Why Buy Direct from Japan?
Skip the proxy services and their hidden fees. Buy authentic Japanese watches directly from a trusted dealer with over 10 years of experience in the Japanese watch market.
The Smarter Way to Buy Japanese Watches
If you've ever tried to buy a watch from Japan, you've probably encountered proxy services like Buyee, ZenMarket, or FromJapan. These services act as middlemen — they purchase items on your behalf from Japanese marketplaces and forward them to you internationally. Sounds convenient, right?
The problem is the fees. What starts as an attractive price on Mercari or Yahoo Auctions Japan quickly balloons when you add service fees, payment processing fees, domestic shipping, inspection fees, packing fees, and international shipping markups. By the time you receive your watch, you've often paid 20-40% more than the original listing price.
New Japan Deals offers a better alternative. As a licensed dealer based in Japan, we eliminate the middleman entirely. We source, inspect, photograph, and ship watches directly to collectors worldwide. Our transparent 10% handling fee replaces all those nickel-and-dime proxy charges, saving you money while providing a superior buying experience.
The Proxy Problem Explained
Let's break down exactly what happens when you use a proxy service versus buying directly from New Japan Deals.
❌ Using a Proxy Service
- •Pay service fee (5-15% of item price)
- •Pay payment processing fee (3-5%)
- •Pay domestic shipping to proxy warehouse
- •Pay packing fee (¥500-1,000)
- •Pay inspection fee (¥500+)
- •Pay consolidation fee if multiple items
- •Make TWO separate payments (purchase + shipping)
- •Wait 24-72 hours for proxy to purchase
- •No direct communication with seller
- •Generic warehouse packing (not watch-specific)
- •Machine-translated descriptions lose details
✓ Buying from New Japan Deals
- •Zero service fee
- •Zero payment processing fee
- •No domestic shipping (we already have it)
- •Free professional watch packing
- •Free expert inspection included
- •Simple 10% handling fee covers everything
- •ONE payment covers everything
- •Ships within 48 hours
- •Direct communication with watch experts
- •Expert watch-specific packing (10+ years)
- •Clear English descriptions by watch enthusiasts
Real Cost Comparison Example
Let's look at a real example: buying a ¥50,000 vintage Seiko watch
Via Proxy Service
- Watch Price:¥50,000
- Service Fee (10%):¥5,000
- Payment Fee (4%):¥2,000
- Domestic Shipping:¥800
- Inspection Fee:¥500
- Packing Fee:¥500
- International Shipping:¥3,000
- Total:¥61,800
Via New Japan Deals
- Watch Price:¥50,000
- Handling Fee (10%):¥5,000
- Service Fee:¥0
- Payment Fee:¥0
- Inspection & Packing:¥0
- International Shipping:¥2,500
- Total:¥57,500
You Save: ¥4,300 (7%)
Savings increase on higher-priced watches!
Complete Feature Comparison
| Feature | Proxy Services | New Japan Deals |
|---|---|---|
| Service Fee | 5-15% | ✓0% |
| Payment Fee | 3-5% | ✓0% |
| Packing Fee | ¥500-1,000 | ✓Free |
| Inspection Fee | ¥500+ | ✓Free |
| Consolidation Fee | ¥1,000+ | ✓N/A |
| Handling Fee | 0% | 10% |
| Number of Payments | 2 (Purchase + Shipping) | ✓1 (All-in-one) |
| Purchase Speed | 24-72 hour delay | ✓Instant |
| Seller Communication | None | ✓Direct (via us) |
| Expert Inspection | Basic photo check | ✓10+ years watch expertise |
| Packing Quality | Standard warehouse | ✓Expert watch packing |
| Price Transparency | Hidden fees revealed later | ✓Total shown upfront |
How It Works
Buying from New Japan Deals is simple and straightforward. No complicated processes, no waiting for middlemen.
Browse & Choose
Find your perfect watch from our curated selection of authentic Japanese timepieces. Every listing includes detailed photos and honest descriptions.
One Simple Payment
Pay once for everything - item price, handling fee, and international shipping. No surprise fees, no second payment requests.
Expert Inspection & Packing
We personally inspect and pack your watch using professional watch shipping materials developed over 10+ years of experience.
Fast Global Shipping
Ships within 48 hours via Japan Post with full tracking. EMS delivery in 3-7 days to most countries worldwide.
Why Trust Us?
We're not just another online store. We're licensed, experienced, and passionate about Japanese watches.
Based in Japan
Operating from Chiba Prefecture, Japan since 2014. We have direct access to the Japanese domestic market that international buyers can't easily reach.
Watch Experts
10+ years specializing in Japanese watches. We know Seiko, Citizen, Casio, Orient, and other Japanese brands inside and out. Our expertise protects you.
Global Shipping
Safely delivered watches to collectors in 30+ countries worldwide. Our packing methods are refined from years of experience shipping delicate timepieces.
Licensed Antique Dealer
古物商許可 第441200001622号
Issued by Chiba Prefectural Public Safety Commission
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? We've got answers. If you don't see your question here, feel free to contact us directly.
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