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Buying from Japan, from someone who does it
Limited editions, store exclusives, shop visits and what it really costs. Written by me, Yuki, in Tokyo.
Japan Store Exclusives: Why They Never Reach Shops Abroad, and How to Get One
Store-only items, Japan-only online shops, pop-up releases and lotteries: which Japanese exclusives can be bought from abroad, which cannot, and how a personal shopper in Tokyo helps.
Shop Visit in Japan: What I Check, What You Get and What It Costs
For €28 (about ¥5,000) I visit a Japanese shop in your place, photograph the shelf, ask your questions at the counter and report the next business day. No purchase needed.
Where to Buy Platinum #3776 Century Limited Editions in Japan
Which Platinum #3776 limited editions are sold mainly in Japan, how Japanese pen shops sell them, why many never ship abroad, and what it costs to have one bought for you.