SNIPE Service

What is “SNIPE”?

SNIPE is a service where we purchase items on your behalf and ship them to you. You can use this service for:

  • Used items
  • Auction items
  • Items that we cannot stock in our shop but are available elsewhere

Please note that once your order is confirmed, it cannot be canceled or returned.

SNIPE Service Fees

SNIPE Fee:

  • Fishing tackles and reels: 500 JPY
  • Rods under 150cm: 1,500 JPY
  • Rods over 150cm: 2,500 JPY

Purchasing Fees:

  • 10% of the item price
  • 10% of the local shipping fee

Total Charges:

  • Item cost + 10% (of the original item price + purchasing fee)
  • Local shipping fee + 10% (of the shipping cost to our warehouse + purchasing fee)
  • SNIPE Fee (as listed above)
  • International shipping cost* (from our warehouse to you)

    *We will send your item via the most affordable courier. If you have a preferred shipping method, please let us know. Additional charges may apply for payment and shipping, if necessary.

 

SNIPE Request Example

Imagine you would like to purchase a reel on a Yahoo auction for 30,000 JPY.

  • Item Cost: 30,000 JPY
  • Local Shipping: 500 JPY
  • Purchasing Fees (10%): 3,000 + 50 = 3,050 JPY
  • SNIPE Fee: 500 JPY
  • International Shipping: 4,100 JPY

TOTAL: 38,150 JPY

How to Use “SNIPE”

  1. Click "Start a Chat" -> “Snipe Request”

    (The chat is located at the bottom right of our site)

  2. Please read our SNIPE Policy.
  3. Provide your name and any other required information.
  4. We will confirm the item price and availability, then send you a Special Order with the total estimated amount, including international shipping.
  5. If you agree, proceed with payment and place your order.
  6. Once we receive your order, we will purchase the items on your behalf.If the item is sold out, we will refund you.
  7. When your order is ready to ship, we will send your parcel along with the tracking number.
  8. Just wait for your order to arrive!

No Cancellations Allowed

"SNIPE" is a service where we place orders and make payments on your behalf. For this reason, once your order is confirmed, it cannot be canceled or returned.

However, the order will be canceled if:

  1. The item has been sold just before we are able to place the order.
  2. We find a significant difference in the item’s condition during our inspection when we receive it.

Important Notes

  • Our office is closed on weekends and Japan public holidays.
  • Most auctions end over the weekend.
  • Your request must be sent at least 3 business days before the auction closing date, as we need a few days to make an estimate and seek your confirmation.