How to buy from Rakuma (Rakuten) from overseas
Rakuma (楽天ラクマ) is Rakuten's second-hand marketplace app and one of the largest in Japan alongside Mercari. Individuals sell clothes, brands, figures, cards and collectibles, and you can often find there what has already sold out on Mercari. Rakuma only works with a Japanese account and ships within Japan, so you need a proxy like Aiyu Japan.
What you can buy
- Japanese clothing, bags and brands
- Anime figures and merch
- Pokémon, One Piece and other TCG cards
- Cosmetics and beauty products
- K-pop photocards and merch
- Collectibles no longer sold in stores
Why you need a proxy
Rakuma sellers are individuals who only ship within Japan and get paid through Japanese accounts. We buy for you, the seller ships to our Osaka warehouse, and we send it to your country, together with your Mercari or other purchases if you like.
How to buy, step by step
Copy the Rakuma listing link (fril.jp or item.fril.jp).
Send it to us from “Send Links” in your account. We check the listing and send you a quote: price + ¥500 per item.
Pay the quote by card, PayPal or your balance, and we buy the item.
The seller ships the item to Osaka. We send you a free photo and store it for free.
Whenever you are ready, request international shipping and choose the method.
Tips before you buy
- If a listing says 専用 (reserved), the seller has set it aside for someone else and it cannot be bought.
- Some sellers ask for a comment before purchase (購入前コメント必須). In that case it may take a little longer.
- Most listings include domestic shipping (送料込み). If not, it is added to your quote.
- Items are used: the seller's description and photos are what counts. If something is unclear, ask us before paying.
How much it costs
- Shopping service: ¥500 per item.
- Domestic shipping in Japan: only if the seller charges it.
- Storage in Osaka and standard consolidation: free.
- International shipping: by weight and volume, once your packages are in Osaka.
Frequently asked questions
Does Rakuma ship to my country?
No. Rakuma only works within Japan. With Aiyu Japan we buy for you, receive it in Osaka and ship it to you.
Is Rakuma the same as Rakuten?
Rakuma is Rakuten's second-hand app, where individuals sell. Rakuten Ichiba is the online mall of shops. We buy from both.
How much does it cost to buy from Rakuma with Aiyu Japan?
The item price, domestic shipping if not included, a ¥500 service fee per item and international shipping, calculated by weight and volume.
Can I combine Rakuma and Mercari purchases in one box?
Yes. We store everything for free in Osaka and standard consolidation is free, so you pay for one international shipment.