Peter says: There are currently 230,000 Japanese registered with the Friends System database, including 123,000 females. We've checked the company extensively and think this is an outstanding way for you to make some Japanese friends, whether it's to trade information about Japan, exchange language lessons or find someone for serious romance -- or we wouldn't have put the link on our site. Click below to learn more and register!
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 600 g. Price: $13.50 Product type: Anime magazine
Ring in the new year with a brand new issue of Megami Magazine, the original and best publication featuring all your favorite "bishoujo" (pretty girl) anime heroines! The January 2009 issue is full of great posters, articles and extras, starting with an extra-large double sided poster featuring Toradora! heroine Taiga Aisaka and Ichigo Mashimaro (Strawberry Marshmallow) heroine Ana Coppola.
Other posters include cover girl Emi Kizaki from Kurogane no Linebarrels (Linebarrels of Iron), Clannad After Story, Da Capo if, To Aru Majutsu no Index, Kiss x Sis, Queen's Blade, Tears to Tiara, White Album, Ashita no Yoichi!, Kara no Kyoukai, Kannagi, Rosario to Vampire, and much more! 18 original large A3 size posters plus two jumbo-size long form posters included (all are double-sided). This month's Girl's Avenue feature artist is Shiro (http://longlongtime.org), including a great piece of his original poster art.
YOYA476Shiki Ryougi 1/6 Figure ~ Kara no Kyokai *Preorder*
PRE-ORDER NOW Weight: 800 g. Price: $85.00 Product type: PVC Figure
Kara no Ky kai (translated as Boundary of Emptiness) is an supernatural, action novel illustrated by Takashi Takeuchi that is being developed into an anime series as well as a movie (due to be released in August 2008). This figure by the Good Smile Company features the character Shiki Ryougi, a female who possesses the "Mystic Eyes of Death Perception" an ability to see the inherent mortality of everything, who is called upon whenever any combat with paranormal cases are required. An excellent looking 1/6th scale figure and is dressed in street clothes with a knife in hand.
This is a preorder that is scheduled to release on April 2009.
MCW019Housen Ryofu Hug Pillow Case ~ Dragon Destiny
Number in stock: 10 Weight: 250 g. Price: $120.00 Product type: Pillow Cover
Dakimakura are 'hugging pillows' or 'hug pillows' (sometimes referred to as a 'love pillow' or 'Dutch wife', although this may be referring to a more adult-type item) illustrated with anime characters or real-life film stars, and a distinctively otaku item. Some character pillows can be found selling for upwards of $300 in online auctions as they are highly sought-after and extremely limited edition items.
This is the wildly popular Housen Ryofucharacter from the Ikki Tousen / Dragon Destiny anime universe. Features the hyper-sexy fighter in a skimpy skirt on one side and without a skimpy skirt on the other (oh wow!) An item that's sure to send your heart racing in no time. Measures 46 by 19 inches.
YOYA479Ren Kagamine 1/8 Figure by Goodsmile *Preorder*
PRE-ORDER NOW Weight: 600 g. Price: $65.00 Product type: Vocaloid Figure
Another figure joins the Miku Hatsune (Leek Girl) and the rest of the Vocaloid family thanks to the folks at Goodsmile. This is Ren Kigamine, who is the twin brother of Rin Kagamine, and ready to rock out with keyboard in hand. This is a 1/8th scale figure that's fully painted and measures 16 cm (6 inches). Another great PVC statue to add to your collection.
This is a preorder figure that's set to release in May 2009.
PRE-ORDER NOW Weight: 600 g. Price: $100.00 Product type: Demonbane PVC Figure
From the game by Nitroplus "Zanmataisei Demonbane" comes this mouthwatering figure of Leica, a nun, whose alternative identity is the sexy heroine Metatron. Thanks to the handywork of the folks at Alter, you can now enjoy Metatron in the sanctuary of your own home who comes to you prepainted, battle scarred, and with stunning curves. A PVC statue that's 1/8th the scale, measuring at a tall 21.5 cm (8.4 inches) and is perfect for anyone who loves sexy figures.
A preorder set for release on April 2009.
