Buy from Japan and ship to Italy
Shop Amazon Japan, Mercari, Rakuten and thousands of Japanese stores even if they do not ship to Italy. We buy for you or receive your orders in Osaka, combine them into one package and ship it to you.
How to buy from Japan in Italy
1. Choose how to buy
With our shopping agent we buy for you from ¥500 per item. With the forwarding service you use our Osaka address (¥1,000 per package received).
2. We receive it in Osaka
We store your purchases for free with no time limit and combine them into one package to save on shipping.
3. We ship it to Italy
Choose a shipping method, pay the quote and track your package until it arrives.
Shipping methods from Japan to Italy
| Method | Estimated time | Weight | From (1 kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | 14–21 days | 300 g to 2 kg | ¥3,100 |
| EMS (recommended) | 7–10 days | 500 g to 30 kg | ¥4,900 |
| DHL Express | 2–4 days | 500 g to 10 kg | ¥7,151 |
Reference prices for 1 kg (October 2026). They may change; the calculator shows the exact price for your package.
Duties and customs
For assisted purchases up to €150 sent by post (EMS or Economy), taxes are prepaid with your shipment: import VAT on goods and shipping, a €3 EU duty per item and, from 1 November 2026, a €2 EU handling fee per item. Nothing is due on delivery. With the forwarding service, boxes over €150 or DHL/UPS, taxes are paid on delivery plus the carrier fee.
What can be shipped
Perfumes cannot be shipped. Items with batteries, food, watches, jewelry and large, fragile or high-value items depend on the destination: message us before buying them.
Frequently asked questions
How much does shipping from Japan to Italy cost?
It depends on weight and method. Reference prices for 1 kg: Economy, from ¥3,100; EMS (recommended), from ¥4,900; DHL Express, from ¥7,151. Use our shipping calculator for the exact price.
How long does shipping from Japan to Italy take?
Economy: 14–21 days; EMS (recommended): 7–10 days; DHL Express: 2–4 days. Times are estimated from when the package leaves Japan.
Do I pay import duties when the package arrives in Italy?
For assisted purchases up to €150 sent by post (EMS or Economy), taxes are prepaid with your shipment: import VAT on goods and shipping, a €3 EU duty per item and, from 1 November 2026, a €2 EU handling fee per item. Nothing is due on delivery. With the forwarding service, boxes over €150 or DHL/UPS, taxes are paid on delivery plus the carrier fee.
Can I buy from Japanese stores that do not ship to Italy?
Yes. Our shopping agent buys for you from ¥500 per item, and with the forwarding service you receive your orders at our Osaka address for ¥1,000 per package. Then we ship everything to Italy.