FAQ

Payments, taxes, customs, tariffs & fees

How are duties and taxes handled?

Orders shipped from Japan may be subject to import duties, taxes, tariffs, or customs fees imposed by the destination country.

These charges are determined and collected by the recipient’s local government or customs authorities and are the responsibility of the recipient. We are unable to estimate or cover these fees.

If a parcel is rejected due to unpaid duties or taxes, the customer will be responsible for the return shipping costs.

What methods of payment do you accept?

We take all credit cards via Shopify Payments.

Do you handle payments securely?

We don’t store any of your payment information ourselves and everything is securely handled via Shopify or the other payment services we offer.

Shipping

When does my order arrive?

We are a small team and do our best to deliver your order within 7-10 business days.

Please note that preorder items take a longer time to arrive. In this case our team will reach out to you with an approximate shipping time frame.

Where do you ship?

We ship worldwide, directly from Japan.

Please note that we do not ship to PO boxes, remote islands, Mexico and Russia.

I have a question about my order. How do I get in touch?

We are always happy to help you with any questions. Contact us at info@oogoya.com

What carriers do you use?

We typically use Fedex or DHL but for some more remote locations we use postal service.

Can I change my shipping address?

We are happy to help you correct the shipping address for your order. For a smooth solution, please provide your order number (#xxxxx) and the correct shipping address.

Please make sure to reach out before the order is shipped. Once your package has been passed to the carrier we are unable to change the shipping address.

Regarding lost/stolen packages

We strive to ensure that every order is fulfilled accurately and delivered promptly. Once an order leaves our facility, it is transferred into the care of the designated shipping carrier. The following terms govern our responsibilities and your obligations regarding lost or stolen packages.

1. Transfer of risk

  • All orders are shipped FOB Origin (Free on Board, shipping point). Title and risk of loss pass to the customer upon delivery of the package by us to the carrier.
  • Once the carrier confirms possession, the shipment is deemed under the carrier’s responsibility until it is marked as delivered.

2. Carrier-Confirmed Delivery

  • If a carrier tracking system indicates that a package has been delivered to the shipping address provided at checkout, we are not responsible for non-receipt or theft thereafter.
  • Customers assume all liability for packages delivered to the address designated in the order.

3. Lost in Transit

  • If a package is lost in transit (i.e., the tracking never confirms delivery), we will assist customers in filing a claim with the carrier.
  • Replacement or refund eligibility is contingent upon the carrier’s claim resolution.

4. Stolen Packages (Post-Delivery Theft)

  • We are not liable for packages stolen after confirmed delivery. Customers are encouraged to:
    - Provide a secure delivery address.
    - Utilize signature confirmation where available.
    - Track shipments closely to minimize exposure to theft.

5. Customer Remedies

  • Customers may file a claim directly with the shipping carrier for any package marked as delivered but not received.
  • Where possible, we may provide supporting documentation to facilitate such claims but cannot guarantee reimbursement or replacement.

6. Incorrect Shipping Information

  • Customers are responsible for ensuring that shipping information is accurate at the time of order. We are not responsible for packages delivered to incorrect or incomplete addresses provided by the customer.

Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations

What is your return policy?

Oogoya only accepts returns if an item is damaged during shipping. For pieces from the Original Collections or Signature Collections with multiple stock, photographs show either the actual piece or a production sample and are intended to represent the work as accurately as possible. However, as each piece is handcrafted, minor variations (such as dust, hairlines, brush marks, slight colour or pattern differences, variations in firing marks, or minor size differences) are natural and are not considered damage. Returns will not be accepted for these reasons. For one-off pieces from the Signature Collections, photos are taken of the exact item, and the same conditions apply.

If a product is damaged during shipping, please contact us at info@oogoya.com within 7 days upon arrival and send a detailed photo of the damage with the order number. We also offer repair for most of our products which could be an interesting option to consider instead of a return.

In order to receive a full refund, all products must be returned in original protective packaging.

If you do return items, we'll apply the refund to the tender they were purchased with. If no record of sale is available and we choose to provide a refund, your personal identification will be required to process the return.

Please be aware that in all cases you are responsible for paying customs fees and for providing any and all documents required by customs in your country. If you refuse to pay those taxes, the package will be sent back to us. We will then refund you the amount of the order, after having withdrawn the shipping cost at the actual rate that we have been charged by the carrier, and the shipping cost of the return of the package to us.

Any questions about the return process? Send us an email at info@oogoya.com.

We're always happy to help.

How do I make a return?

Please send us an email at info@oogoya.com and indicate what you are returning and why. In order for us to process your return, please include the following information:

  • your name
  • email address
  • order number
  • name of the items

Shipping fees are not eligible for a refund.

What if my product gets damaged?

Our products are handcrafted by master artisans at the best quality and made to last.

If a product is damaged during shipping, please contact us at info@oogoya.com within 7 days upon arrival and send a detailed photo of the damage with the order number.

Please note that 'business days' do not include weekends or holidays.

How do I exchange an item?

While we only accept returns for items damaged during shipping, we may be able to offer an exchange in some cases. For pieces from the Original Collections or Signature Collections with multiple stock, we may send a replacement item if stock is available, and we may ask you to return the damaged piece so we can inspect how the item was damaged during shipping and use this information to improve our packaging and shipping processes. For one-off Signature Collection pieces, or in cases where no stock or alternatives are available, we regret that an exchange may not be possible.

Can I cancel an order?

If your order has not been shipped, you can cancel your order. Once it has been shipped, we unfortunately are unable to change or cancel the order.

I received a wrong piece.

If you received a wrong piece, please contact us at info@oogoya.com, and share your order number (#xxxxx) and photo of the item you received for a smoother process.

My package arrived, but one or more items are missing.

If you received your package and are missing one or more items, please contact us at info@oogoya.com, and share your order number (#xxxxx).

Please note that big orders might be split into smaller packages, and orders including preorder pieces with long wait times might be split to avoid delays.

I am being asked to pay duties by the shipping company, and I want to cancel my purchase.

Import duties and taxes are fees charged by the recipient’s country and must be paid directly to the relevant authorities. If you choose not to pay these charges and reject the parcel while it is in transit, this will be treated as a cancellation of the purchase. Once the item is returned to us, we will refund the order amount minus the original shipping cost (at the carrier’s actual rate) and the cost of return shipping.

You may also want to know

Do you offer wholesale?

For information regarding wholesale, please email us at info@oogoya.com.

Please note that we may not be able to offer wholesale to some countries.

What do you think about sustainability?

We care about sustainability in every way. While we started the business to help our artisan partners to become sustainable and last for the next generations to come, we also deeply care about our environment. We source most materials locally and try to use natural materials whenever we can.

When your products sell out, do you restock?

Pieces marked as "preorder" are going to be restocked. When pieces are marked as "sold out", the exact product or similar items might be restocked in the future but schedules have not been decided. In case of questions, feel free to contact info@oogoya.com.

Do you have a physical store?

Our physical store is located in Shigaraki, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. For details, please visit the About page. We are looking forward to meeting you in person.

Are your artisan partners paid fairly?

The reason we do what we do is to help the artisans become sustainable and be able to continue on for the next generation. We are not just paying our partners fairly, everything we do is to sustain them and hopefully the next generation.

How do I report a bug on your site?

Since we’re a small startup we really appreciate your help in making our site better. You can contact us at anytime at info@oogoya.com.

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