YOYA478Rin Kagamine 1/8 Figure by Goodsmile *Preorder*
PRE-ORDER NOW Weight: 600 g. Price: $65.00 Product type: Vocaloid Figure
Another figure joins the Miku Hatsune (Leek Girl) and the rest of the Vocaloid family thanks to the folks at Goodsmile. This is Rin Kigamine, who is the twin sister of Ren Kagamine, and ready to rock out with microphone in hand. This is a 1/8th scale figure that's fully painted and measures 17 cm (6.7 inches). Another great PVC statue to add to your collection.
This is a preorder figure that's set to release in May 2009.
Number in stock: 2 Weight: 50 g. Price: $2.80 Product type: Kitty Items
Here's an adorable beauty product that's pefect for all your Hello Kitty fans. This is a nail file that measures 17 cm (6.6 inches) across in a pink and red color, decorated with Kitty-chan and wacky Engrish. One side has a rough textured material to gently scrape away at your nails to make them nice and smooth. Comes as a pair. An authentic Sanrio product that's part of the Lovely Heart Collection.
JPN014Red Hello Kitty x COURREGES Photo Album ~ Special Collaboration
Number in stock: 9 Weight: 150 g. Price: $6.50 Product type: Kitty Items
For those special moments, you'll always want to get a photo so you can re-live them over and over again. Here's a stylish photo album of the Sanrio Courreges collection that's perfect for housing those precious moments. The photo album itself measures 20x15 cm (7x6 inches) and comes with it's own protective sleeve to keep it free from dust. The inside can hold photos measuring 9x13 cm (3.5x5 inches) and has approximately 18 transparent pages that you can place your photos back to back. This version is for a purchase of the red color version with the cool silver design.
Number in stock: 2 Weight: 100 g. Price: $7.25 Product type: Traditional Japanese item
Proudly show your love for Japan with this fantastic looking wappen (crest). An authentic item directly from Japan, it measures 7.5x10 cm (approximately 3x4 inches) and is made out of high quality material so you can directly have it sewn on to your clothes. A great item that will last and last. Perfect for attaching to Karate Gi's (uniforms) that all martial artists will enjoy.
This particular patch features the world Samurai written in beautiful kanji with a silhouette of a samurai with the sword unsheathed. Strike fear to your opponents for that extra intimidation factor! These wappen patches are worn by boso-zoku street gangs, among others.
JPN009Pink Hello Kitty x COURREGES Photo Album ~ Special Collaboration
Number in stock: 8 Weight: 150 g. Price: $6.50 Product type: Kitty Items
For those special moments, you'll always want to get a photo so you can re-live them over and over again. Here's a stylish photo album of the Sanrio Courreges collection that's perfect for housing those precious moments. The photo album itself measures 20x15 cm (7x6 inches) and comes with it's own protective sleeve to keep it free from dust. The inside can hold photos measuring 9x13 cm (3.5x5 inches) and has approximately 18 transparent pages that you can place your photos back to back. This version is for a purchase of the pink color version with the cool silver design.
SHIRT-CUT1Wacky Kanji T-shirt - In Case of Emergency, Commit Seppuku Here
In stock in San Diego! Weight: 300 g. Price: $18.95 Product type: Japanese T-Shirt 100% Cotton (pre-shrunk)
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Ancient samurai were famous for committing ritual suicide by disemboweling themelves with their swords, which was called seppuku or harakiri (two ways to read the same kanji characters). Our latest J-List T-shirt features a wacky message in this tradition, with a Japanese warrior pointing to your midsection and the message, "In case of emergency, cut here." A gut-rippingly funny new offering from J-List! Available in size S-2XL. (SZS SZM SZL SZXL SZ2XL)
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NAKA108Working Yukata ~ Japanese Traditional Working Suit (Samue)
Number in stock: 6 Weight: 500 g. Price: $65.50 Product type: Working Yukata
The "samue", in essence is a monk's working or non-spiritual clothing. A very old style working suit used back in the early years of Japan, it's so engrained into the culture that it is still a common sight to see even today. Whether a seasoned artist, carpenter, gardener, or simply just relaxing for the day, this is a terrific "yukata-style" item that's representative of traditional Japan, and perfect to keep you comfortable while you busily work away at your chores.
