Save Money on Frequent Shipments: Competitors charge $2-$3 per export and $15 per special instruction, while we include these services in our monthly plans. Lower Assisted Purchase Fees: At just $5 fee + 3% processing + 5% commission, our rates are significantly lower than competitors. Consolidation Fees: We offer the lowest consolidation fees in the industry ($1 per package for Expert Membership). Product Photos Included: Unlike competitors, who often tie photo services to entire shipments, we provide individual product photo services for each product upon arrival, ensuring better visibility and control over each item.

Our plans provide everything you need for international shipping—no hidden fees or surprise charges. Each plan includes the essential services for stress-free importing from Japan.

Special Instructions Included: Up to 10 instructions per month with our Expert Plan, compared to $15 per instruction with competitors. Customs Declaration and Invoice Creation: Both services are included at no extra cost.

Service	Sumix (Expert Membership)	Competitor A	Competitor B
Monthly Fee	$98	$10-$20	$10-$20
Export Processing Fee	Included (unlimited)	$2-$3 per export	$2-$3 per export
Customs Declaration	Free	$5 per export	$5 per export
Assisted Purchase	$5 fee + 3% processing + 5% commission	$8.50 + 4.3% + 8% commission	$8.50 + 4.3% + 8% commission
Consolidation Fees	$1 per package (industry lowest)	$5 per package	$7 per package
Product Photos	Included for each product	Tied to entire shipment	Tied to entire shipment
Special Instructions	Free (up to 10 instructions)	$15 per instruction	$15 per instruction
Invoice Creation	Free	$5 per invoice	$5 per invoice

For professionals and businesses that frequently send many shipments, our service offers the most cost-effective solution. With no per-export fees, low consolidation fees per package, and all essential services—such as customs declaration, product photo verification for each product, invoice creation, and fragile sticker application—included in the monthly fee, you can save significantly over time.

Additionally, our Assisted Purchase service is offered at a lower rate ($5 fee + 3% processing + 5% commission) compared to competitors, providing more value for users who need help purchasing from Japanese websites.

Consolidation Fees: We offer the lowest consolidation fees in the industry, starting at $1 per package for Expert Membership. Assisted Purchase: Affordable rates of $5 fee + 3% processing + 5% commission, making purchasing from Japan easier and more cost-effective. Special Instructions: We include up to 10 free instructions per month with the Expert Plan, compared to $15 per instruction with other services. Product Photos: We photograph each product upon arrival, unlike competitors who tie photo services to entire shipments.