Import to Italy

Import Japanese Pokémon to Italy

Source sealed Japanese Pokémon boxes directly from trusted sellers in Japan and ship them to Italy — with live JPY prices, verified sellers, real reviews, and landed-cost tools.

Italy flag

Built for Italians · prices shown in EUR

Japanese Pokémon shipped direct from Japan to Italy.
Japan-direct

Japan

The source

Italy

Delivered

Import tax
VAT 22%
Duty on cards
€3 flat
Typical transit
3–7 business days · DHL
Prices shown in
EUR

The bottom line

For Italians, buying Japan-direct through Pacific Card Exchange means newer sets, lower per-box prices, and full transparency on taxes, duties, and shipping.

Why Italy collectors import from Japan

Demand for sealed Japanese Pokémon keeps climbing across Italy — from collectors and local card shops in Rome, Milan, Naples, and Turin to resellers stocking bulk cases. Japanese sets release months ahead of Western print runs and frequently cost less per box, even after import costs.

Buying Japan-direct through Pacific Card Exchange lets Italians skip the local reseller markup and source the newest releases — Black Bolt, White Flare, and Terastal Festival — straight from verified sellers in Japan, with live JPY pricing on every set.

Shipping to Italy

Most Japan-to-Italy orders ship via DHL, with fully tracked, insured delivery typically landing in 3–7 business days. After your payment clears, sellers usually provide a tracking number within 24–48 hours.

Pacific Card Exchange managed orders use flat-rate international shipping regardless of box count, so you know the delivery cost up front. Parcels enter the EU through a customs hub where VAT and a small handling fee are assessed before final delivery in Italy.

Recommended carrier

DHL logo

DHL

Express / International

3–7 business days

Many sellers use DHL for EU and UK orders when FedEx is unavailable or more expensive. Transit is slightly longer but often more economical for European destinations.

Customs & import taxes in Italy

Since July 2021 the EU has charged VAT on all imports into Italy with no low-value exemption. Expect the standard 22% VAT on the declared value plus a small carrier clearance fee (around €3) collected before delivery.

Trading cards clear EU customs duty-free, so there is no separate tariff — the main cost is 22% VAT plus shipping. Our import calculator models this in EUR so you can compare the landed cost against local Italy prices before you commit.

Duty on trading cards
€3 flat
Consumption tax
VAT 22%
De-minimis threshold
Eliminated
Typical import cost
€3 + VAT

Tax and duty figures are indicative and can change — always confirm current rules with Italy's customs authority before a large order.

Payments

Paying sellers from Italy

Pay in a way that suits you. For international transfers, Wise consistently gives Italians the best rate into Japanese yen.

Wise

Best rate

Best real exchange rate for converting your currency to JPY; low, transparent fees.

Credit card

Widely accepted for managed Request Orders; simple and fast.

PayPal

Buyer protection on eligible orders; accepted by many sellers.

Bank transfer

Cost-effective for larger, bulk orders once you trust the seller.

Live price proof

23sets beat the Italy market right now

See where Japan-direct sealed boxes beat the local Italy market, priced in EUR. Sourced Japan-direct and tracked live every day.

Japan-direct vs. local market

1 of 23 sets
M1L: Mega BraveM1L: Mega BraveItaly market86,99 €Japan-direct63,99 €
27% below local marketSee all prices

Verified sellers

Trusted Japanese sellers

Verified, active sellers with public profiles and real review history — ready to ship to Italy.

Success stories

Buyers importing to Italy and beyond

Real reviews from collectors and resellers who sourced sealed product Japan-direct.

Nice packaging and nice attitude
Anonymous Charmander · on @urara.cards.jp
I love working with urara. Best supplier around!!
Anonymous Squirtle · on @urara.cards.jp
Urara is very kind and fast supplier! Very good service and perfect packaging. Answering fast and always ready to help. Outstanding!!
Anonymous Squirtle · on @urara.cards.jp

Frequently asked questions

Everything Italians ask about importing Japanese Pokémon from Japan.

  • Yes. The EU applies 22% VAT on the declared value of all imports into Italy, plus a small carrier clearance fee. There is no low-value exemption anymore.

  • Trading cards are duty-free across the EU, so you generally only pay 22% VAT plus shipping — there is no separate tariff.

  • DHL typically delivers to Italy in 3–7 business days, once the seller has dispatched your order and it clears EU customs.

  • Wise is recommended for the best EUR-to-JPY rate; most sellers also accept credit card, PayPal, and bank transfer.

  • Yes. Our import calculator adds 22% VAT, the clearance fee, and flat-rate shipping, so you can compare the full total against local Italy prices.