Japan Shopping Service
Japan Shopping Service
Your personal shopper for hard-to-find Japanese items — sourced from official stores and pop-ups across Japan, and shipped to you anywhere in the world.
Half of Japan’s stores won’t sell to you
Many of Japan’s best stores don’t ship overseas, don’t accept foreign cards, or simply don’t list in English — and some items are only ever available in person.
With our service, we purchase, receive, and ship items on your behalf. Just tell us what you want to buy, and we will check whether we can buy it for you. When needed, we can even visit physical stores in person to inspect the items and buy them for you.
A purchasing agent who actually sources it
Globe acts as your purchasing agent in Japan: we buy from official stores, specialty shops, and pop-ups on your behalf, verify what we’ve purchased, and arrange shipping to you. Please note, however, that we do not support purchases from Mercari or Yahoo! Auctions.
How we can help
All consultations and questions are free — you approve the full cost before we purchase anything.
Personal shopping
We purchase the item from the original store or seller on your behalf. Service fee only — shipping and customs duties are billed separately, itemized and shown before you approve.
Sourcing & availability check
We confirm whether an item can be purchased and provide an itemized cost estimate before you commit to anything.
Customs & duties information
Import duties and taxes vary by country and are the recipient’s responsibility. Tax rates differ depending on the item category and destination, so we will provide an estimated amount together with your quote. Please check your country’s customs website in advance to avoid unexpected charges.
Globe Co., Ltd. holds a secondhand dealer license (古物商許可) issued by the Tokyo Metropolitan Public Safety Commission. View license details →
How it works
Free consultation
Tell us what you’re looking for — a specific item, store, or category.
Sourcing & availability check
We confirm the item can be purchased and provide an itemized cost estimate — item price, service fee, and estimated shipping.
Personal shopping (service fee applies)
Once approved, we purchase the item from the original store or seller on your behalf.
Verification & photos
We inspect and photograph your item before shipping, so you know exactly what you’re getting.
Shipping & customs
Your item ships internationally. Shipping and customs duties are itemized and billed separately.
Delivery
Your item arrives at your door.
Globe acts as a purchasing agent: we buy the item in Japan on your behalf and arrange shipping. Globe is a purchasing and shipping agency, not the seller of the goods. Item availability, pricing, and condition are determined by the original store or seller and may change without notice.
We do not support purchases from Mercari or Yahoo! Auctions.
Common questions
Do you support Mercari or Yahoo! Auctions?
No — we source from official stores, specialty shops, and verified sellers only. We do not support purchases from Mercari or Yahoo! Auctions.
How is the service fee calculated?
30% of the item’s price (tax included), with a ¥5,000 minimum per item. Shipping and customs duties are billed separately and itemized before you approve.
What if the item becomes unavailable?
If we’re unable to source your item, you won’t be charged a service fee — we’ll let you know as early as possible.
Ready to start?
All consultations and questions are free — you approve the full cost before we purchase anything.