This is a standard large sized samue that comes with matching dark grey robe and pants. Made out 100% comfortable cotton, the robe portion measures 65cm (25 inches) shoulder to shoulder and 79cm (31 inches) in length, while the pants are an adjustable 81cm (32 inch) waist size that's expandable and held in place by draw strings. The length of the pants from the outseam (measuring from the waist to the end of the pant leg) is 108 cm (42 inches) in length. Please feel free to inquire about other sizes which we would be happy to order from our distributors for you. Also use them as excellent pajamas!
Number in stock: 1 Weight: 200 g. Price: $21.50 Product type: Revoltech Item
A new Evangelion series 022 Type-Zero Revoltech figure, featuring revolver joints placed in 14 different locations on the body, allowing for all sort of action poses. This is a very cool looking figure with a Briareos-esque (Appleseed) head configuration and long fingers that look like something you might find one one of the new metallic cylons. Comes with extra hands, blast shield, alternate head, extending arm, and base stand. Stands approx. 5 inches (12.5 cm) tall.
FK245Re-ment "Let's Go! Panda Class" -- Individual
Number in stock: 8 Weight: 50 g. Price: $3.50 Product type: Re-ment Miniature Item
A sweet new set of miniatures from Re-Ment, the Japanese masters of micro. This is a super cute series of panda figures, active and playful as they frolic through the playground and take part in various activities. This series includes 10 unique sets of panda miniatures, including: 1. Boy and girl pandas with lunchbox, 2. In a tree, 3. swingset, 4. Lounging and dreaming, 5. On the slide, 6. Bamboo see-saw, 7. Kiddie pool, 8. Panda b-ball, 9. Drumming, 10. Graduation ceremony. Pandas in the sets vary in size from 2.5 to 3 inches. This purchase is for an individual set picked randomly by the J-List staff.
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 400 g. Price: $34.50 Product type: 2009 Calendar
The fantastic and brilliant mangaka Masamune Shirow is having quite a year with all the posters, gashuu (illustration books), movies, anime series, figures and other great licensed items that J-List is proud to present his latest calendar packed cover to cover in gorgeous CG art of beautiful girls and technology. A full-color production by the artist best known for his work on Ghost in the Shell, Appleseed, Jashin Hunter and others. Having switched from pure pen and paper to the electronic medium in the last decade, Shirow creates a art style that is clearly recognizable as his. Sticking with the tried and true -- gorgeous women -- he produces 13 pages of unbelievable art for each month of the year. SF girls, cyberpunk girls, police girls and more, all with the familiar traces of technology and hyperrealism. Perfect for collectors and Shirow & Galgrease fans. Only Sold in Japan!
Note: the sample images shown actual pages from the new calendar.
Get 15% off 3 or more calendars! Just add 3 or more calendars to your shopping cart, the discount will be applied at checkout.
FK140Re-ment "Harapeko" Animal Village ~ Individual
Number in stock: 6 Weight: 50 g. Price: $3.50 Product type: Puchi Sample Series
From Re-Ment's Sample Series, this is the Harapeko Animal Village cooking miniatures collection, with a bunch of cute animal-themed food related items such as: Elephant tea and cookies, frog pickles and eggs, piggy gohan (rice) set, rabbit juicer-blender, mouse green tea and cookies, turtle deserts, chicken-n-eggs, monkey-sake-sushi, cow morning cereal, and panda kitchen items. This is about as cute as it gets, with the same attention to detail and design you would expect from Re-Ment. Each box in this set includes several miniature items. This purchase is for an individual box (of of 10 total) chosen randomly by the J-List staff.
Number in stock: 5 Weight: 500 g. Price: $26.50 Product type: Revoltech Figure
Similar to the Microman series, the Revoltech features multiple points of articulation (from the hips, ankles, knees, shoulders and waist) to provide a more realistically human form when posing your figures. This absolutely adorable Revoltech figure features Danboo (Danboard) from the wacky comic "Yotsuba to!" The eyes light up to create a more dramatic effect and even comes with an exchangeable head of Miura-chan. Measures 13 cm tall.
