Hi friend,
I recently heard that Japan is selling fake bags nowadays. I was a bit surprised and also angered because counterfeiting is wrong. Not only can it be detrimental to a designer bag company, but buying fake bags can also deceive and cheat shoppers.
I mean, who wants to spend their hard-earned money and get scammed by someone who claims to be selling an authentic bag, only to find out that it’s a fake? That’s why I did some digging. After all, you need to be aware of these things if you’re in the market for a designer bag, isn’t it?
So I went online to see if it’s true that Japan is selling knock-offs of designer bags. The answer is, unfortunately, yes. I checked various online forums and websites and they all reported the same thing – yes, there are sellers in Japan who are selling fake bags. They particularly have a lot of fakes of popular international brands like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Prada.
But, luckily, I also found out that there are some reliable ways to spot if a bag is real or fake. You need to first check the construction and material of the bag. Are the stitches even? Are the materials good quality? Are the logos placed correctly? And so on. You also need to check the interior of the bag for a proof of authenticity. You should also check the tiny details like the zipper pulls, dustbags, tags, etc.
Another important way to ensure that the bag is not a fake is to check the price. Generally, fake bags are usually unusually cheap. So, if the price of the bag seems too good to be true, maybe you should check twice to confirm that it is an original.
Likewise, you should avoid buying designer bags from second-hand stores. There’s always the chance that someone has brought in a fake bag and is trying to pass it off as an authentic. Avoid buying bags from eBay too, because it’s hard to authenticate a bag from a picture you see on-screen.
But apart from buying fake bags, there’s a whole other problem of people buying and selling fake designer wear. There are certain websites which allow vendors from Japan to upload pictures of fake designer bags and promote them as real bags. It just creates a huge mess, because not only do those people profit off stolen intellectual property, they also deceive and cheat customers into buying a false product.
So, my advice is to exercise caution if you’re buying a designer bag from Japan. Double check the authenticity of bags – and also avoid buying them from swindling websites. Be vigilant and liable, and you won’t be caught in the trap of fake bags.
Then there’s the most common place for people to buy fake bags from – street vendors. There are plenty of them in the busiest parts of most major cities in Japan. Whenever I’m walking around those areas, I see people carrying what looks like a designer bag, but at far too low a price. It leaves me wondering how can these vendors sell such expensive looking designer bags for so cheap.
Unfortunately, it’s because these bags are most likely fake. At best, they are knock-offs that are made to look like real designer bags. At worst, they are made of low-grade materials and won’t last very long. So, never buy from street vendors, even if it’s a fraction of the bag’s original price.
It’s really sad that Japan, a country renowned for its integrity and superior quality of goods and service, is also making and selling counterfeits of popular brands. This not only dents the image of the brand that is being mimicked, but also poses a great risk to unknowing shoppers.
That doesn’t mean you have to be wary of all Japanese websites and stores that are selling designer bags. There are still plenty of stores that are selling the real deal, and most of them are very reliable.
So, what can you do to protect yourself when you go shopping? Well, it’s always a good idea to do some research. Check out reviews online for the website or store, or contact their customer service to authenticate the bags. Doing this will help ensure you don’t get duped.
Plus, there are ways you can spot a fake bag just by looking at it. Start by examining the material and construction of the bag. Are the stitches even? Are the materials good quality? Are the logos placed correctly? Take a good look at the details and check for any inconsistencies.
It’s also a good idea to compare the price of the bag to the original. Generally, fake bags are cheaper- so if the price looks too good to be true, it may be fake. There’s no harm in comparing the price of the bag with the original price as listed online.
Even if you’re not sure if the bag is fake, never buy it. It’s simply not worth it. The last thing you want is to be fooled by a bag of dubious authenticity and end up spending your money on something that’s not worth it.
At the end of the day, it’s always better to be safe than sorry. Do some research, verify the authenticity of the bag, and buy from reliable stores. That way, you’ll avoid getting duped, and avoid supporting this unethical industry.