Here are today's "really cool products" that I've picked out for you, out of the 30+ new items we've added to the J-List and JBOX.com sites today. Note that some products may be "not safe for work" but that all links will allow you to redirect yourself either to the J-List or JBOX.com websites. To see all the J-List products, check out J-List or the JBOX.com updated products link. Comptiq with Lucky Star Calendar Awesome new issue of Comptiq, beloved of moe fans everywhere. You always get great free stuff with these magazines, and this issue is extra special, with the *free* Lucky Star monthly calendar. Ge Maga ~ Game Magazine Apr 2010 New issue of Ge Maga, or Game Magazine, which follows all the hottest games, including all the top consoles and portable games. Info on the Miku Hatsune arcade came in this issue! Rilakkuma iPod Cases are Kawaii! Our line of iPod product is really exploding, and today we're posting several kawaii Rilakkuma cases for the current iPod nano. Have the most original iPod case anywhere! Yotsubato Daily School Calendar 2010 Great news -- we got the Yotsuba 2010 calendar in stock today, and it's a really special item. Bad news -- 94% of them sold to preorder customers, so we only have a few left. Don't miss this outstanding item! SUMMER WARS (Blu-ray Disc) The anime film everyone is talking about is Summer Wars, one of the most original and beautiful films since Spirited Away -- it's that awesome. And we just happen to have the new Blu-Ray boxed set for your viewing enjoyment. Anime Artbooks Restocked Then see fresh stock of some nice artbooks, including the Moe Moe Military Encyclopedia, the Gurren Lagann Official Movie Fanbook, plus several gorgeous Queen's Blade books. Kanji Practice for Adult ~ Revised Edition Learn Japanese with your Nintendo DS, using the newly revised kanji training program we just got in stock. Restocked DS Games, Too Also, see fresh stock of the kawaii Shugo Chara DS game and The IDOLMASTER Dearly Stars games, which we got in stock today. Hokuto Musou ***Preorder*** Fist of the North Star is the legendary fighting manga/anime from the 80s that's part homage to The Road Warrior, and all awesome. The new PS3 game is going to rock our world, so we're posting it for preorder now. KAO LIESE Hair Designing Jelly ~ Multi Accent J-List caries some really amazing Japanese hair-care products, and the new Hair Designing Jelly from KAO is in stock for you today. See them on the Fashion & Beauty page. New Snacks from Japan Be healthy with the new BalanceUp fiber bars w/ cream in the middle -- Black Sesame flavored! Also, Milk Caramel Pocky, Strawberry Ramune Candy and an awesome item, Lotte Xylotol Ginger Ale Gum! Kitakata Noodle FURIKAKE (Fukushima) Yum! A new flavor of furikake powder that you sprinkle over rice, this time with the flavor of Kitakata Ramen from Kyushu. Also restocked, several flavors of Food Drops candies, including Cherry Boy (heh). Hello Kitty Slim 2 Tier Bento Box, Sanrio Chopsticks Got another Hello Kitty bento box for you, a nice 2-tier model with everything you need for a satisfying bento lunch experience. Also: matching chopsticks w/ case. Restocked Bento Boxes, Too Other popular bento boxes are restocked today, including the amazing stacking bento boxes from Hakoya and the kawaii Panda Paws bento from Prime Nakamura. NORI-PIYO Egg Carrying Case Neat! It's an carrying case for a hard-boiled egg for bento fans that's modeled after my favorite onigiri bento case, the Norio Angry Face item. Deco Onigiri and Chirashi for Beginners Here's a super Japanese book that shows you how to make "deco" (decoration) onigiri in many cute shapes, using great ingredients like rice, nori and vegetables to create cute shapes. Totoro Bento Boxes, Plush Toys Restocked The nice Totoro Tight Bento Box is back in stock, which is great since it's one of my favorites. Also, several great Totoro and Cat Bus plush toys back on the site. Hello Kitty Bento & Kitchen Products We love Hello Kitty items for your kitchen, and today we're posting some really special items, including the Hello Kitty Sandwich Shaper which "seals" your sandwich closed in a cute shape, plus Hello Kitty Training Chopsticks and the Muffin Mold. Mousse-chan Fuwa-Fuwa Paper Clay Refill ~ Basic White For fans of our "paper clay" mold toys, which make it fun to create your own detailed toys in many shapes, enjoy this refill clay. Back King Bath Tablets Also, see fresh stock of the fizzing bath tablets that also make your bath a very pleasant experience. To use, fill the bath and then get in, dropping one of the tablets in the water. As it fizzes, the bubble will make you feel great. 