FY869Dagashi Shop on 2nd Street -- Full Set *Set of 10* ~ Re-ment Puchi Sample Series
Number in stock: 1 Weight: 300 g. Price: $36.00 Product type: Re-ment Items
The image of Japan is that everything must be exceptionally expensive. However, one of the cheap guilty pleasures od Japan, especially for children, is going to the Dagashiya, a kind of "penny candy" store where sweets and snacks can be had for pocket change, where kids happily load up on goodies. This latest set from Re-ment brings us to the traditional Dagashiya for miniaturized versions of candies and other treats! Ten different sets in all, many fans of Japanese culture and J-List customers will no doubtedly recognize many of the snacks in these sets -- a bottle of ramune, omocha candy, tablet chocolates, even in their parody forms. There's also carrot candy, a box of cola gum, umaibou corn snack tubes, and much much more. Every box is an education in Japanese culture! Bring out the Japanese child in you with this spectacularly detailed miniture set! Each box also includes Re-ment candy. This is for the entire set of 10 in one purchase -- have the entire collection in one shot!
Number in stock: 10 Weight: 180 g. Price: $7.25 Product type: Japanese Eraser Making Kit
Here's another hobby item that's perfect for all fans who want to make their own creations. This fun tool kit set features a variety of tools that you can use to make your own usable erasers. Use while in school, at home, or simply to admire knowing that you made these things with your own bare hands. To create the erasers, simply apply the clay into the molds and design the eraser as you wish, place the creations inside the cup (that looks like a Chinese takeout box) fill with water, heat in the microwave for 5 mins, dump the hot water and cool down with fresh water. This version is a cake bakery set which includes cake case moldings, four colored clay, a cup and various cut outs to bring that more authentic restaurant feel to your creations.
STT184Let's Make Eraser with Microwave ~ Hamburger
Number in stock: 7 Weight: 180 g. Price: $7.25 Product type: Japanese Eraser Making Kit
Here's another hobby item that's perfect for all fans who want to make their own creations. This fun tool kit set features a variety of tools that you can use to make your own usable erasers. Use while in school, at home, or simply to admire knowing that you made these things with your own bare hands. To create the erasers, simply apply the clay into the molds and design the eraser as you wish, place the creations inside the cup (that looks like a Chinese takeout box) fill with water, heat in the microwave for 5 mins, dump the hot water and cool down with fresh water. This version is a hamburger set which includes hamburger and fries case moldings, four colored clay, a cup and various cut outs to bring that more authentic restaurant feel to your creations.
Number in stock: 8 Weight: 400 g. Price: $18.50 Product type: Character Book
The nyanko cats from San-X are an adorable group of felines who love to dress up in kigurimi (full body costumes) of their favorite food items. In this adorable artbook the nyanko mascots head toward "Nyanko Land" a magical theme park where there are tons of rides similar to another famous theme park that starts with
"D" and ends with "isneyland". A picture story based item, starts the nyanko cats planning their trip to the famed theme park and then visiting all the various sites, perfectly capturing their reactions as they ride bumper cars, roller coasters, haunted mansions, and even the joys of lost children who are picked up by their parents. Written for children, it's a great supplemental item for students of beginning and intermediate Japanese to help develop their reading skills or simply to experience the feeling of "Moe" at it's finest. Hardcover.
Number in stock: 4 Weight: 250 g. Price: $38.00 Product type: Traditional Japanese item
Zen Buddhism, a branch of Buddhism which strongly focuses on the practice of meditation which not only has influenced, China, Japan, and Korea, and in modern times, throughout everywhere in the world. Much of the teachings and practices of Zen are valued for its concept as being a "Way of Life" as opposed to being in a state of consciousness which often reinforced aspects of life such as: A life of humility, a life of labor, a life of service, prayer and gratitude, and a life of meditation. Perhaps a philosophy much needed in the chaotic times times that we live in, this shirt makes a great reminder of what is important in life. Made out of 100% soft cotton, this high quality black shirt is wonderfully silkscreened with the complex character for the term "Zen" on front written in a brilliant white colored ink. This high quality T-shirt is shipped from Japan and comes to you in a 2L size , equivalent to a US Mens Extra Large. This is the kind of shirt that's being worn across the streets of Japan, and is perfect for Japanophiles.
