Shipping policy
International Shipping
We ship worldwide from Japan using Japan Post, SpeedPAK, and DHL. Available shipping methods and rates are shown at checkout based on your destination, package size, and weight.
Shipping Options
| Shipping Method | Estimated Delivery | Tracking |
|---|---|---|
| SpeedPAK Economy | Approx. 8 days | Included |
| International Air Packet | Approx. 7–14 days | Included |
| EMS Express | Approx. 3–7 days | Tracking & insurance |
| DHL Express | Approx. 3 days | Included |
| Surface Mail | Approx. 2–3 months | Tracking & insurance |
Delivery times are estimates and may vary by destination, customs processing, and local postal conditions. Not all shipping methods are available to every country.
Combined Shipping
We are happy to combine shipping on multiple items. Our store automatically calculates combined shipping at checkout, but because of the wide variety of sizes and weights of the antiques we sell, the automatic rate isn't always perfect.
If you are ordering several items and the shipping rate looks unusually high, please contact us. We can review your order and see if a better shipping rate is available.
For large orders, we recommend contacting us with a list of the items you are interested in. We can calculate the most economical packing and shipping method and arrange a custom invoice.
Customs, Duties & U.S. Import Tariffs
For most international destinations, customs duties, taxes, and import fees are the buyer's responsibility. When applicable, the shipping company or local customs authority will contact you for payment before or upon delivery.
United States: Estimated U.S. import tariffs and duties are included in our shipping prices. These fees are remitted to the U.S. government through the shipping provider, so no additional tariff payment should be required upon delivery.
Handling Time
Our stated handling time is 3 business days, although we ship many orders sooner. Because we regularly travel to auctions, antique markets, and estate sales to source inventory, same-day shipping isn't always possible.
If you need an order urgently, please contact us before ordering or immediately after placing your order. We will do our best to ship it as quickly as possible.
Domestic Shipping Within Japan
For deliveries within Japan, we generally ship by Japan Post Yu-Pack. Delivery is often the next day depending on your location, and scheduled delivery times may be available.
We can also arrange chakubarai (着払い), where shipping charges are paid directly to the carrier upon delivery. Please contact us if you would like to use this option.