Proxy buying · Seoul and Tokyo · Est. 2025

Korean and
Japanese shops,
delivered.

Send us a link from Twenty, Rakuten, or any region-locked shop — we'll buy it in Seoul or Tokyo and ship it to your door. We also attend illustration and stationery fairs in person.

Send us a link →See upcoming fairs
14+
Fairs tracked
10
Countries
2
Founders, one studio
What we handle, every day
Twenty Korea order
Proxy buy · Seoul
stationeryregion-locked
Active
Rakuten artist drop
Proxy buy · Tokyo
illustrationlimited
Active
Illustration Korea COEX
Fair haul · This week
illustrationin person
Going now
Our services

Everything Korea
and Japan, shipped.

Proxy buying is our core service — any Korean or Japanese shop that won't ship to you, we buy on your behalf. We also attend fairs in person and take bespoke personal requests.

01

Proxy buying

Any Korean or Japanese website that won't ship to you — Twenty, Rakuten, brand shops, even limited-edition drops. Send us the link, we'll handle the rest. Our core service.

Best forregion-locked shops
02

Fair haul orders

We physically attend illustration and stationery fairs in Korea and Japan. Browse our live tracker, pick a fair we're going to, and send us your wishlist before the order deadline.

Best forexclusive fair-only goods
03

Personal requests

Hunting a specific artist, out-of-stock item, or niche Korean brand? DM us the details and we'll source it in Seoul or Tokyo — even if it means visiting the shop in person.

Best forbespoke sourcing
Service fee

Minimum ₩25,000 / ¥2,500 per order, or 15% of total goods value — whichever is higher. Item cost and international shipping are invoiced separately. All fees confirmed upfront before we purchase.

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Why you can trust us

We're physically there,
every month.

14
Fairs tracked
8
Countries
4
Deadlines soon

This is our live calendar of illustration and stationery fairs around the world. The ones marked "we're attending" are fairs we'll be at in person — the clearest proof that we're not just another online proxy shop. We're actually on the ground in Seoul and Tokyo.

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April 2026
BCN Pen & Paper Fest
Barcelona·Spain·Europe
stationery
Apr 26
2026
Passed
May 2026
June 2026
LA Zine Fest
Los Angeles·USA·North America
zine
Jun 6
2026
1d left
Printfair Melbourne
Melbourne·Australia·Oceania
zineillustration
Jun 14
2026
5d left
July 2026
SNAP! Edinburgh
Edinburgh·UK·Europe
zineillustration
Jul 4
2026
20 days
Hyper Japan Market
London·UK·Europe
illustrationcraft
Jul 10
2026
6d left
August 2026
September 2026
Tokyo Int'l Gift ShowWe're attending
Tokyo·Japan·Asia
stationerycraft
Sep 2
2026
Open
Illustrative Berlin
Berlin·Germany·Europe
illustrationart
Sep 18
2026
Open
October 2026
Grafik Fiera
Milan·Italy·Europe
illustrationart
Oct 3
2026
Open
NY Art Book Fair
New York·USA·North America
zineart
Oct 17
2026
Open
November 2026
Paper & Pen TokyoWe're attending
Tokyo·Japan·Asia
stationery
Nov 5
2026
Open

Never miss a deadline.

Subscribe for monthly fair roundups and deadline alerts. New fairs, upcoming hauls, and first dibs on our order windows — straight to your inbox.

How it works

We're your person
on the ground.

01

Send us a link or a list

A Korean or Japanese website link, an artist name, or a fair from our tracker — whatever you're after, DM us the details on Instagram.

02

We confirm and invoice

We check availability, calculate the full cost (item + service fee + shipping), and send you an itemised invoice for approval before we buy.

03

We ship to your door

Everything handled — sourcing, packing, international shipping from Seoul or Tokyo. Every parcel leaves with a handwritten note. Care, not corporate.

Place an order

Send us
a link.

Every order is handled personally. We confirm, source, pack, and ship from Seoul or Tokyo. Your only job is to tell us what you love.

DM on Instagram →How to order
01
Send a link or a list
A Korean or Japanese website URL, an artist name, or pick a fair from our tracker — whatever you're after.
02
Confirm & pay upfront
We confirm availability, send an invoice (item cost + service fee + shipping), and you pay before we purchase.
03
Wait for your haul
We source, photograph, pack carefully, and ship worldwide with tracking. Updates every step.
Frequently asked

Everything you
might wonder.

Ordering
How do I place an order?+
DM us on Instagram @studio2j25 with the fair name, artist, or website link you're interested in. We'll reply within 24 hours to confirm availability and send an itemised invoice. Once payment clears, we purchase on your behalf.
What's the service fee?+
Minimum ₩25,000 (or ¥2,500 for Japan-based sourcing), or 15% of the total goods value — whichever is higher. This covers our time, transport to the fair or shop, packing materials, and care.
When do I pay?+
100% upfront, before we purchase. We send an itemised invoice covering item cost, service fee, and estimated international shipping. Payment via PayPal, bank transfer, or Wise.
What if the item is sold out?+
If something is unavailable when we arrive at the fair or shop, we refund that portion immediately. For proxy buying, we verify stock before invoicing to avoid this.
Shipping & delivery
Where do you ship?+
Worldwide. From Seoul for Korean orders and from Tokyo for Japan-based orders. We use Korea Post EMS and Japan Post EMS — the most reliable international services, with tracking.
How long does shipping take?+
Typically 7–14 business days from Seoul or Tokyo, depending on destination. North America and Europe are usually on the faster end, South America and Africa slightly longer. Full tracking provided once shipped.
What about customs and duties?+
Any customs fees or import duties are the buyer's responsibility. We declare the accurate value on all packages. Most stationery orders under $100 rarely incur duties, but we can't guarantee this varies by country.
Is packaging included?+
Yes. Every parcel includes protective packaging, tissue paper, and a handwritten thank-you note. We pack stationery flat to prevent bending and wrap fragile items individually.
Returns & refunds
Can I cancel my order?+
Cancellations are accepted until we've purchased the items. Once we've bought them at the fair or from the website, full refunds are not possible as we cannot return the goods. We'll offer alternatives where possible.
What if my order arrives damaged?+
Photograph everything as soon as the package arrives — exterior, interior, and damaged items. DM us within 48 hours of delivery. We'll work with the postal service on a claim and compensate you directly once resolved.
Do you accept returns for change of mind?+
Because we source items specifically for your order, we cannot accept returns for change of mind. If you're unsure about an item, ask us for more photos before confirming — we're happy to share extra details.
Privacy
What data do you collect?+
Only what's necessary to fulfil your order — name, shipping address, email for order updates, and payment confirmation. We never share your information with third parties. Newsletter subscribers can unsubscribe at any time.
How are payments handled?+
Through secure third-party services — PayPal, Wise, or direct bank transfer. We never store your payment details. All transactions are processed by these services with their own security standards.