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Online Japanese import game shop in Japan. Nintendo, SEGA, SNK, Sony, more. Also curated selection of Japanese music. Follow for updates. Site: https://japanretrodirect.ocnk.com Worldwide shipping Info: https://japanretrodirect.ocnk.com/news-detail/12

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · Aug 29

OK, some possibly good news (in a bad situation). I just contacted Yamato and they will still ship to the US. It's a very expensive method for small orders (1-2 games) but it's a flat fee up to 2kg. So orders of 7+ games often come out cheaper than airmail. But please read the next post (1/2)

Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · Aug 26

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR US CUSTOMERS

As of this week, Japan post, is suspending all shipments to the US “Due to Changes in U.S. Customs and Regulations” the were the result of an executive order. Therefore I have removed all Japan Post shipping options to the United States.

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 1h

Just fantastic stuff today. Panzer Dragoon 1 and 2 on Sega Saturn. 2 Ninja Turtles Famicom Beat 'em ups. A CD by the "queen of City Pop", Mariya Takeuchi and another by a group I recommend called Orange Pekoe. Also weird Simple series games and Sakura Wars 2!

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 3h

Got to meet him once. I wish I would have talked more but I was too nervous.

Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 12h

Great pick-ups! And I am happy to hear Yamato is still arriving quickly. Enjoy the games!

Nic McConnell @mcconnell.bsky.social · 12h

Shopping with @japanretrodirect.bsky.social is awesome - great prices, cool selection and everything is shipped and packaged super nicely. Here’s what I received today

Japanese games-
Mario Tennis for N64
Tamagotchi game boy
Popn music 10 ps2
A game for ps2 I don’t remember the name of but it has two guys with paint brushes
Two different diaogosso band brothers games for DS
DDR PlayStation
Coolboarders “killing session” lol what a name
Smash court for PlayStation
Chu Chu Rocket Dreamcast
Pen pen TriIcelon Dreamcast

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 1d

Interesting mix of games and music today. Some restocks of popular items and a few things I rarely have on the site. For example this is the first copy of Zelda DX I have listed in almost 2 years. Thank you everyone for your support.

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 1d

12 hours remaining on the discount.

Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 2d

Tomorrow is the last day to use the discount code “BSTariffRefund”to save 15% off your order and take the sting off of the tariffs. After that, I hope that you will continue to support my store at its normal prices. I promise I will do my best to keep them as low as I can.
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Japan Retro Direct: Retro Video Games Direct From Japan

We sell Japanese video games from Nintendo, Sony, NEC, SEGA, SNK, etc. and send them right to your door.

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 1d

Great! Send me a mail or DM. I have a CD set aside for you and I can help you if you want to add anything to the order.

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 2d

Japan Retro Direct: Retro Video Games Direct From Japan

We sell Japanese video games from Nintendo, Sony, NEC, SEGA, SNK, etc. and send them right to your door.

japanretrodirect.ocnk.com

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 3d

Looks like there is some progress with shipping to Canada. Researching now.

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Nic McConnell @mcconnell.bsky.social · 4d

Japan Retro Direct does great work and offers cool stuff at extremely fair prices. I know tariffs are a (profoundly stupid) thing but please do support if you can!

Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 4d

Excellent restocks today. Both Famicom Goonies games, The PS1 Dead or Alive, Fighting vipers and Nights on Saturn. Gran Turismo 2, and more. A lot of must-have games. Also, until Tuesday you can use the discount code “BSTariffRefund” and save 15% if you choose.

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 4d

Yeah, I’ve been getting a few from the UK. Also, France in Germany have really been helping a lot.

Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 4d

After Tuesday I am not sure what will happen. I can't afford to keep the sale going indefinitely (my margins are low) But I have hope that things will get better. I have been receiving so much support from people here and I am thankful for the orders I get. Because I know it's hard to make them now.

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 4d

Thank you for asking. It's been rough. In the weeks after tariffs started my sales dropped to basically zero. Canadians were keeping me going and now they have a postal strike. But right now I am getting some sales because I am eating the tariffs and offering 15% off. But that ends Tuesday...

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 5d

It’s kinda a side quest. Music doesn’t sell well on the store compared to the games. But I am obsessed with Japanese music and I love adding to my little curated section when I have time. I give each CD a mini-review too.

But yeah.. tell a friend!

Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 5d

Everything listed today is Japanese music or music related games. Some of my favorite artists. Cocco, Love Psychedelico, Amuro Namie, Puffy, Asian Kung-Fu Generation. And I am bias, but I think the prices are not bad.

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 6d

Also some great Jpop/Jrock. Orange Range, Love Psychedelico, Orange Pekoe, Puffy and Beat Crusaders. I'll test these this weekend and put them up.

Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 6d

City pop get!

Found albums by Mariya Takeuchi, Tatsuro Yamashita and Anri.

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 6d

Great! Thank you. I'll get those shipped out soon.

Kl🎃kwurk @klokwurk.bsky.social · 6d

Grabbed me some goodies!

Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 6d

LOL. This one is “Sunflower”. I need new glasses.

Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 6d

More restocks. Great games. Great tunes. Ellegarden - Bring Your Board!! is one of my favorites. Also a new series of puffy Pokemon stickers. Remember Bluesky friends, there are still 5 days to (optionally) use the discount code “BSTariffRefund” and save 15%

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 6d

This one?

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 6d

A true hidden gem that I have been recommending to people for ages. Happy more people get to try it now!

Damnedto Hellgore 💀 @elmore.zone · 6d

I picked this up on a whim from @japanretrodirect.bsky.social a while back. It's an old game freak joint that makes a great case for the mouse peripheral. It's also just really cute. Glad more people might stumble into Mario & Wario now lol.

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 8d

Sorry for the lack of new listings for the last few days. Here are some nice restocks and a few new listings. Remember there is still a week left to take advantage of the 15% off coupon for Bluesky followers. (Use the code “BSTariffRefund” on checkout)

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com

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Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 9d

OK, set aside. Some more music on the way too. :)

Japan Retro Direct @japanretrodirect.bsky.social · 9d

OK, I shipped every completed order this morning. For those shipping via Yamato, I will get your tracking numbers to you soon. For the orders still in progress or ones to Canada that need to be adjusted, I will be contacting you.

Thank you everyone!

Back to listings.. Good stuff in the pipeline.