UNFOLD

Tokyo-based Japan Return Address & Reverse Logistics

UNFOLD Japan returns, handled locally.

UNFOLD is a Japan return address & operations hub in Tokyo for global D2C, Shopify, and Amazon FBA brands.
We receive, inspect, and document every return so your team can decide fast—with proof.

24h photo inspectionBilingual (EN/JP)No long-term contractTokyo, Japan
Japan returns handled locally through a Tokyo hub
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Operated by Vernal Path LLC (Tokyo, Japan)

Fast visibility

Returns opened & documented quickly so decisions don’t stall.

Photo-first reporting

Item + tags + packaging + defects — consistent proof, every time.

Operationally repeatable

Built for real teams shipping to Japan—not one-off ad hoc support.

How it works

Simple setup. Clear reporting. Flexible outcomes.

How UNFOLD handles Japan returns in three simple steps
1

Use our Tokyo return address

Add UNFOLD as your Japan return address for customer returns / carrier RTS / removals.

2

We receive & inspect

Unbox + photo documentation + condition notes. Your team gets proof you can act on.

3

Choose the outcome

Reship, consolidate, store, dispose, or special handling—based on your SOP.

Want a quick estimate? Share monthly Japan orders + return rate.Get a quick estimate

Who UNFOLD is built for

Teams that need Japan returns handled locally, clearly, and with evidence.

D2C & Shopify brands

Full visibility into every return—without hiring a Japan-based team.

Amazon FBA & marketplace sellers

Support for customer returns, removals, and overstock with photo proof.

3PLs & logistics partners

Extend your offer with a trusted, local Japan returns operator.

Why Japan returns are uniquely difficult

Strict address formatting, language barriers, and high international shipping costs make Japan returns fundamentally different from other regions.

Why Japan returns are difficult

Without a local operator, even small return volumes create delays, unclear item condition, and unnecessary cost.

On-the-ground operations in Tokyo

From delivery to inspection, reporting, and final actions.

Return receiving in Japan
Inspection and photo reporting
Consolidation and re-shipping

Built for trust & decision speed

Proof-first reporting reduces back-and-forth and prevents costly guesswork.

Sample inspection report with photo documentation
24h
Typical inspection window
Most returns inspected within 1 business day
EN/JP
Bilingual ops communication
No handoff delays across time zones
Flexible
Disposition options
Reship · Consolidate · Store · Dispose

What you receive

Photos + condition notes + packaging status + suggested disposition (per your SOP).

What you avoid

Long cross-border waits, unclear item condition, and repeated “can you check again?” loops.

Pricing (quick view)

Simple plans + pay-as-you-go. See full details on the pricing page.

Guide to choosing the right UNFOLD pricing plan

Starter

For low volume / testing Japan sales.

  • Japan return address
  • Photo inspection reporting
  • Email-based support
See Starter pricing

Growth

For consistent volume and faster operations.

  • Priority processing
  • Standardized reporting format
  • Disposition workflows
See Growth pricing

Custom

For 3PLs / enterprise / special handling.

  • Custom SOP + grading
  • Consolidation & reshipping rules
  • Integrations / reporting formats
Talk about Custom

FAQs

Do you handle RTS / failed delivery returns?

Yes—carrier return-to-sender cases are a common Japan issue. We can receive and document them.

Can you reship items internationally?

We can support reshipping / consolidation depending on your product category and destination.

Is this month-to-month?

Yes—no long-term contracts by default. Choose a plan that matches your volume.

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Ready to make Japan returns painless?

UNFOLD helps you run Japan returns locally with speed, clarity, and proof.