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Japan Retro Direct
@japanretrodirect.bsky.social
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
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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)
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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News - Japan Post
www.post.japanpost.jp
Oh, and if you are bored (or need a break from the family), I'll be streaming an about 15 min.

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I FINALLY got a Switch 2.... So let's stream Switch ONE games.
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November 28, 2025 at 3:30 AM
To all my American friends. I know this year has been rough for many of you. But I hope you still have many things and people to be thankful for this year. Let’s look forward to next year with the belief that things will improve. Happy Thanksgiving!
November 28, 2025 at 12:10 AM
People really snapped up those boxed N64 games I put up yesterday. Today I have some boxed Super Famicom games. I expect these might go quickly too considering it's some of the best games on the platform. Also some PS2 restocks and 2 games never in the shop before.

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com
November 27, 2025 at 4:44 AM
Lots of boxed N64 games today. I don't list boxed stuff so often because it's getting harder to find but I was happy to get these recently. Also some great music(hide and Otsuka Ai), a PC Engine platformer I haven't had on the site before and some PS2 restocks.

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com
November 26, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Shipping the 3 Yamato orders today. I know it’s a really difficult and costly time to order things from Japan right now. So I really appreciate these. Thank you.
November 26, 2025 at 4:39 AM
Just added some more hide.

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November 25, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Thank you so much. I’ll get that packed up right away.
Another snail mail box of PS2 RPG's ordered from @japanretrodirect.bsky.social

Can't wait for the surprise in a few months, couldn't recommend it enough.
November 25, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Even more listings. A few of these games haven't been in stock for years. Grab the ones you want.

And a reminder, Japan Post is shipping to Canada again.

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com
November 24, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Almost every item listed today is new to the site. There are some great games: King of Fighters 2000, Final Fight Guy and Street Fighter III: 3rd STRIKE. But today's update is mostly music. Perfume, zilch, hitomi, Utada, Bennie K and City Pop Queen Mariya Takeuchi.

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com
November 24, 2025 at 7:22 AM
November 24, 2025 at 5:25 AM
It’s a national holiday here in Japan. I’m in the process of testing and listing a freaking ton of games and CDs. Should be some nice stuff coming up.
November 24, 2025 at 4:56 AM
Thank you so much! I know the tariffs suck but thank you for supporting me despite them. Enjoy the games and music!
Another amazing haul from @japanretrodirect.bsky.social great selection of games: a Famicom cart, some Super Famicom, Game Boy, DS and a few music CDs.

A great experience again, top-notch service and a fun selection to pick from, well worth it, even those tariffs, always fun to look forward to.
November 23, 2025 at 2:36 AM
Another great update. Sailor Moon and Flopon for 3DO. All PS1 Final Fantasy games, Both Ouendan games. A 1st print copy of Hitomi's album Traveler w/ DVD. Grandia for Sega Saturn and Star Ocean for PS1.

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com
November 21, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Going live in about 15 minutes to test and play some 3DO stuff. Join is you have time. Might be a fun one.

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Vinnk Plays 3DO!
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November 21, 2025 at 4:06 AM
Finally some good news. While I can still only ship via Yamato to the US, Japan Post will resume packages to Canada. I am shipping to all the Canadian customers who chose to have me hold their packages rather than refund. I will get them out today. Also updating shipping options on the site now.
November 20, 2025 at 4:32 AM
Such a great update today. Not only some of the best Sega Saturn games like Sakura Wars, Vampire Hunter, and the GOAT Saturn Bomberman. Also some great tunes by the Pillows, Do as Infinity and some City Pop artists.

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com
November 20, 2025 at 3:39 AM
All Dreamcast today. One of my all time favorite systems. Sonic Adventure, FROM Software's Frame Gride, Phantasy Star Online, Virtual-On, Shenmue, Virtua Fighter 3 and more.

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com
November 19, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Restocks and new listings today. Lots of good Sega Saturn stuff like Fighters Megamix, Virtual-On, Fighting Vipers, Slayers. Also some good tunes and other games.

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com
November 18, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Feeling sad today due to the loss of the amazing @burgerbecky.bsky.social so I am distracting myself by listing games. Beyond my own personal donation, I will donate a portion of my November sales to her funeral fund.

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com
November 18, 2025 at 4:40 AM
I am so sorry that took so long. Sadly, it's out of my hands now whenever I ship to the United States. But glad to know it arrived safely and in good condition. Really good stuff in there. I hope you enjoy it!
In lighter news, a care package from @japanretrodirect.bsky.social finally made it across the ocean today after disappearing into tariff hell for who knows how long 🙏
November 17, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Love it! And good choice. Asian Kun-Fu Generation covers are truly art.
November 17, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Woah! I just hit 2k followers! It happened both faster and more enjoyably than it did on that old site. Anyway, with all these new people I think it is time to share the Import Gamers Starter Pack again. Spread it around, suggest someone I should add. Follow great people!

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November 16, 2025 at 12:43 PM
OK, let's get some more game and music restocks up. Lots to love today. Rez on the PS2, Bayonetta, That weird Wii game with the human/bug people, Suzumiya Haruhi for PSP and great tunes by Ayumi Hamasaki and the Pillows.

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com
November 16, 2025 at 8:18 AM
Weekend listings. Mostly restocks, but a few of these I have not had on the site before. Check out the Evangelion music game made by Suda 51. Also the Weird Mario Kart clone Astro Go! Go!

Site: japanretrodirect.ocnk.com
November 15, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Thank you so much for the shoutout! Glad to hear you are enjoying the game.
Hey, it’s random game Saturday!

Here’s Hatsune Miku: Project Diva f for the Vita. It has World’s End Dance Hall on the song list, which is enough to make me happy. This was part of a recent order from @japanretrodirect.bsky.social, whose reasonable prices and good service deserve shouting out.
November 15, 2025 at 8:58 AM