International Shipping
We ship Japanese calligraphy scrolls worldwide via USPS Priority Mail International from our studio in Washington State.
Shipping Time
- United States: 2–3 business days via USPS Priority Mail
- International: 6–10 business days via USPS Priority Mail International, plus customs clearance
Customs clearance typically adds a few days but can take 1–4 weeks in some countries. Tracking may go silent during this time — this is normal. If four or more weeks pass with no update, contact your local post office with your tracking number.
Shipping Cost
Shipping is calculated at checkout based on your destination. For international orders, the checkout shows your exact shipping cost before you pay.
Import Taxes and Duties
International orders may be subject to import duties, taxes (such as VAT or GST), and customs processing fees. These are collected by your local customs authority when the package arrives — not by Takase Studios.
Original artwork is typically duty-free. Each scroll is an original work of art by Master Calligrapher Eri Takase — hand-brushed, signed, and sealed. Most countries exempt original artwork from import duties.
VAT or GST still applies in most countries. This tax is calculated on the total value of your order including shipping. Rates vary by country:
| Destination | Typical VAT/GST Rate |
|---|---|
| Canada | 5% GST |
| Australia, Japan | 10% |
| Germany | 7% (reduced rate for art) |
| Switzerland | 7.7% |
| United Kingdom | 20% |
| Norway, Sweden, Denmark | 25% |
| Most other EU countries | 5–7% for art |
Your carrier may also charge a handling fee (typically $5–15) for processing customs paperwork.
Our checkout shows an estimate of these additional costs when you select your country, so you can see the full picture before you pay.
Where We Ship
We currently ship to:
- North America: United States, Canada
- Europe: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom
- Asia-Pacific: Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea
If your country is not listed, please contact us at tim@takase.com — we may be able to arrange shipping on a case-by-case basis.
Questions
If you have any questions about international shipping, customs, or delivery to your country, please email us at tim@takase.com. We are happy to help.