Please note, this item is being shipped to you from Japan, please be aware of the corresponding shipping methods and time estimates. This is for a purchase of a size 3L shirt only. (SZXL)
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IVIEW1800HDiView 1800HD HDMI Upscaling DVD Player w/ DIVX & Karaoke
This item is in stock in San Diego. Shipping: $20 Airmail (US/Can) /$48 Intl Price: $78.00 Product type: NTSC/PAL DVD Player (Region free)
J-List's region free DVD players make it easy to enjoy DVDs from every corner of the globe, be it imported anime or "Indies" titles from Japan, Europe-release PAL format discs, or anything. This new player from RJ Tech is loaded with high-end features, including *upscaling* to high-def LCD or Plasma TVs, allowing DVDs to be scaled up to their maximum quality in 720p and 1080i format. It also features an HDMI connection (with included cable), the best way to connect your devices since everything you need is carried through one digital connection. The player also supports MPEG 4 and AVI/XVID files burned onto DVD media, USB drive and SD card video playback, . What more could you ask for in a DVD player?
Peter Says:
What is DIVX? The DIVX standard is a codec for encoding movies and video into extremely small sizes, enabling them to be watched easily on computers with DIVX playback software installed. DIVX movies look great on a computer, but even better when viewed on a TV, with their near-DVD video quality, and this DVD player allows you to burn your favorite movies onto DVD-R media and watch them easily. I love these players because of the many features they offer, even beyond what name-brand players give you, like the ability to throw some JPGs or AVI format movies on a USB drive or SD card and watch them.
For your ordering convenience, this product is stocked in San Diego. It will be speedily shipped to you by our dedicated local staff in San Diego in a protective outer box.
This player features:
• Fully region free operation, out of the box -- nothing to hack or set • Supports HDMI output for video upscaling to 720p/1080i, great for the HD-TV you own now, or might buy in the near future
• HDMI cable is included (a great deal since most players make you buy your own)
• Great feature! Plays DIVX/MPEG4/XviD/MPEG4 format movies, allowing you to burn multiple movies to your DVD-R media and watch them any time you like
• Full compatibility with DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW Playback (supports Video CD 1.1 and 2.0 standards)
• Burn an MP3 DVD-R disc for tons of music to listen to -- use it in lieu of a stereo
• Includes both progressive outputs (Y, Pb, Pr) as well as HDMI for maximum compatibility with high-def TVs now and in the future
• NTSC/PAL/Auto Playback -- use it in both NTSC and PAL countries
• Great feature! This player support Karaoke playback, with two mic inputs and everything you need to control the sound
• Selectable Screen Aspect Radio (4:3 and 16:9) -- full support for widescreen DVDs
• All player controls are replicated on the player itself too, handy if you don't have the remote in hand
• Composite Video output and S-Video Output, component Video output for high-end televisions
• Features support for 5.1 ch surround sound speakers right on the unit -- just hook the speakers via optical or standard plugs • Great feature! Includes a handy USB port on the front for viewing movies or images from a USB drive, and also supports playback from SD/MC/MMC Card!
• Supports Multilingual Dialogue (up to 8 Tracks) and Subtitles • Great feature! Features a Playback Memory Function, remembering where you were automatically
• Multiple angle support, screen zoom, and two mic inputs for karaoke! • Great feature! This DVD player is surround-sound ready, with speaker outs for front, center, side and rear speakers -- just plug them in!
• 3x zooming Playback, slow playback, frame by frame advance, continuous loop mode, parental controls, and more
• Full featured Remote Control w/ separate fast forward/fast back and chapter keys (very important) • Great feature! The player is elegantly designed, with a round LCD display and half height size to look great with your other components
• Dimensions (inch): 17 (W) x 1.5 (H) x 10 (D)
• Dimensions (cm): 43 (W) x 38 (H) x 23 (D)
• Unit Weight: 5.3 lbs. (2.5 KG)
• Auto switch power: AC 110-220V, 50/60Hz (25W Max) with short circuit protection -- great for international use!
• Full English manual included, 1 year manufacturer warranty
• Set includes the DVD player, remote control, batteries for remote, and RCA/HDMI cables to connect the player to your TV
• UPS Ground ship fee is $20 for US/Canada (USPS ship fee is $48 for international)
• Shipped lovingly by our staff in San Diego, and double-packed in an outer box to protect your player. Note: DVD players can only be sent to the billing address on your credit card. Thanks for your understanding.
Note: DVD players can only be sent to the billing address on your credit card.