20 tablets included! Japonica KOKUGO / Japanese Writing Notebook J-List carries books to help you practice your Japanese, like the new kokugo (lit. "national language," e.g. Japanese) book for practicing Japanese writing. Restocked Study & Traditional Items Fun random Japanese items for you, including the Natural Wooden Study Puzzle for learning hiragana, a Ninja Phone Strap, Shinsengumi Happi kimono and shodo calligraphy set. Simple Stripe Rice Bowl Sometimes simple is best, like this really nice rice bowl for enjoying any kind of Japanese food. Magical UKIYOE GEISHA Transforming Towel An interesting towel from Japan which features a beautiful image of a geisha -- the towel actually transforms when it gets wet. Samurai Sword Keychain You never know when you'll be attacked by little ninjas, so be prepared with the ornate Samurai Sword Keychain we're posting today, which is also great for opening boxes, letter and stuff. Hello Kitty Chirimen SAKURA Tote Bag See fresh stock of our popular Hello Kitty plush bag that's large enough to be a main take-anywhere bag for most women. It's made of chirimen, the fabric kimonos are made from, and it's fabulous. Four colors are back in stock. ToraDora! Strap Collection Set of 7 **Preorder** I am a huge fan of Toradora!, the show about life, love and tsundere, and we've posted these cool keychains featuring 7 different characters. Awesome Queen's Blade Figures, Artbooks Then, for Queen's Blade fans we have not one but two artbooks posted for preorder, the lovely dwarf twins and Fighting Lady Lili, plus a super ecchi figure of Leina. Saya Tokido 1/8 Figure ~ Little Busters **Preorder** Next, a dynamite figure from Little Busters, this is Saya who is holding a gun and wearing a torn school uniform, a pretty awesome combination. EROS 1000 Complete set ~ Osamu Tezuka Osamu Tezuka is the "God of Manga" who created everything from Astro Boy to Jungle Emperor Leo (Kimba the White Lion), but he also created a lot of awesome ecchi works, which are compiled into these two volumes (1000 pages). Neat! Yuri Manga from Japan Also, we love yuri, the genre of girls who fall in love with other girls, and we've posted a sweet new work called Sky-Colored Girlfriend Rikachi. Japanese Eroge In Stock Check out the delicious Image-Ex, a photorealistic CG animated game made by a doujin software studio -- full motion! Also see fresh stock of Real Kanojo. Sumire Portrait Studio An innovative stress relief novelty toy that lets you be with your virtual girlfriend Sumire (su-mi-reh, it means "violet" like the flower). Super realistic feel, lotion and collectible cards inside. Bible Black Stress Toys, More Restocked The popular Bible Black novelty toys are restocked today, including the Kaori Saeki Cup simulator, plus the A10 and R-1 advanced toys from Rends.
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Twitterer JLSkun, of anime blog The Golden Waste, tweeted some interesting news recently that was caught by Nebs. Apparently his local MovieStop shop is listing a preorder for The Girl Who Leapt Through Time director Mamoru Hosoda's latest film, Summer Wars, with a release date in August. No distributor was listed, and JLSkun reported that it and the other preorders he spotted were all removed when he checked back later.  MYSTEEEEERIOUS! The Girl Who Leapt Through Time was handled in North America by Bandai Entertainment; on the other hand Manga Entertainment has picked up Summer Wars for the UK, so we'll see who snatches it here later. (If you want my bet, I'd lean towards Manga, but on the other hand, BEI has worked with Manga Entertainment for titles like Gurren Lagann, so it could even be a combo thereof...assuming it's not some other company entirely!) MovieStop, if you're curious, is apparently an offshoot from GameStop, but not a very common one-- there aren't any in California, for example.  Also listed are Xam'd: Lost Memories, a sci-fi anime which was simulcast in the US via the PSN, for August 10th-- 13 episodes on DVD for $49.98 or Blu-Ray for $99.98 --and the anime adaptation of the movie Ultraviolet, titled Ultraviolet 044, twelve episodes for $59.98 on DVD or $99.98 on Blu-Ray, due July 13th. These two both did have distributors listed: Sony. Now,  the likelihood of Summer Wars being licensed is pretty much 100%, it's just a matter of when. And a summer release sounds about right, don't you think?    As for the rest of it, only time will tell!  How badly do you want to see Summer Wars?
