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E‑commerce account management in Japan

Japan rewards detail, quality and polite service. Japanese-language content, careful packaging and local logistics are essential, and Rakuten's shop-based model differs from other marketplaces.

Marketplaces we can manage in Japan

Select a platform for detail, or tell us what you sell on and we will confirm coverage.

What to plan for in Japan

Language and detail

Japanese content with detailed specifications is expected.

Consumption tax

Tax and invoicing rules apply and should be confirmed with local advisers.

Product regulation

Some categories need specific certification or marks.

Points programs

Marketplace points influence shopper behavior, especially on Rakuten.

Tax, customs and product regulation vary and change. SellerDesk does not provide legal or tax advice; confirm these points with qualified local advisers.

How SellerDesk helps

  • Account setup and onboarding guidance
  • Catalog and listing management
  • Inventory, order and returns coordination
  • Advertising management against your margins
  • Reporting across all of your marketplaces

Scope is agreed in writing, you keep ownership of every account, and access is granted through the marketplace's own user permissions. We never ask for passwords.

Questions about Japan

Do I need Japanese-language skills?

We coordinate native-language content with local specialists, subject to the languages we can support.

Can foreign brands sell in Japan?

Often yes, subject to marketplace requirements and product regulations.

Ready to manage your Japan e-commerce accounts?

Tell us which marketplaces you sell on and what you need. We will confirm coverage and outline a scope.