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As of September 2026, Buyee’s per-order service fee is ¥500, raised from ¥300 on April 1, 2026 (a 67% jump). OneMall charges ¥300 per item on most marketplaces and from ¥200 per item on Yahoo Auctions and LinkBuy, so which is cheaper depends on how many items share one Buyee order. Here’s how the two compare.
- Buyee’s service fee rose from ¥300 to ¥500 per order on April 1, 2026 (Buyee notice of 2026-03-13).
- OneMall charges ¥300 per item on most marketplaces and from ¥200 per item on Yahoo Auctions and LinkBuy.
- OneMall consolidates your first 6 orders free, then ¥100 per additional order.
- Free storage: 30 days at Buyee; 90 days after arrival (30 days after consolidation) at OneMall.
- US shoppers: since August 29, 2025, US-bound parcels of any value go through customs and pay applicable duties, taxes and fees.[1]
Buyee vs. OneMall at a Glance
| Feature | Buyee (from April 1, 2026) | OneMall |
|---|---|---|
| Service fee | ¥500 per order (up from ¥300); one fee per item won or bought on Yahoo Auctions and Mercari | ¥300 per item on most marketplaces; from ¥200 per item on Yahoo Auctions and LinkBuy |
| Consolidation | See its fees guide | First 6 orders free, then ¥100 per additional order |
| Free storage | 30 days | 90 days after arrival (30 days after consolidation) |
Buyee figures from its fees guide and its 2026-03-13 notice, checked 2026-09-28; competitor fees change often, so check the live page before you order. OneMall figures as of October 2026. For five major services side by side, see our cheapest Japan proxy services fee comparison.
⚡ Breaking: Buyee Fee Hike — Effective April 1, 2026
The Fee Comparison: Buyee vs. OneMall After April 1
¥300
↑ 67% Price Increase
- Billing unitPer order; per item on auctions and Mercari
- Free storage30 days
What Exactly Is Changing at Buyee?
Buyee, managed by Tenso Inc., is a well-known Japanese proxy shopping service. Buyee’s service fee had been a flat ¥300 for each order. That changed on April 1, 2026.
Starting April 1, 2026 at 00:00 JST, the fee is now ¥500 for each order. While ¥200 might not seem like a lot, the real cost impact is clear when you consider:
- Auction and Mercari buyers pay it per item. Ten Yahoo Auctions wins cost ¥5,000 in Buyee service fees, against ¥2,000–¥3,000 at OneMall’s Yahoo Auctions rate (3%, ¥200–¥300 per item).
- Store orders can favour Buyee. Three items in one store order pay one Buyee fee of ¥500, while OneMall charges ¥300 per item, or ¥900.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Buyee raise its service fee?
Buyee (operated by Tenso Inc.) increased its flat per-order service fee from ¥300 to ¥500 effective April 1, 2026 at 00:00 JST — a 67% rise — on top of elevated international shipping and tariff pressures.
Is OneMall cheaper than Buyee?
It depends on the basket. Buyee charges ¥500 per order, with one fee per item won or bought on Yahoo Auctions and Mercari; OneMall charges ¥300 per item on most marketplaces and from ¥200 per item on Yahoo Auctions and LinkBuy. For single items and auction wins OneMall’s fee is lower; for several items in one store order, Buyee’s single ¥500 fee can cost less.
Do both services store items for free?
Yes, for different periods: Buyee’s free storage is 30 days, and OneMall stores items free for 90 days after arrival (30 days after consolidation), giving you time to consolidate multiple orders into one shipment.
Are there extra charges for combining orders on OneMall?
Consolidating your first 6 orders is free; after that it is ¥100 per additional order. Service fees are separate: ¥300 per item on most marketplaces and from ¥200 per item on Yahoo Auctions and LinkBuy.
Does the 2025 US tariff change affect my parcels?
Yes. Since August 29, 2025, US-bound parcels of any value go through customs and pay applicable duties, taxes and fees, whichever proxy you use.[1][2] On OneMall, the current options for US addresses are ECMS and DHL.
Related guides
References
- The White House — Executive Order 14324, Suspending Duty-Free De Minimis Treatment for All Countries (July 30, 2025)
- Federal Register — Notice of Implementation of Executive Order 14324 (September 2, 2025)
Last updated: 2026-10-10.
