Last updated: August 29, 2026
🇺🇸 No Tariffs Added at Checkout
Chidori Vintage now covers the applicable U.S. import tariffs, duties, and processing fees for orders sent using our standard shipping options.
You will not be charged these fees at checkout or when your package is delivered.
Our promise to USA customers
No separate tariff surcharge and no surprise bill upon delivery.
How It Works
Place Your Order
Shop for your favorite Japanese vintage items as usual.
Pay No Tariff Surcharge
No separate import tariff, duty, or processing fee is added at checkout.
We Handle the Rest
Chidori Vintage pays the applicable charges so your order can clear customs.
✓ No Surprise Charges Upon Delivery
For qualifying standard shipments, we handle applicable U.S. tariffs, duties, and processing fees before delivery. You should not receive an additional tariff bill from USPS or the shipping carrier when your package arrives.
Standard Shipping Options
SpeedPAK Economy
- Available for most U.S. orders
- Approximate delivery: 8–12 business days
- Final delivery handled by USPS
- Tracking included
- Applicable tariffs and processing fees covered by Chidori Vintage
Japan Post
- EMS, Airpack, Surface Mail, etc
- Availability depends on package size and destination
- Delivery times vary by service
- Tracking included when available for the selected service
- Applicable tariffs and processing fees covered by Chidori Vintage
⚠ DHL Express Is an Exception
DHL Express is available only upon request for urgent or special shipments.
Special-request DHL shipments are sent under Delivered at Place (DAP) terms. These shipments do not include U.S. import tariffs, customs brokerage charges, or carrier processing fees in the checkout total.
DHL or U.S. Customs may contact you to collect these charges before delivery. Please contact us before purchasing if you would like to request DHL Express.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I pay a tariff surcharge at checkout?
No. For qualifying standard SpeedPAK and Japan Post shipments, Chidori Vintage covers the applicable U.S. tariffs, duties, and processing fees.
Will USPS charge me when my package arrives?
No additional tariff or processing payment should be required when USPS delivers a qualifying standard shipment.
Are tariffs included in the shipping price?
No separate tariff charge is added to your shipping rate. Chidori Vintage absorbs the applicable tariff and processing costs.
Does the policy apply to DHL Express?
No. DHL Express is a special-request service sent under DAP terms. The recipient is responsible for any import, brokerage, or processing charges associated with a DHL shipment.
Can tariff rules change?
Yes. Government authorities determine tariffs and customs regulations, which may change. U.S. Customs makes the final determination regarding import requirements and charges.
Refused or Unpaid DHL Shipments
If a special-request DHL shipment is refused or returned because its import charges were not paid:
- Original shipping costs are non-refundable.
- We may deduct return shipping charges from any applicable refund.
Questions About Shipping?
If you are unsure which shipping method applies to your order, please contact us before purchasing.
Email: info@chidorivintage.com
WhatsApp: +81 90-6073-6973
This tariff-coverage policy applies to qualifying orders shipped to the United States using standard shipping options offered at checkout. Tariff regulations, customs requirements, carrier fees, and delivery estimates are subject to change.