JAPAN ANIME SHOTEN

Shipping Policy

Shipping Methods

  • International Destinations:
  • Asia, Europe, Canada, UK: Japan Post International ePacket Light or EMS (Express Mail Service)
  • USA: Commercial courier service (DHL, FedEx, or similar)
  • All items come with a tracking number
  • Note: Due to current postal restrictions, we use commercial courier services for shipments to the United States. This ensures reliable and trackable delivery.

Shipping Time

  • Orders are shipped within 5-7 business days after confirmation.
  • Delivery time after shipment:
  • Asia: 7-12 days
  • USA (courier): 5-10 days
  • Europe/Canada/UK: 10-16 days
  • Delivery times may vary depending on the destination country or region.
  • Delays may occur during busy seasons or due to customs inspections.

Tracking

  • A tracking number will be sent via email after shipment.
  • For Asia/Europe/Canada/UK: Track via Japan Post Tracking Service.
  • For USA: Track via courier company website (DHL, FedEx, etc.).
  • Tracking is also available via your local postal service.

Shipping Cost

  • All shipping costs are included in product prices.
  • Shipping will be displayed as 0 JPY at checkout.
  • No additional shipping fees at checkout.

Shipping Destinations

  • We currently ship to the following countries/regions:
  • Americas: USA, Canada
  • Europe: UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Portugal, Ireland, Greece
  • Asia: Taiwan, China, South Korea, Thailand, Singapore
  • Please contact us for shipping to other countries.

Customs & Import Taxes ⚠️

  • IMPORTANT: Customs duties and import taxes are NOT included in product prices.
  • Customs duties or import taxes may apply depending on your country's regulations.
  • All customs and import taxes are the buyer's responsibility.
  • You will be required to pay these fees directly to customs or the delivery carrier upon receipt.

🇺🇸 USA

  • No duty-free threshold (eliminated August 2025)
  • All shipments subject to customs duties: 0-7%
  • Processing fees: $5-30 per package
  • Most figure imports from Japan: 0% duty + processing fees

🇨🇦 Canada

  • Tax-free up to C$20 only
  • Duty: 0-8% above threshold
  • GST: 5% (always applied)
  • PST/HST: 5-15% (varies by province)
  • Typical total: 10-28% on most orders

🇬🇧 UK

  • Tax-free up to £135 (until December 31, 2026)
  • Duty: 0-4.5% above threshold
  • VAT: 20% (on orders above £135)
  • Note: Duty exemption will be removed by March 2029

🇪🇺 European Union

  • Tax-free up to €150 (transitioning to full duty by 2028)
  • Duty: 0-4.7%
  • VAT: 19-27% (varies by country)
  • Germany: 19%, France: 20%, Italy: 22%, Spain: 21%

🇨🇳 China

  • Tax-free up to ¥50 only ($7 USD)
  • Duty applies to almost all orders: 13-25%
  • Customs clearance is strict

🇹🇼 Taiwan

  • Tax-free up to NT$2,000 ($62 USD)
  • Duty: 5-10% above threshold
  • Relatively lenient customs

🇰🇷 South Korea

  • Tax-free up to $150
  • Duty: 8%
  • VAT: 10%
  • Typical total: 18% on orders above $150

🇹🇭 Thailand

  • Tax-free up to ฿1,500 ($43 USD)
  • Duty: 0-30% (varies significantly)
  • VAT: 7%
  • Customs enforcement varies

Important Notes

  • The above information is accurate as of February 2026.
  • Customs regulations change frequently - please check with your local customs for the latest information.
  • If you refuse to pay customs fees, the item will be returned to us.
  • Return shipping costs and re-shipment fees will be charged to the customer.
  • We are not responsible for any customs-related delays or confiscations.
  • Processing fees charged by carriers are separate from duties and taxes.

Undeliverable Items

  • Items returned due to unknown address or refusal of receipt will be returned to us.
  • Items returned due to refusal to pay customs duties will be subject to restocking fees.
  • Additional shipping fees are required for reshipment.
  • This also applies to returns due to long-term absence.

Shipping Inquiries

  • Please contact: [email protected]
  • Include the following information:
  • Your order number
  • Tracking number
  • Description of the issue
  • Business Hours: Weekdays 10:00-18:00 (Japan Time)
  • Closed: Weekends and Japanese national holidays