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If you can date a fictional character, or the said fictional character happened to exist in real-life, which character would you like to date? Last year I posted 10 female anime characters I want to date, and now here is the list of 10 female anime characters I want to date for 2010! XD#10 Temari from Naruto#9 Ichinose Kotomi from Clannad#8 Sengoku Nadeko from Bakemonogatari#7 Lucy Heartphilia from Fairy Tail#6 Mio from K-ON!#5 Yoko Littner from Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann#4 Jessica Ushiromiya from Umineko no Naku Koro ni#3 Anzu from Hanamaru Youchien#2 Suzumiya Haruhi#1 Izumi KonataDo you have anyone in your head? Mind sharing with me your list of male/female anime characters you want to date? XD
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Gainax loves me, This I know, Because the internet tells me so.   Gurren Lagann: Parallel Works, was a series of animated music videos, pairing brand new animation with the existing soundtrack of the series. Of course, to sweeten the deal, there is an underlying theme of parallel universes, that each takes place in... which I love.   <object width="640px" height="513px"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/yvsvvTPYn20&amp;hl=en_US&amp;fs=1&amp;"> </param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"> </param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"> <embed wmode="transparent" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/yvsvvTPYn20&amp;hl=en_US&amp;fs=1&amp;" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="640px" height="513px"> </embed></param><param value="transparent" name="wmode"> </param></object>    The first set involved one short set in a very traditional looking fantasy setting, while another took place in a world where the Gunmen transform into giant pinball machines. These themes will carry over the recently announced Parallel Works 2: Project Encore, and I couldn't be more excited. These fun endeavors really help illustrate Gainax's devotion to their IPs, and have found a way to make quality merchandise that doesn't compromise the integrity of its source material.   Expect Parallel Works 2 to land May 26.
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In my experience, I am often drawn towards collectibles by the source material. What usually happens is: I watch an anime, like it, and decide to get something nice to remember it by. However, there are times when the opposite is true: I see a figure, model or toy that looks so good that I am compelled to check out the source material before ultimately giving in. Yukimura doesn’t seem to know too many words, but he makes good mileage out of the few he does know. The subject of this week’s review – the Revoltech Sanada Yukimura (Limited White Ver.) – belongs to this latter category. Despite having dropped the anime Sengoku Basara, this toy dragged me by the ears to pick it back up again and changed my entire opinion of it. Just before committing to buy this toy along with the Revoltech Date Masamune (to be covered in a future review) however, I conveniently received the duo as presents for my birthday. Well, a good present deserves a good review – and what a good present it is! With the exception of one significant flaw, the Revoltech Sanada Yukimura proves that the Yamaguchi Revoltech line is no slouch when it comes to non-mecha figures. First Impressions “The less it covers, the more armour rating it has.” This tried-and-true maxim of MMORPGs seems to have affected the character design of Yukimura. Standing fearlessly with his exposed chest in his fire-patterned clothes, Yukimura embodies what is to be expected from Sengoku Basara – a ridiculous and over-the-top take on the Warring States period of Japanese history. Though the original design of the character featured a primarily red colour scheme, this limited version of the figure opts for a more neutral white colour scheme. The question of “which one is better” is a purely subjective question. Personally, while I find the white colour scheme more dignified, the fire patterns on the clothing makes more sense in the red version, taking my preference by a very narrow margin. The proportions of Yukimura are highly stylized in keeping with the rest of the Yamaguchi Revoltechs. His lean torso and powerful legs along with his washboard abs paints a picture of strength and ferocity – two very relevant keywords for the character. To top it off, his flowing rattail and headband are evidently too badass to stay still. They look great both in action poses and static poses, though they do tend to get in the way if you want to display the figure in close proximity with others. Closer Look Although the details on Yukimura’s outfit are fairly complex, they are very well-executed. The metal studs on his shoulders are all very neatly painted, and the black spots on his belt and tasset armour don’t look shabby either. Even his necklace and the golden emblems on his back are virtually flawless. The lower portions of his tasset armour and his shirt are made of a softer material to facilitate unobstructed articulation. Yukimura is not exempt from usual problem of injection marks in action