Japan shopping concierge

Found it in Japan? We handle the part you can't.

Send the item link. A person in Japan checks the listing, seller, restrictions, and shipping—then you see a clear quote before we purchase and send it to you.

Request an Item

No charge to submit. No purchase before approval.

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Listing review

Availability, seller context, and known restrictions.

Japan-side question

A straightforward seller question in Japanese when possible.

Quote + approval

See every cost, then decide before we buy.

International delivery

We prepare and ship the item after approval and payment.

What Torii does

Human help in Japan, when a purchase needs it.

Torii is a small shopping concierge with human support in Japan. Send the link, ask a seller question, or tell us what you need—we will explain what we can handle before you pay.

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Buy for me

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Send the product link. We review the listing, confirm the Japan-side details, prepare a quote, and buy only after you approve it.

Request an Item
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Ask Torii

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Need a Japanese seller question, listing context, or help with something that is easier to handle from Japan? Ask before you commit to the purchase.

Ask Torii
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Japan Address — Torii Box

Early access

We are researching a legally cleared receiving, storage, consolidation, and forwarding service for customers who prefer to buy from Japanese shops themselves.

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What we handle

Japanese products without the marketplace maze.

Send the exact link when you have one. If the request needs more than a normal online order, we will say so and scope the extra work first.

Stationery & Pens
Character Goods
Anime & Hobby Items
Retro Game Accessories
Books & Art Goods
Home & Lifestyle Items
Small Gifts & Souvenirs
Pre-owned or Limited Items

Why Torii

The Japan side stays visible.

Direct, easy conversation

Message the person actually handling your request, without a formal support desk in between.

One person keeps the context

The same small operator follows the details instead of passing your request between departments.

Fewer handoffs, quicker decisions

Small changes, unusual requests, timing, and priorities can be discussed directly.

Japan-side review

We check the listing, seller context, and known restrictions before purchase.

A clear quote first

Item cost, Torii fee, and shipping are separated before you decide.

Approval stays with you

Nothing is purchased until you approve the quote and complete payment.

One straightforward Japanese seller question is included when contact is possible.

The process

How it works

No account setup is required to ask. Start with the item and destination; the quote comes before the purchase.

  1. 01

    Send your request

    Share a link, image, or description of the item you want.

  2. 02

    We check it in Japan

    We confirm availability, seller details, and restrictions.

  3. 03

    You receive a clear quote

    Review the total, then pay securely by Stripe link if you approve.

  4. 04

    We purchase and prepare your order

    We buy only after approval and payment confirmation.

  5. 05

    We ship it to you

    Your item is packed safely and shipped to your door.

Clear before you pay

Send the link first. Decide after you see the quote.

The prices below are our usual guides for standard requests, not a one-size-fits-all charge. Because Torii is independently run, we can discuss the item, workload, timing, and your priorities directly. If the standard formula does not fit the case, we agree on the scope and a price that feels fair to both sides before any paid work or purchase.

Listing and availability review

Seller and item context check

Known shipping-restriction review

One straightforward Japanese seller question when contact is possible

English human support

Itemized quote before purchase

Standard online purchase

15% of the approved item subtotal, with a ¥3,000 minimum per purchase request.

From ¥3,000

Managed preorder / limited release

20% of the approved item subtotal, with a ¥5,000 minimum per purchase request.

From ¥5,000

In-store / local pickup

20% of the approved item subtotal, with a ¥5,000 minimum. Approved travel and actual expenses are separate.

From ¥5,000 + expenses

One straightforward seller/listing question is free when contact is possible. Every request is different: high-value, unusual-risk, group, or materially non-standard work is discussed and quoted individually. You can accept, decline, or talk through the quote before anything begins.

Full pricing details

Before you send it

Some items cannot be handled.

Shipping, carrier, customs, and legal restrictions vary by item and destination. We review the request before accepting it.

Food & Drinks
Medicine & Supplements
Unclear Cosmetics
Perfume & Aerosols
Dangerous Goods
Counterfeit Goods
Very Large or Fragile Items
See prohibited and restricted items

Questions

FAQ

How long does it take to receive my item?

It depends on item availability, domestic delivery in Japan, and international shipping. Most requests receive an initial availability check within a few business days.

How are shipping fees calculated?

Shipping is estimated from destination country, parcel size, weight, carrier options, and any special handling needed for the item.

Can I cancel my request?

You can cancel before approving the quote. After purchase, cancellation depends on the seller's policy and whether the order has already shipped.

Do you check the item before shipping?

We can provide optional photo checks when practical, especially for pre-owned, limited, or condition-sensitive items.

What payment methods do you accept?

Payments are made securely through Stripe. After you approve the quote, we will send you a Stripe payment link. Submitting a request does not create a charge, and we will not purchase the item until your payment has been confirmed.

Do you ship worldwide?

We aim to support many destinations, but some countries, carriers, and item types may have restrictions.

Start with the link

Have something in mind? Send the link.

Send the item and destination. We will check what is practical, explain the cost, and wait for your approval before buying.

Request an Item

Request an Item

Check an item from Japan.

Paste one or more Japan product links and tell us where they need to go.

Start with 1–10 product links. There is no charge to submit, and nothing is purchased before you approve the quote.

Add up to 10 links in one request. We treat each link as one requested item; use Notes for different quantities, colors, sizes, or other item-specific details.

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