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Understanding Rakuten's Global Reach

Rakuten operates in over 30 countries across Asia, Europe, and beyond, with key markets in Japan, Europe, and the US. Our insights into these regions help Amazon sellers expand globally and optimize their strategies for diverse markets.
A world map highlighting Rakuten's key markets in Japan, Europe, and the US, with icons representing electronics, fashion, and health categories.

FAQs

Delve into our FAQ section to get quick answers to common questions about our services.

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.