Important Update for Our U.S. Customers

As of August 29, the U.S. government ended the de minimis rule, which previously allowed small-value packages from overseas to enter without tax. From now on, all shipments from overseas to the U.S. are subjected to tariffs and customs handling fees, regardless of value.

To keep your shopping experience stress-free, we have adjusted our fulfillment method for U.S. orders. After carefully preparing your order in our shop in Japan, we now send it in weekly consolidated batches to our trusted partner in the United States. Once it arrives there, your package will be forwarded to you via USPS or UPS, with no additional costs or surprise charges at delivery.

This process may take a little extra time compared to before—usually about one more week—but it ensures that your package arrives smoothly and without unexpected fees. You can still choose the direct shipping for faster delivery from Japan to you, but you will be responsible for the tariffs and the custom handling fee.

This new system is already in place. Thank you as always for your kind understanding and continued support.

Thank you as always.

Ayako Takao
Owner / Cute Things from Japan

September 29, 2025