figures. They appear most noticeably on his forearms and on the back of his hands. Some clear glue stains can also be found on his chest under close observation. Thankfully, these small flaws are not enough to subtract from the overall appearance of the toy. Sadly, Yukimura’s near-flawless track record is shattered by his alternate face. While the default face features a simple but stern expression, the alternate yelling face is hilariously bad. The combination of his sunken cheeks and lack of clearly-visible teeth makes Yukimura appear to be in dire need of dentures. I hope the Takeda clan offers a good dental plan. Accessories For weapons, Yukimura comes with two spearheads, two regular-length spear shafts, and a combined version of both spear shafts. Though very long, the combined shaft is not actually twice as long as the regular shafts; it accepts spear heads on both ends, where as the regular version only accepts the spearhead on one end. The spear shafts consist of intervals of red and brown portions separated by brass-coloured rings. The oversized spear heads fit comfortably onto the shafts. Each spearhead features an oversized blade and a golden guard beneath. Both parts are painted with a metallic finish and look quite nice. Yukimura comes with only two pairs of hands – closed fists and hands meant to grip the spears. Fitting the spear shafts into the hand is initially a difficult task due to the tightness of the fit. The hot water tricks definitely recommended here. As you play more with the toy, this problem gradually disappears. The traditional Revoltech display base is given a makeover in recent releases. In addition to the change from black to clear-coloured plastic, an additional segment and revolver joint is included to improve the functionality of the base greatly. However, my favourite addition is undoubtedly the stabilizer piece meant to help the figure stand on its feet. Not only does it work like a charm, but it is also shaped like a miniature explosion or a comic FX – perfect for all the dynamic action poses this figure is capable of. Articulation Both the headband and the rattail are attached to the back of Yukimura’s head via small nubs, allowing them to be twisted into different positions on a single rotational axis. The hairpiece to which the rattail is attached to is able to swing downwards, giving you more options to position the rattail when the neck is bent forward. A robust neckpiece conceals a double revolver joint, giving Yukimura’s neck a great deal of freedom The shoulders and elbows are exactly would you would expect from Revoltech figures – very stiff and very articulate. Due to the open design of his shoulders, there are virtually no limits to its range of movement. The wrists depart from traditional Revoltech designs in the lack of the use of revolver joints. Instead, the Revoltech Sanada Yukimura uses Figma-styled hands that only have two axis of articulation rather than three. Thankfully in Yukimura’s case, this change of wrist design is a non-issue. The spear-wielding hands are able to point the spears forward to a great degree, while the fists are able to bend inwards and outwards A revolver joint connect the torso to the hips, while each leg is connected via a pair of swivel joints. While these joints are not as tight as the revolver joints, they offer the precision need to position the legs the angles needed for standing poses, and thus they avoid the pitfall faced by the Gurren Lagann and TTGL Revoltech figures. The knee articulation of Yukimura is nothing short of amazing. The use of large double revolver joints allows the knee to bend the full 180 degrees in spite of large thigh pieces! The ankles are the usual fare, housing one revolver joint that is sturdy but imprecise. Thankfully, the aforementioned hips help greatly to mitigate this problem. Final Say When I first saw the Revoltech Sanada Yukimura on the internet, I was convinced it would be a kick-ass toy. Now as an owner of the toy, I can confidently say confirm my initial reaction. This guy is not only incredibly fun to play with, but also looks great no matter what pose you put him in. Furthermore, the fun factor grows exponentially with the addition of the Revoltech Date Masamune into the picture. If only the yelling did not make me immediately think of my grandfather, I would say the Revoltech Yukimura is pretty much perfect for an action figure of his price range. At the time of this writing, the regular colour versions of Sanada Yukimura and Date Masamune are on sale at Otacute for $12.50 US, while the white versions are $19.50. If I were you, I wouldn’t let this monster Bargain pass! Pros Superb articulation Sharp execution of paint details Foot stabilizer works well and looks even better Cons Alternate yelling face is hilariously awful
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With the unstoppable onslaught of irresistibly cute trap Hideyoshi from “Baka To Test To Shoukanjuu”, I’d near forgotten an anime DVD set was due out for the hilarious yuri/trap comedy “Maria†Holic”. After spotting the release advertised at Archonia, didn’t hesitate and soon purchased it, seeing the price was quite fair to boot. Released by Sentai Filmworks, the [...]
