Conquer Japan's
Understanding Rakuten's Global Reach

FAQs
Rakuten Japan (Ichiba) offers access to 100+ million affluent consumers but requires higher investment. Rakuten Europe provides easier entry with lower fees and serves multiple European countries.
You need a registered business entity, tax compliance, product barcodes (UPC/EAN/JAN), and business credentials. Japanese operations require higher documentation standards than European operations.
Earnings depend on product category and market. Japanese customers pay premium prices for quality products, while European operations offer lower-cost market entry with competitive pricing.
For Rakuten Japan, Japanese language support is highly recommended for customer service and detailed product listings. Our localization services handle translation and cultural adaptation.