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Frequently Asked Questions
BUSINESS
Our office and warehouse are based in the second largest metropolitan area of Japan, strategically located right in front of the Osaka Bay between the two major cities of Osaka and Kobe. This location allows us to be closer to our suppliers while quickly delivering our goods to customers worldwide.
Our operation hours are Monday-Friday 9-6 JST. Please note that we are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and major public holidays.
Yes, we are a registered Japanese business established in 2016 that has served thousands of customers worldwide, shipping more than 1 million authentic Japanese items every year directly from self-owned and operated fulfillment centers to your door.
Our customers' satisfaction with our services is reflected in the ratings they provide. You can read certified reviews from real customers on our official Reviews Page and Google.
Please note that we do not endorse or verify feedback on third-party websites, as we cannot guarantee the authenticity of reviews hosted on non-official platforms. We welcome your feedback through our authorized channels, as it helps us continuously improve our services.
Yes, we offer a dedicated wholesale program with competitive pricing and specialized support for business owners and corporate buyers through our official Japanese Taste Business portal.
SHOPPING INFORMATION
At Japanese Taste, we provide a tailored shopping experience for our customers worldwide. To ensure you see accurate pricing, shipping rates, and product availability, please shop on the store dedicated to your region:
- United States: japanesetaste.com
- Canada: japanesetaste.ca
- Australia: japanesetaste.com.au
- United Kingdom: japanesetaste.co.uk
- Netherlands: japanesetaste.nl
- Switzerland: japanesetaste.ch
- Germany: japanesetaste.de
- India: japanesetaste.in
- Taiwan: japanesetaste.tw
- Korea: japanesetaste.kr
- Rest of the World: int.japanesetaste.com
We source all of our products directly from Japanese manufacturers and inspect all of our products for authenticity and quality assurance before they leave our warehouse in Japan. If you notice any flaws or defects in your products after you receive them, please feel free to reach out to us and we will contact the manufacturer directly.
Yes, almost all products sold at Japanese Taste are made in Japan. We are committed to authenticity, and every brand we feature is of Japanese origin. While the vast majority of our inventory is manufactured locally, a small selection of items may be produced in other countries under the strict quality supervision of the Japanese brand. In these rare instances, the manufacturing location will be clearly listed in the product description.
We have high quality commitments for everything in our store and carefully curate the brands we work with and product range to meet the highest standards. By curating all of our items we can offer high-quality products sourced locally and sustainably.
We try to give you as much useful information as we can about all our products on our website, including:
• A detailed description that includes information about where the item is made and wherever possible what materials or ingredients the product is made from.
• Detailed instructions on how to use the product.
• Information about the brand, clear pricing and lots of images.
However, if you still have questions before purchasing or after receiving the product, please feel free to contact us and we'll be happy to help.
In Japan, food products typically use two types of date markings. Please note that Japanese dates are usually formatted as YY/MM/DD or YYYY/MM/DD:
- Shomi Kigen (賞味期限): This is a "Best Before" date. It indicates the period during which the product will maintain its peak quality and flavor. It is often still safe to consume shortly after this date.
- Shohi Kigen (消費期限): This is a "Use By" date. It is found on perishable items and indicates the date by which the product should be consumed for safety.
We restock popular items regularly! On the product page, you can click the "Notify Me When Available" button to receive an automatic email as soon as it’s back in stock.
Yes! We are always looking to expand our selection of authentic Japanese goods. If there is a specific product you love that we don’t currently carry, you can submit a Product Request here. Our sourcing team reviews these requests regularly as they work to add new and exciting items to our collection.
We try to provide as much detailed information as possible on our online product descriptions but if you still have any questions about your product, please feel free to reach out to us anytime for further instructions or clarification.
PAYMENT, PRICING & PROMOTIONS
We accept all major credit and debits cards as well as Apple Pay, GPay, Shop Pay, Gift Card and (upon request) Bank Transfer.
Yes, you can join our JT Rewards program to earn points on every purchase, unlock exclusive member tiers like Samurai and Shogun, and redeem your points for discounts on future orders.
ORDERS
Unfortunately it is not possible to cancel, add or change anything in your order, including changing payment methods or shipping information of any kind. This is because we reserve your items and start processing your order shortly after you place it.
However, if you have made a mistake or accidentally placed a duplicate order there is a 1-hour window where you can request to cancel your order. If the order has already been shipped or 60-minutes have passed, you'll need to follow our returns process.
If your package has not yet left our warehouse, please contact us immediately and we will make the necessary changes to your order. However, please note that we cannot make any changes after one hour of placing the order.
If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can return your item(s) with some conditions and exceptions. Please see our returns policy for more details.
When goods are imported into a different country, there may be extra charges called customs and import duties that apply. We have no control over these charges, and we can't tell you what the cost would be, as customs policies and import duties vary widely from country to country. For more information, please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs might be.
Please note that if a customs duty is payable to your territory, you'll be responsible for paying it to the authorities. If customs clearance procedures are required, it can cause delays beyond the original delivery estimates.
If you choose to refuse the customs fee and the parcel is returned to our warehouse in Japan, please note the following:
- Refund Deductions: The original shipping fee, along with any return costs incurred by the courier, will be deducted from your final refund.
- Non-Refundable Items: If the package is abandoned by the courier or destroyed by customs due to non-payment of fees, we may be unable to offer a refund.
To avoid unexpected costs, please ensure you are familiar with your country's import regulations before completing your purchase.
Once your order has been fulfilled and shipped, you will receive a shipping confirmation email with your order details. This email will include a tracking number and a link to our tracking page.
Click on the tracking number link or enter your order details into our tracking page to check the real-time progress of your shipment. You can also register on the tracking page to receive shipping updates via email.
SHIPPING & DELIVERY
For a complete list of countries we currently ship check our shipping information page. We are constantly adding new locations to our list of shipping destinations. If your country is not currently included in our list, please check back again in the near future.
We offer 3 shipping methods – standard, express saver, and express priority. We try to ship all of our orders as quickly as possible, but given the large volume of orders, there are periods when shipping times may take longer than normal. If you are looking to receive your order in a hurry, we recommend choosing an express shipping option.
Shipping costs are calculated automatically at the checkout page when both the destination and shipping method are selected. For most of the countries we offer free shipping above a certain amount. If this threshold is not reached we charge a small flat rate shipping fee, so the more you buy the less you pay.
Yes, we offer free shipping to many countries once a minimum spend threshold is met. To see the specific free shipping requirements for your location, please check the shipping and delivery page or the shipping calculator in your cart.
Please note that this threshold applies to the order subtotal—the total cost of your items excluding shipping costs and after any discounts or loyalty points have been applied.
If you are to receive any email from the courier company, please reach out to us as soon as possible and we would be happy to take care of any additional paperwork or concerns.
In the unlikely event that any of your items arrived damaged, we will be required to file a Damage Claim with the courier that delivered your order. To ensure that this process goes smoothly, we ask that you contact us as soon as possible.
Please include your order number, a detailed description of the damage incurred for each item, and attach as many photographs as possible of the affected products including:
1. Exterior damage to the box/packaging from different angles
2. Any interior packaging or bubble wrap
3. The product(s) that were damaged
To expedite the resolution time, we also recommend informing the courier's customer service via phone. For more information, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Contact Us
Contact us using one of the methods below and one of our customer experience representatives will get back to you shortly. Please include the following for a quicker response: full name, order email and order ID.