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Attention Blackship Passengers: Christmas is coming soon, and many Japanese stores are offering amazing Black Friday deals right now! 🎉 Take advantage of these fantastic sales to get unique gifts for the season.
From December 4th to December 10th, 2024,
enjoy 50% off our Consolidation Fee
for all shipping requests placed during this period (all time zones).Stock up on unique gifts and treasures for the holidays from Japanese stores during Black Friday—this is the perfect time to shop! Then ship them with Blackship to make Christmas extra special for your loved ones! 🎄🎁
⏰ Limited-Time Offer
Even if your package is prepared for shipment after December 10th due to high demand, you’ll still qualify for the discount as long as you make your shipping request within the promotional period.
🎅 Start Your Holiday Shopping Now
Save on shipping and spread the joy of Christmas with Blackship! Happy shopping and shipping this holiday season!
We have an important update regarding our storage fees at Blackship.
Starting on June 12th
, we will update our storage fees based on package size. Here’s a quick look at the new fees in US dollars:Please note that all packages will still enjoy 45 days of free storage. If your account is set up with a foreign currency, fees will be converted accordingly.
For customers using Two-Step Checkout (Pack & Hold), be aware that once your package is marked "Ready to Ship," you will have 7 days to complete your shipping request. After 7 days, your ready-to-ship package will accrue storage fees based on the daily rate.
Finally, these new shipping fees will not be discounted based on your Blackship Reward Plan level.
We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. We're implementing these changes because we're running out of space in our distribution center. While we search for a new location, this update is necessary to ensure smooth operations. Later in the year, we intend to reduce these storage fees once we've relocated to a larger distribution center.
We have refined our K-Pop Album Handling Service.
What's Enhanced?
Selective Unboxing
: Benefit from our extensive experience selecting the items you treasure.Shipping Savings:
Pay less by shipping only what you want, like exclusive photo cards.Straightforward Fees:
A simple fee structure of just $10 base + $0.92 per album unboxed.Place your shipping request, and let our expert team take care of the precision handling your collection deserves.
How to place a request?
- Choose the "K-POP processing option" as an add-on when you place a packing or consolidation request
- You will see a "K-POP Processing" form as the next step in your shipping request.
You can read more about how to fill in the form below:
Exciting news from Blackship! We've just launched our 2-Step Checkout process, designed to give you more control and flexibility over your shipping decisions.
Why You'll Love It?
Total Control:
Choose and adjust your shipping method after we prepare your package (packing or consolidation) for international shipping and you know the final shipping price.Pause After Packing:
Decide when you're ready for us to send your package.Flexibility:
Enjoy up to 7 days of complimentary storage in our warehouse, allowing you to choose the best shipping time.Ready to take control of your shipping experience? Click here to learn more about our 2-Step Check Out process and how it can benefit you.
Happy shipping,
The Blackship Team at Blackship.com
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Stop accepting PayPal as a Payment Option
Dec 13rd, 2023
Unfortunately, Blackship will no longer accept PayPal as a payment method after Dec. 30, 2023.
This decision is part of our commitment to streamline our operations and enhance our overall service efficiency.
We recognize that this change may require an adjustment for those who have preferred using PayPal. To ensure a smooth transition, we encourage you to add a card in Billing > Payment Methods. Credit and debit card payments at Blackship are securely powered by Stripe, one of the top payment platforms in the world.
Our customer support team is available to assist you in making this transition as seamless as possible. Should you have any questions or need help, please do not hesitate to reach out.
We appreciate your understanding and continued support as we make these improvements. Thank you for being a valued part of the Blackship.com community.
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Temporary Suspension of Airsoft Guns
Dec 13rd, 2023
We would like to inform you of an upcoming change to our services regarding the purchasing and shipping toy guns and Airsoft guns overseas.
Beginning of December 15th, we regret to inform you that we will temporarily cease accepting orders for toy guns for international shipping.
This decision is made to ensure compliance with certain regulations and to enhance our service quality.For toy guns that are currently in our warehouse, we want to reassure you that shipping options are still available within specific timelines:
- UPS Shipping Deadline:
Orders will be accepted for UPS shipping until December 25th.- Japan Post Shipping:
Subsequently, from December 26th onward, we will exclusively use Japan Post for international shipping.We understand the importance of these items and the holiday season, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this transitional period.
