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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.
How to Sell on Mercari Japan as a Foreigner: The Complete 2026 Guide
Registration, listing, shipping, fees, and Japanese message templates. Free tools for every step — the only guide you need.
Mercari Japan Shipping Guide for Foreigners: Every Method Explained in English [2026]
らくらくメルカリ便 vs ゆうゆうメルカリ便, convenience store step-by-step, and a size/cost table for all shipping options.
Mercari Japan Fees Explained: What You Actually Keep After Selling [2026]
Real profit examples at ¥1,000 / ¥3,000 / ¥10,000 / ¥30,000. The 10% commission is just the start — shipping is where sellers lose money.
Mercari vs Rakuma vs Yahoo Auctions Japan: Which Should Foreigners Use? [2026]
Fee comparison, user base, anonymous shipping, and which platform wins for each item category.
Moving Out of Japan? How to Sell Everything on Mercari Before You Leave [2026]
Avoid ¥30,000+ disposal fees. The 2-month timeline, what sells fast, and what to do with unsold items.
10 Unwritten Rules of Japanese Flea Market Etiquette Every Foreign Seller Must Know
The cultural WHY behind Japanese marketplace behavior — with copy-paste Japanese templates for every situation.
Do You Need to Pay Tax on Mercari Sales? Tax Guide for Foreigners in Japan [2026]
The ¥200,000 threshold, personal vs business income, deductions, and the 確定申告 filing process in English.
How to Sell on Yahoo Auctions Japan as a Foreigner: Complete Guide [2026]
Yahoo Premium setup, auction vs fixed price, 8.8% fee breakdown, and the best categories for foreigners.
Selling Japanese Vintage Items on eBay from Japan: Complete Starter Guide [2026]
Top 5 categories (watches, anime, denim, retro gaming), international shipping options, eBay fees, and profit in JPY.
Essential Japanese Phrases for Mercari: Copy-Paste Communication Kit for Foreigners
50+ ready-to-use Japanese phrases for every situation — negotiations, shipping updates, thank-yous, and handling problems.
How to Create a Mercari Japan Account as a Foreigner: Step-by-Step Guide [2026]
Japanese phone number, residence card, katakana name entry, identity verification — every registration step translated and explained.
The Sayonara Sale Guide: How to Sell Everything Before Leaving Japan [2026]
6-week timeline using Mercari, Facebook expat groups, and Jimoty. What sells fastest, pricing strategy, and what to do with items nobody wants.
How to Handle Returns & Disputes on Mercari Japan as a Foreigner [2026]
Item not arrived, wrong description, damaged goods, suspected fake — step-by-step with Japanese message templates for every situation.
Best Things to Buy on Mercari Japan as a Foreigner: 15 Hidden Gems [2026]
UNIQLO at 70% off, professional kitchen knives, vintage kimonos, anime figures, Snow Peak gear — 15 categories with what to search and what to expect.
How to Use Jimoty (ジモティー) in Japan: Free Classifieds Guide for Foreigners [2026]
Zero fees, no shipping, local pickup. The complete English guide to selling furniture, appliances, and large items on Japan's Craigslist.
How to Ship from a Japanese Convenience Store: Step-by-Step Guide for Foreigners [2026]
7-Eleven, FamilyMart, Lawson, and PUDO explained in English. QR codes, machine operations, what to say, and label printing — everything you need.