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Shota Yamada
Mercari Seller & Flea Market Expert
Former active Mercari seller with 2,000+ completed transactions across electronics, fashion, and collectibles. Writes practical guides for foreigners navigating Japanese flea market platforms.
Expertise
Mercari JapanYahoo AuctionsRakumaJapanese marketplace etiquetteSeller tax rules
Articles by Shota Yamada
Beginner Guide·2026-05-19
How to Make ¥30,000+/month on Mercari as a Foreigner [Beginner Guide]
Shipping·2026-05-19
Mercari Shipping for Foreigners Explained [2026]
Safety·2026-05-19
Top 7 Mercari Scams Targeting Foreign Sellers in Japan [2026]
Account Safety·2026-05-19
Why Mercari Banned 762,486 Accounts (And How Foreigners Can Avoid It) [2026]
Tax & Legal·2026-05-19
Do Foreigners Need to File Taxes on Mercari Sales in Japan? [2026 Guide]
Guides·2026-03-01
How to Use Mercari in English: The 2026 Complete Guide
Beginner Guide·2026-05-26
How to Sell on Mercari Japan as a Foreigner: The Complete 2026 Guide
Shipping·2026-05-26
Mercari Japan Shipping Guide for Foreigners: Every Method Explained [2026]
Money·2026-05-26
Mercari Japan Fees Explained: What You Actually Keep After Selling [2026]
Comparison·2026-05-26
Mercari vs Rakuma vs Yahoo Auctions Japan: Which Should Foreigners Use? [2026]
Life Event·2026-05-26
Moving Out of Japan? How to Sell Everything on Mercari Before You Leave [2026]
Culture·2026-05-26
10 Unwritten Rules of Japanese Flea Market Etiquette Every Foreign Seller Must Know
Tax & Legal·2026-05-26
Do You Need to Pay Tax on Mercari Sales? Tax Guide for Foreigners in Japan [2026]
Platform Guide·2026-05-26
How to Sell on Yahoo Auctions Japan as a Foreigner: Complete Guide [2026]
eBay Guide·2026-05-26
Selling Japanese Vintage Items on eBay from Japan: Complete Starter Guide [2026]
Templates·2026-05-26
Essential Japanese Phrases for Mercari: Copy-Paste Communication Kit for Foreigners
Beginner Guide·2026-05-26
How to Create a Mercari Japan Account as a Foreigner: Step-by-Step Guide [2026]
Life Event·2026-05-26
The Sayonara Sale Guide: How to Sell Everything Before Leaving Japan [2026]
Buyer Protection·2026-05-26
How to Handle Returns & Disputes on Mercari Japan as a Foreigner [2026]
Shopping Guide·2026-05-26