Import to the US
Import Japanese Pokémon to United States
Source sealed Japanese Pokémon boxes directly from verified sellers in Japan and ship them to the US — with live JPY prices benchmarked against TCGplayer, real reviews, and landed-cost tools.
Built for American collectors · prices shown in USD
Japan
The source
United States
Delivered
- Import tax
- No federal import VAT
- Duty on cards
- 15%
- Typical transit
- 2–4 business days · FedEx
- Prices shown in
- USD
The bottom line
For American collectors, buying Japan-direct through Pacific Card Exchange means newer sets, lower per-box prices, and full transparency on taxes, duties, and shipping.
Why United States collectors import from Japan
The US is the deepest secondary market for Pokémon, and Japanese sealed product commands a strong premium — from collectors in New York and Los Angeles to breakers and shops in Dallas and Chicago buying cases at a time.
Buying Japan-direct through Pacific Card Exchange lets American resellers beat the domestic TCGplayer price on the newest sets — Black Bolt, White Flare, Terastal Festival — by cutting out the US middleman entirely.
Shipping to United States
Most Japan-to-United States orders ship via FedEx, with fully tracked, insured delivery typically landing in 2–4 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.
Recommended carrier
FedEx
International Priority
2–4 business days
Most Japanese Pokémon sellers ship via FedEx International Priority. After payment clears, expect a tracking number within 24–48 hours and delivery in a few business days.
Customs & import taxes in United States
US import tariffs on trading cards currently sit around 15%, and the low-value de-minimis exemption has been eliminated, so most imports now clear customs with duty assessed on the declared value.
There is no federal sales tax on imports, but you should budget roughly $14–24 per order for duty. Our import calculator models duty plus flat-rate shipping so you can compare landed cost directly against the US TCGplayer price.
- Duty on trading cards
- 15%
- Consumption tax
- No federal import VAT
- De-minimis threshold
- Eliminated
- Typical import cost
- $14–24
Tax and duty figures are indicative and can change — always confirm current rules with United States's customs authority before a large order.
Payments
Paying sellers from United States
Pay in a way that suits you. For international transfers, Wise consistently gives American collectors the best rate into Japanese yen.
Wise
Best rateBest 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.
Popular products
Popular products American collectors import
The newest sealed Japanese sets, tracked live and shipped straight to United States.
Live price proof
23sets beat the United States market right now
See where Japan-direct sealed boxes beat the local United States market, priced in USD. Sourced Japan-direct and tracked live every day.
Japan-direct vs. local market
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M1L: Mega BraveUnited States market$98.99Japan-direct$72.99Verified sellers
Trusted Japanese sellers
Verified, active sellers with public profiles and real review history — ready to ship to United States.
Success stories
Buyers importing to United States and beyond
Real reviews from collectors and resellers who sourced sealed product Japan-direct.
Nice packaging and nice attitude
I love working with urara. Best supplier around!!
Urara is very kind and fast supplier! Very good service and perfect packaging. Answering fast and always ready to help. Outstanding!!
Frequently asked questions
Everything American collectors ask about importing Japanese Pokémon from Japan.
Expect no federal import vat on the declared value, with 15% duty on trading cards. The de-minimis threshold is eliminated.
FedEx usually delivers to United States in 2–4 business days, with full tracking and insurance included once your order is dispatched.
Every seller on Pacific Card Exchange is an active, verified Japanese seller with a public profile, review history, and daily price coverage — no anonymous DMs required.
Wise is recommended for the best exchange rate into JPY; most sellers also accept credit card, PayPal, and bank transfer.
Yes. Our import calculator adds taxes, duties, and flat-rate shipping so you can compare the total against local United States prices before you buy.
Ready to import?
Japan-direct prices, shipped to United States
Compare live seller prices, read real reviews, and place a secure order in minutes.
Import cost calculator
Model landed cost in USD, including taxes and shipping, before you buy.
How importing works
The complete step-by-step guide to buying sealed Japanese Pokémon direct.
Verified seller directory
Browse active Japan-direct sellers with ratings, reviews, and price coverage.
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