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Japanese Backpack Brands: PORTER, anello, Randoseru & More
Japanese backpack brands compared: PORTER, anello, master-piece, Ace, mont-bell and leather makers, plus what a randoseru is and what one…
Japanese Cast Iron Teapot & Tetsubin: Iwachu, Oigen, Nambu
Japanese cast iron teapots vs tetsubin kettles: Iwachu, Oigen, Kamasada and Nambu tekki makers, Japanese listing terms, care and buying…
B5 Paper Size: JIS vs ISO and Japanese Paper Sizes (cm, in)
B5 paper size explained: JIS B5 is 182 × 257 mm (7.17 × 10.12 in) while ISO B5 is 176…
Japanese Wallet Brands: Leather, Mini Wallets & Coin Purses
Japanese wallet brands compared: Tsuchiya Kaban, GANZO, Yuhaku, PORTER, Hender Scheme, Inden-ya, HERZ and abrAsus, with picks by format and…
Japanese Glassware Brands: Edo Kiriko, Whiskey, Sake Glasses
Japanese glassware brands compared: Kagami Crystal, Sghr, Hirota, HARIO and Kimura, plus Edo Kiriko vs Satsuma Kiriko for whiskey and…
Christmas Gifts From Japan (2026): Japanese Gift Ideas and When to Order
Christmas gifts from Japan for 2026: Japan-only anime figures, a Hobonichi Techo 2027, regional Kit Kats and Seki knives, plus…
Japan Post Shipping to the US Resumed: EMS DDP & Costs
Japan Post shipping to the US is back: EMS DDP for parcels declared at USD 2,500 or less, duties prepaid.…
How to Buy From Lashinbang Overseas (2026): Used Anime Goods, Condition and Shipping Guide
How to buy from Lashinbang overseas: the Japanese chain sells pre-owned anime, comic and game goods. We cover search, condition…
Ita Bag Size Guide (2026): A4 vs A3, Inserts, Pin Layouts and Plush Display Bags
Choose an ita bag by usable window size, compare A4 vs A3, calculate pin layouts, select inserts, secure acrylic goods…
Oshi Plush and Nui Clothes Size Guide (2026): 10cm vs 15cm vs 20cm, Shoes and Pouches
Measure oshi plush and nui clothes correctly: 10 cm vs 15 cm vs 20 cm sizing, shoes, hoods, pouches, Japanese…