Introduction
If you’re planning to shop from Amazon Japan while living abroad, the first step is creating an account.
In this article, we’ll walk you through:
- How to create a Japanese Amazon account
- How to switch the site language to English
- How to search for items even if you don’t speak Japanese
🔗 Previous Article : 【Part 1】 Why You Should Use Amazon Japan from Abroad – A Quick Start Guide
1. How to Create an Amazon Japan Account
✅ What You Need
- A valid email address (international addresses are OK)
- A password (create your own)
- You don’t need a Japanese address or phone number to register
✅ Steps (on a PC browser)
- Visit Amazon.co.jp
- Hover over “Account & Lists” in the top right
- Click “Create account (新規登録はこちら)” from the dropdown menu
- Enter your name, email, and password, then verify the code sent by email
💡 Tip: If the menu isn’t visible or you're already logged in, you can go directly to:
👉 https://www.amazon.co.jp/register
2. How to Change the Display Language to English
By default, Amazon Japan is shown in Japanese. But on a browser, it’s easy to switch to English.
✅ How to Change It (before logging in)
- Click the flag icon (🇯🇵) at the top right of the homepage
- In “Language Settings,” select “English – EN”
- Click “Save Changes”
📱 On the mobile app, go to settings and change the language from there
3. Search Tips (Even If You Don’t Speak Japanese)
🔍 Use Japanese keywords for better results
Amazon Japan is made for Japanese users, so searching in Japanese yields more results.
✅ How to Search More Effectively
Use Google Translate to convert your desired item into Japanese, then copy and paste it into the Amazon search bar.
Examples:
- Instead of “toner” → try 「化粧水」
→ You’ll get more Japanese skincare products - Instead of “Pokemon goods” → try 「ポケモン グッズ」 or 「ポケモン ぬいぐるみ」
→ You'll discover more localized and exclusive items
✅ Other Handy Tips
- Use category filters to narrow down your results
- Sort by price or customer rating
- Use Google Translate or DeepL to understand Japanese reviews
Summary
Creating a Japanese Amazon account is free and easy—even from abroad.
Once you switch the display language and learn how to search with translated terms, you can enjoy shopping like a local.
In the next article, we’ll cover payment methods and currency tips, including how to use international credit cards and how currency conversion works.
🔗 Next Article : 【Part 3】 Payment on Amazon Japan: Methods, Currency, and Tips for International Shoppers
