Why should I buy in Japan?

Facts about Japan: Choice
- Japan is a bustling consumer market with a choice of products unequalled in the world

- Japan is the leader in modern technologies, including computers and other digital items.

- Japan is the leading country in photographic equipment, with the newest models coming out here before they reach other markets.

-Japan is an eldorado for collectors. Japanese people love collecting and usually have the financial ressources to do so. Therefore, things from all over the world can be found in the Japanese used market.These things include:
*photographic equipment of all brands and ages
*vintage fashion, including T-shirts, sunglasses, sneakers, brand items, etc.
*miniatures, diecast and plastic models, trading cards and memorabilia
*watches
*arts and crafts
*Rare and limited records and promotional stuff (Japan pressings)

- Many foreign products are sold in a special edition adapted to the expectations of Japanese customers; normally this means more contents (like additional lyrics for music albums normally sold without, etc) for the same price


Facts about Japan: Prices
Japan is often said to be an expensive country. While this is true for some things, it is not for many others. Housing and energy costs tend to be high, but consumer products are in fact often cheaper than in comparable countries.

- Japan is a very competitive market, resulting in a steady price battle between the shops

- The VAT is just 5%. Even if it cannot be refunded, the end price is lower than in many other countries.

- New electronical products hit the domestic market before being exported. Therefore, the price will always drop faster.

- Despite recent economic recovery, the Yen is still low compared to Dollar or Euro. The exchange rate will put foreign buyers in a price advantage.

- International shipping costs are a fact. However, delivery is fast, and for small sizes fees are actually cheap. All products will be fully insured. After comparing the Japanese price (including transportation costs) to the price in your country, you will find that in many cases you are still saving good money!