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JapanCart Officially Launched on Aug 18, 2026!

On Aug 18, 2026, the proxy shopping service JapanCart, which allows you to purchase Japanese products from overseas, officially launched.

JapanCart is a service that purchases products sold in Japanese online shops on your behalf and ships them to your overseas address.

  • The product you want does not support international shipping
  • You cannot purchase because you do not have a Japanese address or payment method
  • You want to consolidate items from multiple shops into one shipment

JapanCart supports these needs.

What is JapanCart?

Simply send the URL or product information of the item you want to purchase, and JapanCart will buy it, receive it at a warehouse in Japan, and then ship it overseas.

From placing an order to payment and tracking shipment status, everything can be easily managed from your personal account page.

Recommended for

  • People who want to purchase Japanese products from overseas
  • People who want to use shops that do not support international shipping
  • People who want to buy Japan-exclusive products
  • People who want to consolidate multiple items into one shipment
  • People who are not confident with purchasing procedures in Japanese

How to Use JapanCart

1. Submit a Product Request

After registering as a member, enter the URL, color, size, quantity, and other details of the product you want to purchase.

2. Confirm the Quote and Make Payment

Check the product price, domestic shipping fee, proxy service fee, and other costs, then make the payment.

3. JapanCart Purchases the Product

After confirming your payment, JapanCart purchases the product and receives it at a warehouse in Japan.

4. Pay International Shipping Fee

Based on the weight and size after packaging, we will inform you of the international shipping cost.

5. Shipment Overseas

After confirming payment of the international shipping fee, the package will be shipped to your address.

Consolidated Shipping Available

Items purchased from different shops can be collected at a warehouse in Japan and shipped together overseas.

This may reduce international shipping costs compared to shipping items individually.

Depending on the size and type of items, they may be shipped in multiple packages.

Proxy Service Fee

The JapanCart proxy service fee is generally 15% of the applicable amount.

The minimum fee is 10 USD.

The actual cost can be confirmed in the estimate before purchasing the product.

Available Shipping Methods

  • DHL
  • FedEx
  • EMS

Shipping methods vary depending on the destination country and the contents of the shipment.

Available shipping options and costs will be provided after the items are packaged.

JCP Points

With JapanCart, you can earn JCP Points based on your usage.

Points are awarded after the delivery of eligible orders and can be used for future payments.

1 JCP is equivalent to 0.10 USD.

Items That Cannot Be Purchased or Shipped

Due to laws and shipping carrier regulations, some items cannot be purchased or shipped overseas.

Examples include hazardous materials, flammable items, certain pharmaceuticals, weapons, perishable foods, and items restricted for import/export.

If you are unsure whether an item can be purchased, please contact JapanCart in advance.

Customs Duties and Import Taxes

Customs duties, import taxes, VAT, and customs clearance fees may be charged upon delivery.

These costs are generally the responsibility of the customer.

Since taxes and import conditions vary by country, please check the rules of your destination country in advance.

Bringing Japanese Products Closer to You

JapanCart aims to make it easier to purchase Japanese products from overseas.

Membership registration is free.

Once you find a product you want to purchase, prepare the product page URL and submit your request through JapanCart.

We deliver your favorite Japanese fashion, cosmetics, goods, hobby items, and more to your doorstep overseas.

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