Shipping & Duties

We ship authentic Japanese trading cards, books, magazines, collectibles, sealed products, toys, and figures from Japan to collectors around the world.

Most international orders are shipped under DDU / Delivered Duty Unpaid terms. However, eligible U.S. orders of USD $800 or less are handled under DDP / Delivered Duty Paid terms at checkout.

U.S. orders up to $800

DDP / Duties Paid at Checkout

For eligible U.S. orders with a product value of USD $800 or less, import duties are prepaid at checkout. The amount may appear in the shipping line because Shopify applies this prepaid duty amount through the shipping method.

If your order is eligible for this DDP shipping method, no additional import duty payment is required upon delivery.

Other international orders

DDU / Duties Paid by Buyer

For countries outside the United States, and for U.S. orders over USD $800, import duties, VAT, GST, customs fees, brokerage fees, and other local charges are not included at checkout.

These charges may be collected by the carrier or local customs authority before or upon delivery.

Shipping from Japan

All products are carefully packed and shipped from Japan. We currently use Japan Post, FedEx, and DHL depending on the destination country, package condition, and available shipping service.

Tracking information will be provided by email once your order has been shipped.

Handling Time Usually within 10 business days.

Pre-Order Items Ships sequentially after the official release date.

Japan Post Delivery Estimated delivery time is usually 3–15 business days after dispatch.

For U.S. Customers

U.S. orders of USD $800 or less are handled as DDP

For eligible U.S. orders with a product value of USD $800 or less, we collect the applicable prepaid duty amount at checkout based on the order value. This amount may be displayed as part of the shipping method or shipping charge.

This allows the order to be shipped from Japan under DDP / Delivered Duty Paid terms. For these eligible orders, duties are prepaid and no additional duty payment is required upon delivery.

1. U.S. address The DDP option applies only to eligible U.S. delivery addresses.

2. Product value up to $800 The prepaid duty amount is calculated by the order value range.

3. Duties prepaid No additional duty payment is required upon delivery for eligible DDP orders.

If your U.S. order exceeds USD $800, the order may not be eligible for the DDP shipping method. In that case, import duties, customs fees, and other charges may be collected by the carrier or U.S. customs authority.

About DDU / Delivered Duty Unpaid

DDU means that import duties, VAT, GST, customs fees, brokerage fees, and other local charges are not paid at checkout. These charges may be collected by the carrier or local customs authority when the package arrives in your country.

Except for eligible U.S. DDP orders of USD $800 or less, the buyer is responsible for all import-related charges required by the destination country.

Important: Import charges may vary depending on declared value, item category, destination country, customs classification, and local regulations. The information below is provided as a general reference only.

Estimated Import Duties, VAT & Taxes by Country

The table below provides a general guide for the countries we currently ship to. Final charges are determined by the local customs authority or carrier, except for eligible U.S. DDP orders where duties are prepaid at checkout.

