FB, Threads, BlueSky, Reddit).
Entry Requirements:
Participants must follow the specific entry instructions for the platform they are using.
Participants must use the ZenMarket Cross-Site Search tool to find their item.
Customs & Duties:
While ZenMarket covers the item and shipping costs, any local import duties, VAT, or customs taxes charged by the destination country are the sole responsibility of the winner.
Availability:
If the winning item is sold out or prohibited for export, the winner will be asked to select an alternative item of equal or lesser value.
Winner Announcement: Winners will be announced by January 15th. Winners will be contacted via Direct Message or Comment Reply from the Official ZenMarket account only.
Beware of scams: We will never ask for your credit card details to claim a prize.
How to Double-Check If Your Country is available for shipping:
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Go to the ZenMarket Shipping Calculator.
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Select your Country from the dropdown menu.
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If your country is not in the list, we do not ship there at all.
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If your country IS in the list, click "Search." If no shipping methods appear (or only "Surface" appears), it means air shipping is currently suspended.