For any inquiries or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our customer support team. We value your business and look forward to continuing to serve you with the best possible service.
Thank you for your understanding.
Oct 1st, 2023
We are excited to share some long-awaited news with our customers! In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, several cheaper shipping options, notably the small packet service by Japan Post, were temporarily suspended across many countries. Some of these services have remained unavailable to some countries even after the pandemic's getting better over time.
Finally, effective October 1st 2023, we are pleased to announce that Japan Post has officially resumed its small packet airmail service to many countries. Additionally, they have also resumed some parcel airmail and EMS options to specific countries, such as:
- United States
- Canada
- United Kingdom
- Germany
- France
And many more!
We have updated our shipping method selection to reflect this change, and we hope Japan Post will resume its service to other countries soon!
Please read more details here.
Our continuous effort to enhance your Blackship experience has made it easier than ever to customize your email notifications. Now, you can easily tailor your email settings by clicking on
"Notifications"
in the Blackship menu.We understand the importance of keeping you informed in a way that suits your preferences.
To achieve this, we've crafted three distinct subscription themes within our subscription center, each designed to cater to your unique needs. Among these options, we recommend subscribing to the
"Blackship User Panel".
By doing so, you gain access to exclusive insights and opportunities to influence the direction of our product actively.But that's not all. We have big plans to send out an annual survey soon, and we want you to participate. This survey will delve deep into your thoughts, opinions, and feedback about Blackship. Your insights are not just valuable; they are instrumental in shaping our product to align perfectly with your needs and desires.
Only those who are subscribed to the Blackship User Panel will have the privilege of receiving this exclusive survey. Your voice is crucial, and this is your chance to make it heard.
We're looking forward to learning from you and making Blackship an even better platform based on your insights. Thank you for being a valued member of our Blackship family!
September 20th, 2023
We have received significant feedback from our customers who expressed the need for invoices, particularly the invoice for Blackship's service fees. (Including shipping fee, consolidation fee, and other service fees).
This demand has been especially big among our European customers, who often require these invoices for various purposes, including customs clearance (to match the amount charged with their card) and for business and accounting needs, particularly for our B2B customers.
We are pleased to inform you that we have now taken steps to simplify this process for you. Upon successful charging of your payment method for your shipment, you will receive an email notification with the subject
"Receipt from Blackship."
This email will contain an easily accessible PDF attachment of your invoice, making it convenient for you to retrieve your records.We are committed to continuously improving our services and meeting your needs. If you have any further suggestions or requirements, please do not hesitate to contact us via help@blackship.com. Your feedback is highly valued and helps us enhance your experience with Blackship.
Processing Your Arrived Package:
Upon your package's arrival at our facility, we'll start by measuring its dimensions and capturing a photograph of the outer box alongside other packages received within the day.
This process typically takes around one business day, so please keep in mind that this could result in a slight time gap between your package's arrival at our facility and its final placement in your mailbox. Once this process is complete, we'll promptly send you an email notification, and allowing you to make your shipping request.
Service Request Processing:
We're committed to finishing service requests (including consolidation and shipping requests) for most packages within 2-3 business days (excluding the weekend).
Express Processing Options:
Should time be of the essence for your shipping requirements, we're pleased to offer Express Processing, which for our valued "Whales" who subscribed to our Blackship Rewards Program, this service comes as a complimentary perk.
Express Processing puts your package at the front of the line, ensuring that it is consolidated and packed before other packages NOT under express processing lines. We will expedite handling your packages, with the majority of packages and requests tended to in 1 business day.
However, it's important to note that while we prioritize Express Processing requests, we cannot guarantee specific timeframes. This applies to both our esteemed "Whales" and those not enrolled in the program.
A Word of Caution:
Please be aware that our standard turnaround times are indicative and not contractually binding. While we strive to uphold this timeline, unforeseen factors like bad weather, Japanese Public holidays, temporary staffing shortages, and surges in package volume due to the busy season can lead to slight delays. We understand the importance of timeliness and will strive our best to ship out your package as soon as possible, yet due to the intricate nature of logistics and various external factors; we cannot offer compensation or discounts for any resultant delays.
We're dedicated to providing you with a seamless experience and keeping you informed at every step. If you have further questions or require clarification, don't hesitate to get in touch with us to help@blackship.com.
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