In Japan · Earn on the side
Turn your on-the-ground advantage in Japan into income
Any nationality or visa — if you are in Japan, you can shop on the side. Free to register, Michi takes no commission, and you set your own fees.
1 verified shoppers already taking orders on Michi
Why Michi
Free · zero commission
Michi charges shoppers no fees, no monthly cost, no commission. Every yen of the proxy fee you charge is yours.
You set your rates
Set your own fee, typically 10–20% of item price. The more experience, specialty and responsiveness you have, the higher-value orders you can win.
Flexible side income
Work on your own schedule and pick the orders you take. No minimum volume — a natural side hustle built on being in Japan.
How to start (3 steps)
1 · Quick apply
Fill in the basics and verify with a one-time SMS code to your Japanese mobile (070 / 080 / 090) to confirm you are in Japan.
2 · Get reviewed
As fast as 3 business days. No government documents, address proof or bank records required.
3 · Go live
Once approved you get the ✓ Verified badge and appear in the shopper directory for buyers to contact you directly.
Straight talk: Michi is an information platform: it connects buyers and shoppers, does not take part in the transaction itself, and does not guarantee income. Japan-phone verification confirms a shopper is in Japan to protect buyers — this step is required.
FAQ
Is it really free? Any charges later?+
Registering, listing and staying listed are all free. Michi never charges shoppers a fee or subscription — your income is the proxy fee buyers pay you directly.
Do I need a Japanese phone?+
Yes. Registration requires a one-time SMS code to a Japanese mobile (070 / 080 / 090) to confirm you are in Japan before you get the ✓ Verified badge.
How much can I earn?+
You set a fee around 10–20% of item price — e.g. 15% of a ¥10,000 item = ¥1,500 per order. Actual income depends on volume and specialty; Michi does not guarantee earnings.
Ready?
The application takes minutes; start taking orders in as little as 3 business days.
Apply free — become a shopper →