Mercari on Melrose, the first physical store, is also open in Los Angeles.
Mercari, Inc., a subsidiary of Mercari, Inc. (Headquarters: California, USA, CEO: John Lagerling, hereinafter referred to as US Mercari), which connects millions of people throughout the United States and buys and sells new and used items on the online marketplace for US Mercari, has announced a new feature, "Mercari × Japan," today. Through cross-border sales, fans of the Japanese version of Mercari, which has been offered for sale by millions of customers, can now purchase products from US Mercari.
Mercari Japan has partnered with over 70 cross-border e-commerce companies to offer shopping at Mercari in 110 countries and regions worldwide. Through this partnership with US Mercari, we will provide more opportunities for American customers to purchase Japanese products and strive for a global market expansion towards our goal of creating a worldwide marketplace that creates new value.
About "Mercari × Japan"
Customers using US Mercari will be able to directly search for and purchase Japanese-originated products that can't be found in the United States through "Mercari × Japan". In recent years, transactions of Japanese collection items have been rapidly expanding on US Mercari and popular items like manga (+45%), Bandai (+100%), Sanrio (+160%), and Sony Angels have seen a significant increase in demand. Through this partnership, American customers will be able to easily browse Japanese Mercari and complete the purchasing process, including chatting, all in English. The sellers on Japanese Mercari will be able to carry out transactions with the same shipping methods and postage as before.
*1: End of May 2024
*2: Increase in the number of buyers on US Mercari over the past three years.
Examples of popular products that can be purchased through "Mercari × Japan" on US Mercari:
- Toys such as Lego, Hello Kitty, and Pokemon
- Rare and nostalgic figures such as Dragon Ball, Marvel, ONE PIECE, and Pokemon
- Game consoles, television games, accessories, and nostalgic toys from manufacturers including Nintendo, SEGA, and Sony
- Fashion items for men and women from brands such as BAPE, BEAMS, Comme des Garçons, HYSTERIC GLAMOUR, and SEIKO
- Mainly sneakers from Adidas, ASICS, CONVERSE, and NIKE
- High-end women's handbags from overseas luxury brands such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Dior, which can't be found in the United States.
Thanks to cooperation with BEENOS Group, a leader in cross-border EC in Japan, we have achieved a simplification of the delivery process. The Japanese Mercari products purchased on US Mercari are first delivered to BEENOS Group, where they are inspected and prepared for international delivery. The products will be delivered to American customers in about two weeks from the date of dispatch by the seller.
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John Lagerling, CEO of Mercari, Inc.'s comments.
"Through this initiative, the US Mercari and Japanese Mercari marketplaces are connected for the first time. This will allow American customers to purchase products offered by millions of Mercari customers in Japan. Looking at the future of resale, it was a natural progression to start cross-border sales as Mercari evolved towards a truly seamless global marketplace. In recent years, attention to Japanese fashion, toys, and collection items has steadily increased in the United States, and taking into account the tailwind of a strong dollar, we believe that the timing is optimal to provide US Mercari customers with the direct purchase of products from Japan. "
The first physical store, "Mercari on Melrose," opened in Los Angeles.
From today, "Mercari on Melrose", the first actual store of US Mercari, has opened on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles, California. We aim to provide an exciting resale community experience, and you can purchase popular and unique fashion items sold on the US version of Mercari at the store. In addition, from August 2024, you can also purchase a special collection selected from Japan. Furthermore, "Mercari on Melrose" has a corner where customers can sell items on Mercari, a dedicated space for DIY classes and events, and a pop-up area for collaboration projects.
Comment from John Lagerling, CEO of Mercari, Inc.: "At our new store on Melrose Avenue, millions of our customers can experience the appeal of Mercari in a more tangible way. I am very pleased to be able to offer such a place. Through the new store, where you can see some of the wide range of fashion items available for purchase on Mercari, I hope you can feel the potential and inspiration that resale has. At the same time, we will continue to aim to provide a service that is approachable for everyone."
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About US Mercari: US Mercari is a mobile-first marketplace that aims to facilitate quick, secure, and easy buying and selling of no longer used items. Through US Mercari, millions of US customers can connect and buy or sell items they no longer need. US Mercari brings innovation to create a simpler transaction, such as authentication from your home, online payments, and improved shipping. Currently, US Mercari has over 50 million downloads nationwide and over 0.4 million listings daily, taking the lead in changing the next generation shopping experience. You can download or access US Mercari from the App Store.
The US version of Mercari is a mobile-first marketplace that aims to quickly, safely, and easily buy and sell no longer used items. Through the US version of Mercari, millions of customers in the United States can connect and buy and sell items that are no longer used. Mercari USA continues to innovate to make transactions easier, from authentication at home to online payment and improved delivery. Currently, the US version of Mercari has more than 50 million downloads nationwide, with more than 0.4 million listings per day, and is leading the empowerment to transform the shopping experience of the next generation. The US version of Mercari can be downloaded from the App Store or accessed on their website.
*Please also refer to the related press release announced by US Mercari on August 1 at 6:00 AM (local time).