Mercari JP is Japan’s largest C2C online marketplace, with over 3 billion items listed. As an official partner, Buy&Ship offers a limited-time, 0% service fee proxy shopping service for used cameras, lenses, film cameras, camcorders, instant cameras, action cameras, and wearable cameras. From entry-level to professional-grade equipment, you’ll find everything you need in Hong Kong!
Table of Contents
→I. Why Choose Buy&Ship for Mercari JP?
→II. Popular Cameras & Lenses on Mercari JP
→III. Tips for Buying Cameras or Lenses on Mercari
→IV. Mercari Japan Proxy Shopping Tutorial (App)
→IV. Mercari Japan Proxy Shopping Tutorial (Website)
I. Why Choose Buy&Ship for Mercari JP?
Why is a proxy service needed for Mercari JP?
Mercari JP requires a Japanese phone number for membership registration and restricts access to local IPs. It also does not support international shipping, making it difficult for overseas users to shop directly.
Why Buy&Ship?
| Buy&Ship | Other Platforms | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Fees | $0 for Limited Time | Often ¥300+ per order or additional hidden fees |
| Exchange Rates | Low | Higher markups – some platforms charge up to ¥7 per ¥5 |
| International Shipping Fee | $26/lb (calculated by actual weight) | Charges may be based on volumetric weight, which can lead to higher costs. |
| Item Protection | Free | N/A |
II. Popular Cameras & Lenses on Mercari JP
1. Digital Cameras
A variety of digital cameras can be found here, including big names like Canon, Nikon, Sony, Leica, Panasonic, Fujifilm, and Olympus. The Sony Cyber-shot series, known for its awesome image processing, and the Olympus PEN Lite series, famous for its steady anti-shake features, are very popular.
Whether you’re after entry-level gear or top-notch professional equipment, you’ll find it all right here!
2. Camera Lenses
Premium lenses from Canon, Nikon, Sony, Tamron, and Sigma are available. For example, the high-resolution Canon EF series is a must-have for landscape photography, the Nikon NIKKOR lenses are loved by professional photographers, and Tamron and Sigma lenses offer great value for money.
Explore wide-aperture prime lenses, zoom lenses, or specialized lenses for macro or telephoto photography here.
3. Film Cameras
A huge selection of classic film cameras are available, including brands like Canon, Nikon, Olympus, Pentax, and Yashica. For example, the Olympus Trip 35 is a favorite among street photographers for its portability and practicality. Additionally, the vintage designs of Pentax and Yashica models are not only high-performing but also highly prized by collectors.
4. Camcorders
Top brands including Sony, Panasonic, Canon, and JVC are available. For instance, the Sony Handycam series is ideal for capturing family moments and travel adventures, while Panasonic camcordersare renowned for their 4K recording capabilities and durable design.
These camcorders are ideal for capturing everyday moments or tackling professional projects.
5. Instant Cameras
Popular instant cameras include the Fujifilm Instax series, the classic vintage-style Polaroid, and the compact and convenient Canon instant cameras.
6. Action Cameras
The selection includes the GoPro series for extreme sports, DJI for its remarkable stabilization capabilities, and Insta360 for 360-degree panoramic imaging.
7. Kids Cameras
Kids cameras, such as Pinguma and CIMELR, not only support photo and video recording but also include multiple filters and sticker modes.
Can’t find a series you like? Head over to the Mercari JP website and start exploring!
III. Tips for Buying Cameras or Lenses on Mercari
1. Evaluate the Seller’s Reliability
When shopping on Mercari, the following indicators can help you assess the trustworthiness of a seller:
Seller’s Profile and Sales History:
Be cautious if the seller lists only one item or their account was recently created. Trustworthy sellers typically have multiple items for sale and accounts with a longer activity history.
Ratings and Transaction History:
Check the seller’s transaction volume and reviews. Sellers with a high number of completed transactions and mostly positive ratings, such as “良かった” (good reviews), are generally more reliable. Phrases like “品の品質が良かった” (the product quality was good) or “説明通りだった” (as described) indicate the seller fulfills orders as promised.
However, if there are reviews mentioning undelivered items or “説明と異なる商品だった” (the item was different from the description) suggest caution.
Mercari Identity Verification Badge:
A verified badge indicates the seller has passed Mercari’s official identity verification, making them more credible. Additionally, sellers with a “高評価バッジ” (high rating badge) have consistently received positive feedback in recent transactions, signifying reliability.
2. Check for Product Authenticity in the Seller’s Description
Some sellers provide the product’s purchase source and transaction proof to confirm authenticity. For example, they may state the item was purchased from an official store and include receipts or tags.
Additionally, some sellers offer the “あんしん鑑定” (安心鑑定 – secure authentication) service, a third-party verification service from Mercari. Items labeled “あんしん鑑定利用可” (authentication available) allow buyers to pay an extra fee for professional verification before shipping.
IV. Mercari Japan Proxy Shopping Tutorial (APP)
Step 1
Click “Mercari proxy order” to search by products or just click “place order” if you already have a link.
Step 2
Click the “Create new request” button to start creating a proxy order. Paste the item’s URL from Mercari into the designated field.
Step 3
After pasting the item link, confirm the item name, quantity, and any additional details. Once verified, click “Save.”
Step 4
heck the order summary. If you have a promo code, click “Add” to apply it. Confirm all details and click “Submit request” to complete your order.
V. Mercari Japan Proxy Shopping Tutorial (Website)
Step 1
Go to Buy&Ship website to log in or register as a member.
Step 2
Go to the Proxy Shopping page and click the “Place Order” button to create an order.
Step 3
After selecting Japan warehouse, click on “Request An Item.”
Step 4
In the pop-up section on the right, provide accurate information such as the product page URL, product description, product image, and other details.
Within one order, you can add up to 10 items from the same online store. (If the items are from different websites, you will need to submit a new order.)
Then click “Next.”
Step 5
Simply copy and paste the product information displayed on the shopping website. (If the original product description is in Japanese, please copy the Japanese content as the product data.)
After filling in the product details, click “Save” to continue the ordering process.
Step 6
Enter the promo code (if applicable) and click “Confirm”. Wait patiently for us to confirm your order and arrange for payment. Once that is done, your ordering process will be complete!
Note: Product prices, quantities etc. may change due to sales. All subject to change. We do not own any of the pictures above nor affiliated with the brands mentioned. All credits are due to all of the brands featured in the article unless otherwise specified.
