Before you check out online, make sure to look at the shipping options and prices. Factor shipping costs into your budget when you are looking to make a purchase. Those costs can add up quickly.

While Google translate can help with this a little bit, it’s still really difficult to navigate websites in Japanese if you’re not fluent. For security, if you don’t understand what the website says about payment and ordering, don’t use it. Find a site where you can understand the terms.

This will allow you to avoid losing money on the conversion rates if the exchange rate isn’t favorable. When it’s time to submit payment, just enter your debit card number in the same way you would enter any other payment information. This is a secure way to make payments, as these online banks have to follow traditional banking protocols.

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Be aware that when you checkout, the price will be in JPY (the Japanese yen). It’s also good to know that there is an import fee that will also be included in the final total. Once you hit “Checkout” you will be able to see the breakdown of all of the shipping and import (customs) costs. Before your order is submitted, you’ll have the option to customize your shipping options. For example, you can choose standard shipping if you want the cheapest option.

Other popular products are electronics and home decor.