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Cross-Border E-Commerce Hit Rankings 2025 by BEENOS

BEENOS, a leader in cross-border e-commerce, has released its anticipated report on the 'Cross-Border E-Commerce Hit Rankings 2025,' based on purchasing data collected from its service, Buyee, from January to December 2025. This year’s keyword for cross-border e-commerce has been identified as 'collector consumption driven by fan engagement,' reflecting increasing demands for collection-related items and hobbies across popular categories.

In 2025, specific brand-driven spending among consumers looking for distinct products surged significantly. The global popularity of Japanese content has encouraged increased participation in cross-border e-commerce, allowing overseas users to select preferred items from a vast array of products. This shift marks the evolution from casual engagement to more focused collector consumption, enhancing the purchasing patterns of enthusiasts worldwide.

Summary of Findings

- Top Categories:
1. Trading Cards
2. Toys, Hobbies, and Goods
3. Anime and Comic Merchandise

- Regional Insights:
- Trading cards dominated in North America, Europe, Southeast Asia, and South America.
- The Toys and Hobbies category led in East Asia and the Middle East.
- Primary users were predominantly in their 20s and 30s.

- Growth Rates:
- The fastest-growing categories included Toys, Hobbies and Goods, followed by Celebrity Merchandise and Trading Cards.
- Notably, engagement from senior consumers (those in their 60s) was particularly strong in Southeast Asia.

These insights derive from the number of purchases made via Buyee between January 1 and December 31, 2025.

Highlights from the Rankings

The standout category for cross-border e-commerce in 2025 was Trading Cards, securing the top spot for the second consecutive year. The ongoing demand for Pokémon cards remains robust, with collectors favoring items that emphasize artistic qualities and vintage value, such as Art Rare (AR) and Special Art Rare (SAR) cards. The rise in demand for graded, high-quality items like those rated PSA 10 indicates a growing interest in serious collecting.

Additionally, K-POP cards significantly contributed to this category's popularity, with Stray Kids emerging as a preferred artist. Other top items include trading cards from franchises like Yu-Gi-Oh, Dragon Ball, and One Piece.

The second category, Toys, Hobbies, and Goods, saw increased purchases for plush toys, mascots, and keychains that resonate with fan culture. Recent trends show a surge in anime-related products featuring popular franchises like Chiikawa, Pokémon, and Sanrio. The demand from East Asian consumers, particularly among 20-something women and 30-something men, has notably intensified, with specific brands like Tamiya, Kyosho, and BANDAI seeing considerable growth in popularity.

In third place, Anime and Comic Merchandise, benefitted from the global box office success of films like Demon Slayer, while luxury fashion products thrived due to favorable exchange rates, and Celebrity Merchandise showcased significant growth.

Regional Ranking Breakdown

The overall top performer, Trading Cards, claimed the number one spot in North America, South America, Southeast Asia, and Europe, while Toys, Hobbies, and Goods ranked highest in East Asia and the Middle East. Across all regions, users mostly fell within the 20-to-30 age group, although East Asia displayed broader demographic support, including both male and female participants aged 20 to 40.

Additionally, analyzing growth trends reveals that Toys, Hobbies, and Goods emerged as the leading category for expansion, with Celebrity Merchandise following closely, illustrating a notable shift in consumer interests.

Insights on Older Demographics

Interestingly, a trend emerged showing that engagement among seniors aged 40 and above is increasing across multiple regions. Last year's growth was spearheaded by teenagers; however, there is now a distinct rise in senior user participation. Focusing on specific categories, Toys, Hobbies, and Goods made headway in East Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, while Celebrity Merchandise saw localized success primarily in East Asia.

About the White Paper

BEENOS also released a detailed white paper on the 'Cross-Border E-Commerce Hit Rankings 2025' for businesses feeling the pulse of today's market. This document covers a range of topics, including the impact of tariffs.

For more information on the white paper, you can access it here.

Conclusion

As a pioneering entity in global commerce, BEENOS's vision continues to connect Japan with the rest of the world through innovative cross-border e-commerce solutions. The company has streamlined processes to facilitate transactions for overseas customers and has broken barriers to entry by providing multilingual customer support and tailored payment options. They are committed to ongoing service enhancements, including the recent elimination of transactions fees for using Buyee in 2022. In its strive towards expanding global possibilities through ambition and technology, BEENOS continues to shape the next standard in cross-border e-commerce.