Overview
Japan has a deep market for:
The biggest risks are usually:
- current streetwear
- archive releases
- collaborations
- vintage pieces
- limited drops
- secondhand fashion
- wrong sizing
- wrong release
- weak condition evidence
- counterfeit merchandise
Use measurements
Check:
Compare measurements to garments you already own.
- 着丈 — length
- 身幅 — body width
- 肩幅 — shoulder width
- 袖丈 — sleeve length
- ウエスト — waist
- 股下 — inseam
Identify the exact release
Look for:
This matters especially for limited drops and archive pieces.
- style code
- season
- collaboration
- colorway
- product tag
- care label
- original packaging
Condition
Check:
Useful terms:
- fading
- stains
- cracking prints
- collar wear
- cuff wear
- stretched ribbing
- repairs
- zipper condition
- 色褪せ — fading
- 汚れ — stain
- 使用感 — signs of use
- ほつれ — fraying
- 毛玉 — pilling
Authenticity evidence
For higher-value items, review:
JPS basic receiving is not professional authentication.
- neck tags
- care labels
- stitching
- hardware
- print placement
- style code
- packaging
Shoes and structured accessories
Shoes, caps, and bags can add significant parcel volume.
For shoes, confirm:
- JP/CM size
- outsole wear
- midsole condition
- box
- replacement laces
JPS warehouse options
Photos can help confirm visible condition and tags.
- 60 days free storage
- item photos ¥500/item
- free consolidation
- packing from ¥500
International shipping
Soft garments consolidate efficiently.
Shoes and structured bags may need separate shape protection.
JPS charges actual carrier rates with no shipping markup.