PAB150The Complete ~ Code Geass Lelouch of the Rebellion R2
Number in stock: 9 Weight: 700 g. Price: $22.00 Product type: Anime art book
Fans of the thrilling and explosively popular anime phenomenon Code Geass rejoice! The second season of the TV anime is covered completely in this comprehensive fan's guide, including in depth character profiles and images, episode summaries, Knightmare Frame design specifications with dozens of design sketches and illustrations, creator interviews, and more. 110 gorgeous A4-size pages (64 color), with dust jacket and wrap-around "obi", from Kadokawa Shoten.
YOYA256Deformed Saber Figure Armor ver. Deformer Mate Series
Number in stock: 2 Weight: 400 g. Price: $88.00 Product type: Fate/Stay Night Figure
Fate/stay night is perhaps the most popular visual novel bishoujo game of the decade, and Saber, its hallmark character, comes alive in three dimensions here as never before! Clad in her trademark armor dress and wielding the sword Excalibur, now you can have her to yourself in this brand new figure by Griffon Enterprises. Part of the Deformer Mate series, creating a much cuter super deformed appearance with large anime style eyes, this nonscale PVC figure is prepainted and ready for display out of the box and measures approximately 15 cm (6 inches). A fantastic item for both fans of Fate/Stay Night, Fate/Hollow Ataraxia, and Type-Moon.
Number in stock: 2 Weight: 600 g. Price: $25.00 Product type: figure magazine
This is issue 30 of the great magazine Figure Maniacs -- the figure, modeler and garage kit lover's bible. For pros and beginners, this book covers a wide range of beautifully sculpted models, figures and garage kits that you can find here in Japan to collect, put together, or just enjoy via this publication. This edition features stunning full-color and up-close photos of anime and game characters like C.C. (Code Geass) Nagi and other characters from Kannagi, Revoltech Robots, Figma action figures and cute Nendoroids Miku Hatsune and many others like the latest figures of Haruhi! Don't miss out on this magazine if you love figures! This issue comes with a special book covering the Event Figure Maniacs with tons of superb bishoujo figures in it!
A great gift idea! Shipping (within USA): $0.00Choose amount Product type: J-List Gift Certificate
Gift the gift of cool things from Japan this year with a gift certificate from J-List! J-List gift certificates are totally customizable -- you can send one to your recipient electronically, with an email sent by us announcing your gift to your recipient and printable PDF file, or optionally, you can have a physical gift certificate sent to the address you specify in a gift box. You can enter the name and email address of your recipient, and send a "brief" personalized message (about 60 characters in length). And J-List gift certificates are easy to use, and can be used on either the jlist.com or jbox.com websites. J-List gift certificates never expire, either -- your recipient can use them any time!
PRE-ORDER NOW Weight: 600 g. Price: $28.00 Product type: art book
This long-awaited, highly-anticipated collection of the work of one of Japan's most famous cyberpunk artists and storytellers is a tour-de-force publicationnot to be missed by fans. An oversized, softcover publication in full-color, thick with CG and traditional illustration styles. Mecha, girls, guns, cyborgs, games, books, military, RPGs, and more with prevailing themes such as police (or public servant) and military. Features tons of illustrations not previously released before and the color variations of other artwork from the Intron Depot series. This premium gallery is a collection of 3 full color comics EXON DEPOT. 88 pages of amazing art by the creator of Ghost in the Shell!
This is a preorder that's set to release near the end of January 2009.
Buy 4 or more manga comics or Queen's Blade books and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)
TRD055OHGI ~ Japanese Fan -- HINOMARU / Japanese Flag
Number in stock: 9 Weight: 150 g. Price: $10.80 Product type: Traditional Japanese item
Here's an attractive item from Japan, a traditional Japanese fan (Ohgi in Japanese) that you can unfold and use anywhere. This particular one is made of a bamboo frame and has a very elegant image of the Hinomaru, or Japanese flag. Great for cosplayers (great for Mai Shiranui), keeping cool, or you can place it on display for a distinctive Japanese style interior. The fan itself is 10" or 27 cm long.