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To an extent there’re a certain element of Greek Mythology with this animation for instance the virus who turn people to stone by drying up their cell are called “Medusa Virus” while Zeus was playing eroge games at the corner of his house.. LOL! On a thought, will it be a painful experience or a [...] Related posts:2012 The Movie. It Was Epic! Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann – The Movie: Ragan-hen It's Not Hard To Differentiate Between Avatars
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Bandai is going to release the Chouzoukei Damashii Gurren Lagann ( 超造形魂でグレンラガン ) trading figure from the anime “Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann”. Will be released in May 2010. Total 9 kinds. Each figure around 110mm tall, 650 yen each. There are 9 different kinds in total but we only have 7... **This is a content summary only. Please visit Nekomagic for full content!**
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Medium: Manga (12 volumes) Genre: Adventure, Fantasy Author: Osamu Tezuka Original Run: 1967 – 1988 (Various Pubs–JPN) Released: Mar 2003 (Viz Media–NA/UK) Age Rating: Rating Unknown As legend has it, the phoenix is an immortal bird reborn in fire, ever watching over man and making jest of our race against death. Legend also mentions that Osama Tezuka passed away before he was able to complete the epic bearing the same name. Even with its tremendous first volume, the Kami no Manga's (Ed: “god of manga”) ambitious epic weaves a story with as much humor and pathos as classical Greek drama with the flair we expect from the master storyteller. Volume one of Phoenix is aptly named “Dawn.” It tells the story of man’s struggle against the harsh world of the third century B.C. through the fall of a nation and the rise of hope in humanity. The title character, the phoenix herself, is seen only a handful of times, though her presence is always felt and her influence on human desire is enough to change the world. She is hunted for the belief that drinking her blood will bestow immortality and becomes a Holy Grail that inspires maddening passion. Like many of his historically set works, Tezuka takes a lot of creative license to explore rumor through his cast of stock characters. Many of the human characters are reincarnated repeatedly to emphasize the theme of longevity and the repetitious nature of humanity. Mankind’s ultimate blight of futility is its struggle and campaign to possess the phoenix for reasons both noble and selfish. The final goal of every character, which demonstrates Tezuka’s brilliance at working from a theme, is to ensure a legacy: a reputation, a clan, or one’s place in history. The mystic queen Himiko seeks to battle off the leg-humping dog of aging. The warrior-slave Nagi seeks the power to become his own man. His captor, the mighty general Saruta, trains Nagi to become his heir and son, a minute, personal legacy compared to the bloody Manifest Destiny of the villainous conqueror Ninigi. According to my research, the other eleven volumes of Phoenix roam between the extreme future and the ancient past, each regressing until they reach their pinnacle story during the “present” of the mid-1980’s. That is the intrinsic genius of Tezuka: to craft a story of human legacy that reaches beyond imagination, only to climactically conclude while staring you dead in the face, questioning the cost and worth of our own legacy. From a technical direction, “Dawn” is nearly flawless. Tezuka’s framing may appear flat and cartoony to Western readers, but his panel pacing is uncanny. Three panels may take you inside a volcano, straight into a hurricane, or deeper into Saruta’s eyes as tears well inside them. There is a wonderful balance between large and small panels, between close-ups and cinematic landscapes. Larger events, such as the massacre of Nagi’s village by Saruta’s people, and then later Saruta’s national battle against Ninigi’s army, are given additional depth by the personal stake of the characters. Few manga writers truly understand the important balance of plot and character the way Tezuka did. For him they dance and flow as smoothly as his action lines. I wouldn’t be Uncle Yo if I didn’t mention the small touches of humor that round out the story so well. Tezuka is famous for putting himself into his works as a supporting character or as an incidental gag. He appears twice in volume one, enjoying a soak in a volcanic lake, and waiting in line for a public restroom. During a training scene in which Nagi masters the bow and arrow, a pack of wolves charge him in every style known to man: from Kabuki to Disney-style. My favorite satirical moment comes in the treatment of the selfish Queen Himiko, whose orders are given in the same costume and language of Adolf Hitler, then Mussolini, then Napoleon. Even humorous parody can be used to demonstrate Phoenix’s theme of man’s repetitious behavior. A tyrant, in any time or by any name, is still a tyrant. In the end, the firebird is as elusive and free as the wind that carries her, and her enduring presence is the greater metaphor for man’s quest for legacy. And as a fitting conclusion, the story comes full circle with a secret tribe of man (founded by one the spy and renegade character Em Dee,) sends its eldest son to climb beyond the fertile womb of their enclosed mountain valley and into the blinding light of the sun. It is a marvelous shock as mankind is given another chance at rebirth, to carry forward, to persevere against hardships. For fans of that first episode of Gurren Lagann, you’ll find a striking parallel in composition and theme, for at the story’s end the adventure only begins anew, and the ballad of the phoenix rises for another glorious reprise. It’s Osama Tezuka. He is that good. Only better. [Highly Recommended] This review is based on a Viz Media graphic novel purchased by the reviewer. Post a Comment!
