Mercari Japan Fees Explained: What You Actually Keep After Selling [2026]
Mercari's 10% commission sounds manageable — until you add shipping. Here's exactly what you keep after every fee, with real examples across different price points.
Furima Navi Team
Last updated: 2026-05-26T00:00:00+09:00
The 10% Commission
Mercari Japan charges a flat 10% commission on every completed sale. This is deducted automatically from your proceeds — you never pay upfront. There are no listing fees, no monthly subscriptions, and no other charges beyond this.
Sale price: ¥3,000
− Mercari fee (10%): −¥300
= Gross proceeds: ¥2,700
Then subtract shipping if seller-paid.
Shipping Costs: The Silent Profit Killer
Most Japanese sellers list with 送料込み (souryo komi — shipping included), meaning you pay shipping out of your proceeds. Buyers expect this and will often ignore listings where buyer pays shipping.
This is critical for low-price items. On a ¥1,000 sale: ¥100 goes to Mercari, ¥210 goes to ネコポス shipping — you keep only ¥690. If you priced the item at ¥800 thinking you'd keep most of it, you'd actually lose money.
Real Examples: What You Keep
| Sale Price | −Fee (10%) | −Shipping | = You Keep | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ¥1,000 | −¥100 | −¥210 | ¥690 | ネコポス (book, accessory) |
| ¥3,000 | −¥300 | −¥750 | ¥1,950 | らくらく 60サイズ (clothing) |
| ¥5,000 | −¥500 | −¥750 | ¥3,750 | らくらく 60サイズ (jacket) |
| ¥10,000 | −¥1000 | −¥1000 | ¥8,000 | らくらく 80サイズ (bag, shoes) |
| ¥30,000 | −¥3000 | −¥1200 | ¥25,800 | らくらく 100サイズ (large item) |
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After a sale completes (buyer rates the transaction), proceeds sit in your 売上金 (uriagin — sale balance) inside the app. To transfer to your bank account (振込申請, furikomi shinsei — transfer request):
| Bank | Transfer Fee | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| PayPay Bank (ペイペイ銀行) | ¥0 (free) | 1-3 business days |
| All other banks | ¥200 | 1-3 business days |
Minimum transfer: ¥200. Tip: let your balance accumulate and withdraw monthly to pay the ¥200 fee only once. Or open a PayPay Bank account to withdraw for free.
Mercari vs Rakuma vs Yahoo Auctions: Fee Comparison
| Platform | Commission | Listing Fee | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercari (メルカリ) | 10% | ¥0 | ¥200 withdrawal fee |
| Rakuma (ラクマ) | 6% | ¥0 | ¥210 withdrawal fee |
| Yahoo Auctions (ヤフオク) | 8.8% (Premium) / 10% (Standard) | ¥0 | Yahoo Premium: ¥508/month |
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Fee Comparison Tool → Side-by-side profit for any sale priceWhich Platform Should You Use? → Full comparison guideFrequently Asked Questions
Q: What percentage does Mercari Japan take?
A: A flat 10% commission on every completed sale. No listing fees, no monthly fees.
Q: Is shipping included in the fee calculation?
A: No. The 10% is on the listed price only. Shipping is separate — most sellers absorb it (送料込み).
Q: How do I withdraw money from Mercari?
A: Tap "売上・ポイント" → "振込申請". Minimum ¥200. Fee: ¥200 (free for PayPay Bank). Takes 1-3 business days.
Q: Can I use my Mercari balance without withdrawing?
A: Yes — buy items on Mercari directly, or convert to PayPay balance. Accumulate and withdraw monthly to minimize transfer fees.
Q: Does Mercari charge fees for cancelled transactions?
A: No. If cancelled before both parties rate, no commission is charged. But repeated cancellations can trigger account restrictions.