PRIM050ECO-CONSCIOUS Chopsticks with Case & Rest -- SAKURA Pattern
Number in stock: 2 Weight: 120 g. Price: $12.00 Product type: Traditional Japanese item
In Japan, and many places in the world where food is consumed with chopsticks, wooden chopsticks are often provided for customers to use once for their meal and then throw away. But in Japan there is a strong sense of connectedness with nature, especially among the more conscious thirty-something generation. It has become fashionable to bring your own personal chopsticks with you, to do your part in this way to conserve the dwindling resources of mother earth. This is a cool set of natural wooden chopsticks, with a carry case and plastic chopsticks cap (that's designed to also work as a chopsticks rest to keep them off of the table!). The stylish bag rolls up and ties with a string. A really cool and handy set! Made by Japan's own Prime Nakamura company, famous for their high quality bento boxes. This is the pink sakura case version.
JPN016B- Beans ~ Handy Static Electricity Remover Key Chain type
Number in stock: 7 Weight: 100 g. Price: $18.50 Product type: Wacky Item
Nothing is worse when you reach out for a door knob and receive an unexpected shock from static electricity. For those days when you seem to attract more static than you should, this stylish keychain may just be your answer. Measuring 8.5 cm (3.3 inches) in length (including the chain), this keychain ornament is equipped with a plastic plate that you can use to eliminate that static before you get shocked. To use it, just hold the keychain portion in your hand and touch it for the knob for several seconds and the built-up electricity will be absorbed inside the unit, saving you many annoying shocks! Best of all, the electricity stored inside will light up the bean character, signaling that the metal surface is safe to touch.
YOYA474Noa 1/7 Figure by Griffon Enterprise ~ Queen's Blade *Preorder*
PRE-ORDER NOW Weight: 600 g. Price: $105.00 Product type: Queen's Blade Figure
Queen's Blade is a RPG style fighting game revolving around an all female warrior class that must battle every four years, with the victor becoming the all powerful queen throughout the kingdom. Direct from Griffon Enterprises, here comes the Elf character Noa with spear in hand, in a sexy costume that brings this character to life in a 1/7th scale PVC figure that measures 22 cm (8.6 inches). Fully painted and ready to display right out of the box, this fabulous statue is sure to attract the attention of anyone that catches sight of it.
This is a preorder set to release in April 2009. Quantities will be limited so you'll want to place your order before it's too late.
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 550 g. Price: $12.50 Product type: anime magazine
The gorgeous Summer 2008 edition of Megami Creators magazine is here! More than just a magazine, Megammi Creators is really an artbook in disguise. Released quarterly, each issue features the work of many of Japan's top "moe" artists and illustrators, presented in handsome perfect-bound format - no staples here, great for archival collection.
This issue features a special summer "swimsuit" theme, including work from popular bishoujo game artists and doujinshi creators like Iruma Kamiri (Hellabunna), Mizunezumi, Tartan Check, Fuyuno Haruaki, and Takamichi. There's also an exclusive sneak preview of the new Itou Noiji bishoujo game "Flyable Heart" - she's the designer of Haruhi Suzumiya and Shakugan no Shana, so this is one you don't want to miss!
There's more - along with the regular features of several other bishoujo artists there's a full profile with gallery of the works of Shimada Fumikane, famous for his creation of Konami's "Mechamusume" girl/vehicle moe hybrid illustrations, as well as Sky Girls and Strike Witches. Original art from him you'll only be able to see in this issue, so it's a must for fans.
Wondering what Macross Frontier (Macross F) mech girls would look like? This issue's special large poster will tell you, with a great Valkyrie / school swimsuit girl hybrid illustration from moe master Komatsu Eiji. The other side has an original swimsuit-clad beauty from Bekkankou, the artist of Fortune Arterial and Yoake Mae Yori Ruri-Iro Na. A super extra poster you'll want to put up in your room!
All in all a highly recommended item for fans of all things bishoujo and more. Supplement your Megami life with this must-have high quality collector's magazine!
MYN524SF Movie Selection Star Trek vol. 1 Individual
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 70 g. Price: $7.80 Product type: Star Trek Item
Over the years, we've sold some pretty awesome products at J-List, including the popular miniatures of Star Trek ships produced for the domestic market here. Now famous toy maker Konami is bringing their attention to detail in a new line of Star Trek ships that's sure to be treasured by all Star Trek fans. The new series of ships is based on the Star Trek films, and offers incredibly detailed versions of all the vessels you love.