Country / Region	Checkout Duty Status	VAT / GST / Sales Tax	Duties / Tariffs	General Notes
United States	DDP only for eligible orders up to USD $800. Orders over USD $800 are generally DDU.	No VAT or GST.	For eligible U.S. orders up to USD $800, duties are prepaid at checkout through the shipping method.	The checkout shipping charge may include prepaid duty. All orders still ship from Japan.
Singapore	DDU	GST may apply, generally 9%.	Duties may apply depending on item type.	GST and import charges may be based on the value of the goods, shipping, insurance, and customs assessment.
South Korea	DDU	VAT may apply, generally 10%.	Duties may apply depending on item category and declared value.	Charges are usually collected by the carrier or customs authority.
Taiwan	DDU	VAT / business tax may apply, generally 5%.	Duties may apply depending on item category and declared value.	Low-value thresholds and customs handling may vary depending on the shipment.
Hong Kong	DDU	No general VAT / GST for most goods.	No general customs duty for most goods.	Some special goods may be subject to excise duties, but ordinary collectibles are generally not subject to VAT or customs duty.
Ireland	DDU	VAT may apply, generally 23%.	Duties may apply depending on item category and declared value.	EU import rules apply. VAT is generally collected on imported commercial goods.
United Kingdom	DDU	VAT may apply, generally 20%.	Duties may apply depending on item category and declared value.	VAT and customs clearance fees may be collected by the carrier or customs authority.
Italy	DDU	VAT may apply, generally 22%.	Duties may apply depending on item category and declared value.	EU import rules apply. Customs processing fees may also be charged by the carrier.
Austria	DDU	VAT may apply, generally 20%.	Duties may apply depending on item category and declared value.	EU import rules apply. Charges may be collected before or upon delivery.
Netherlands	DDU	VAT may apply, generally 21%.	Duties may apply depending on item category and declared value.	EU import rules apply. Carrier handling or brokerage fees may also apply.
Switzerland	DDU	VAT may apply, generally 8.1%.	Duties and customs clearance fees may apply.	Switzerland has its own customs rules and is not part of the EU customs area.
Germany	DDU	VAT may apply, generally 19%.	Duties may apply depending on item category and declared value.	EU import rules apply. Fees may be collected by the carrier or customs authority.
Norway	DDU	VAT may apply, generally 25%.	Duties may apply depending on item category and declared value.	Norway is not part of the EU customs area and has separate import rules.
France	DDU	VAT may apply, generally 20%.	Duties may apply depending on item category and declared value.	EU import rules apply. Customs and carrier handling fees may also apply.
Canada	DDU	GST / HST / PST may apply, depending on province.	Duties may apply depending on item category, origin, and declared value.	Sales tax rates vary by province. Carrier brokerage or disbursement fees may also apply.
Australia	DDU	GST may apply, generally 10%.	Duties may apply depending on item category and declared value.	For higher-value imports, GST, customs duty, and clearance charges may be collected from the importer.

Declared Value & Import Charge Questions

If you have any questions about declared value, estimated import charges, DDU, or eligible U.S. DDP orders, please contact us before placing your order.

Need Help Before Ordering?

If you are unsure about duties, taxes, VAT, GST, DDU, DDP, or declared value, please contact us before placing your order. We will do our best to provide general guidance based on your destination country and order details.

FAQ

Are duties and taxes included at checkout?

For most international orders, no. Most orders are shipped under DDU / Delivered Duty Unpaid terms. However, eligible U.S. orders with a product value of USD $800 or less are handled under DDP / Delivered Duty Paid terms, and duties are prepaid at checkout.

Why does checkout show a shipping charge for some U.S. orders?

For eligible U.S. DDP orders, the checkout shipping line may include a prepaid duty amount based on the order value. This is used to prepay duties and does not mean the item is shipped from within the United States. All orders are shipped from Japan.

Will U.S. customers be charged duties again upon delivery?

For eligible U.S. DDP orders of USD $800 or less, duties are prepaid at checkout and no additional duty payment is required upon delivery.

What happens if my U.S. order is over USD $800?

U.S. orders over USD $800 may not be eligible for the DDP shipping method. Import duties, customs fees, and other charges may be collected by the carrier or U.S. customs authority.

Who pays import duties, VAT, GST, and customs fees for non-U.S. orders?

For non-U.S. orders, the buyer is responsible for any import-related charges required by the destination country.

Where do orders ship from?

All orders are shipped from Japan.

How long does handling take?

Our standard handling time is usually within 10 business days. Pre-order items will be shipped sequentially after the official release date.

How long does Japan Post delivery take?

Japan Post delivery usually takes approximately 3–15 business days after dispatch, depending on the destination country and customs clearance.

Can you estimate my import charges?

We can provide general guidance, but the final amount is determined by your local customs authority or carrier, except for eligible U.S. DDP orders where duties are prepaid at checkout. Please contact us before ordering if you would like to ask about estimated import charges.