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Practical guides for foreigners navigating Japanese flea markets — tax rules, scam protection, shipping explained, account safety, and real strategies for making money on Mercari.
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How to Make ¥30,000+/month on Mercari as a Foreigner in Japan [Beginner Guide]
What to sell, how to price, communication without Japanese, and how to build a reputation that makes buyers trust you.
Mercari Shipping for Foreigners: ゆうゆうメルカリ便 vs らくらくメルカリ便 Explained [2026]
Every Mercari shipping option decoded — with convenience store instructions, costs in JPY and USD, and a step-by-step first shipment guide.
Top 7 Mercari Scams Targeting Foreign Sellers in Japan [2026]
Switch-and-return fraud, false damage claims, and 5 more scams — plus the exact Japanese phrases and evidence strategies to fight back.
Why Mercari Banned 762,486 Accounts (And How Foreigners Can Avoid It) [2026]
The 10 ban triggers, foreigner-specific risks (VPN, payment cards, address mismatches), and 3 strategies to protect your account.
Do Foreigners Need to File Taxes on Mercari Sales in Japan? [2026 Guide]
The ¥200,000 profit threshold, tax residency rules, deductions you can claim, and how Japan's NTA actually tracks online sales.
How to Use Mercari in English: The 2026 Complete Guide
Mercari now has partial English support. Here's exactly what works, what doesn't, and how to navigate listings without reading Japanese.