This selection has the U.S.S. Enterprise A, the Enterprise B from Star Trek: Generations, the Enterprise E from The Next Generation, the Enterprise from TOS, the Reliant from Wrath of Kahn, the Klingon Bird of Prey from The Voyage Home, and the deluxe Klingon Battle Cruiser. Each ships are fully painted and detailed and come with individual display bases. This is for the individual box purchase which are picked at random.
J-List Figure Sale! Order 2 or more of these already reduced anime figures and get an additional 10% off! Price automatically adjusted at checkout. Click here to view all the sale items!
TAM141Hello Kitty Sign Board ~ Thank You For Always Keeping it Clean
Number in stock: 1 Weight: 100 g. Price: $2.80 Product type: Kitty Items
For the cute culture and Sanrio fanatic that wants to send out great messages, here's a great sign board for you. Made of a hard plastic material, it measures 15x12 cm (5.9 x 4. inches) and comes with a pink string you can loop through the holes so you can hang the signboard on your door or wall. Perfect if you have a restaurant, invite your friends over, or simply as part of your growing Hello Kitty Shrine. This sign says "Thank You For Always Keeping it Clean."
Number in stock: 2 Weight: 50 g. Price: $2.80 Product type: Kitty Items
Here's an adorable beauty product that's pefect for all your Hello Kitty fans. This is a foot pillow that measures 13 cm (5 inches) across in a pink color and decorated with Kitty-chan. Made of a soft material that you can place in between your toes to keep them comfy while applying nail polish. Comes as a pair. An authentic Sanrio product that's part of the Lovely Heart Collection.
STT201POCCHAMA from Pocket Monster Action Spinning Ball Pen
Number in stock: 6 Weight: 80 g. Price: $7.80 Product type: Pocket Monster
A great pen from the Pokemon (Pocket Monster) anime series, this is the addorable Pocchama Pokemon in a cute decorative pen. Pocchama mascot is perched ontop the ball and will wave it's wings and rotate with every click of the pen. Sure to attract the eye of anyone who is a fan and start an instant conversation. The mascot itself measures 4 cm (1.6 inches) and the pen itself measures a total of 17 cm (6.7 inches). Great for fans of cute culture, Domo-kun, Hello Kitty, Hamutaro (Hamtaro), and San-X as well.
TAM140Hello Kitty Sign Board ~ Please Do Not Smoke
Number in stock: 1 Weight: 100 g. Price: $2.80 Product type: Kitty Items
For the cute culture and Sanrio fanatic that wants to send out great messages, here's a great sign board for you. Made of a hard plastic material, it measures 15x12 cm (5.9 x 4. inches) and comes with a pink string you can loop through the holes so you can hang the signboard on your door or wall. Perfect if you have a restaurant, invite your friends over, or simply as part of your growing Hello Kitty Shrine. This sign says "Please Don't Smoke."
TAM139Hello Kitty Sign Board ~ Do not Drive after Drink Alcohol
Number in stock: 1 Weight: 100 g. Price: $2.80 Product type: Kitty Items
For the cute culture and Sanrio fanatic that wants to send out great messages, here's a great sign board for you. Made of a hard plastic material, it measures 15x12 cm (5.9 x 4. inches) and comes with a pink string you can loop through the holes so you can hang the signboard on your door or wall. Perfect if you have a restaurant, invite your friends over, or simply as part of your growing Hello Kitty Shrine. This sign says not to drive after drinking.
This item is in stock in San Diego. Shipping: $8 Airmail (US/Can) Price: $32.00 Product type: Handmade Anime Mask
J-List is happy to make this great limited edition Anbu mask available to our customers, a great item for collectors everywhere! A fabulous high quality mask hand-made from injected plastic which is very thick and durable, this mask is designed to give you many years of great service whether it's worn at Halloween or anime conventions, or displayed in your room. It also features a heavy duty strap attached with scuba divers' glue as well as black block coverings for the eyes, so you can see out with the mask on but others can't see in. The mask comes in a thick protective plastic package and will be lovingly shipped in a sturdy box to you by our staff in San Diego. Stock of this item is limited so order your excellent Anbu mask today!
For your convenience, this item ships out of San Diego.