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Here are today's "really cool products" that I've picked out for you, out of the 30+ new items we've added to the J-List and JBOX.com sites today. Note that some products may be "not safe for work" but that all links will allow you to redirect yourself either to the J-List or JBOX.com websites. To see all the J-List products, check out J-List or the JBOX.com updated products link. Figure Maniacs vol. 37 ~ Otome Gumi This is issue 37 of the great magazine Figure Maniacs -- the anime figure lover' bible, which focuses only on awesome prepainted figures that you can buy and own. Comic Rex Mar 2010 Then, sit back and relax with hundreds of pages of awesome manga from Comic Rex, including some of the most interesting manga in Japan today. The new issue is in stock. Higurashi no Naku Koro ni ~ Kizuna 4 The fourth and final installment in the Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Nintendo DS version, Higurashi Kizuna, has arrived! It's got great art, all new content, and is compatible with any DS in the world. Moe Moe Cthulhu Encyclopedia The Moe Moe Encylopedia heads into an awesome new area this time, into the world of H.P. Lovecraft. Enjoy moe versions of his most memorable creations! Death Note, Hetalia Toys The new Nendoroid Petite Death note figures are in, and they are as excelelnt as you can imagine, with unique versions of all your favorites in displayable sizes. Also: limited stock of the gorgeous Hetalia Mini Figures is in stock too. Star Wars USB Hubs Restocked The most excellent USB hubs for Star Wars fans are back in stock, with a very cool R2-D2 hub and matching Darth Vader hub, both of this move, make sounds and generally become the coolest things in whatever room they're in. Edo Happy Happi (Festival Kimono) A happi coat is a short kimono for summer festivals or for any event that can be made more fun by dressing in traditional Japanese style. Made in Japan, and very cool. Daruma & Lucky Cat Origami w/English Instructions Build Japan's most famous symbols, from Daruma to Lucky Cat and more, out of folded paper. Everything you need is included, including full instructions in English! Also see the Cake Chop Origami restocked as well. UNO Fiber Neo Hair Wax - Three Types Fans of Japan's hair-care products, we have some awesome hair wax from UNO Three different types for three kinds of hair -- which are you? FLOS ~ Zebra Stylish Pen & Stand Set for Reception Always have a pen when you need one, with this stylish Zebra pen with matching base, which is held in place via magnets so it's always there for you. Also: the Signo Erasable 8 Color Pen Set is restocked today. Restocked Anime Games for PSP You can play some really great anime games on the Sony PSP, including the most popular visual novels ever released. Today we've got AIR for PSP, Final Approach 2 and ToHeart 2 Portable, all in stock and ready to buy. Queen's Blade Artbooks Restocked We've also restocked the popular Queen's Blade artbooks, including the awesome assassin Fang Iruma (Irma) and the sexy thief Risty. New Snacks from Japan Super new snacks from Japan today. First, enjoy Rainbow Bubblicious that's sold only in Japan, making it really awesome, plus Meiji Pucca, fish-shaped Pretzel shells with strawberry milk goodness inside. Also, Salted Caramel Pretz! Miso Noodle FURIKAKE (Hokkaido) Man, this sounds delicious -- the flavor of Hokkaido-style miso ramen in powdered furikake form, which you can sprinkle over white rice or even bring with your bento. "Food Drops" also restocked: Hokkaido Miso Ramen, Tokyo Ningyo Yaki, and Osaka Okonomiyaki. Little Twin Stars DX Slim 2 Tier Bento Box Set J-List aims to make the world just a little more kawaii each day, and today we've got a super Little Twin Stars 2-tier bento set with a separate chopstick set w/case. Wonderful! Restocked Bento Boxes Got restocked bento boxes too, including the Sengoku Samurai Bento which not only are large for heavier eaters, they have awesome kanji on them. Also see the Rilakkuma Bento Box restocked today. Perfect Sushi Molds, Gyoza Makers Then, make sushi the right way with this excellent sushi mold, which will press the rice into just the right shape for beautiful sushi creations. Or go for some gyoza (aka "pot stickers"). Easy Boiled-Egg Shapers Also: how do you like your eggs -- fried, scrambled, or boiled into amazingly cute shapes, like rabbits, hearts, cars, bears, and so on. These popular items have been restocked today. DX Long Study Flashcards for Study See fresh stock of some great tools for learning Japanese, including several popular flashcard sets for memorizing Japanese the right way. KYOTO - OMURO DX SAKURA Bath Salt Being a fan of onsen hot springs as I am, I highly recommend the sakura bath powder we have in stock today. Made in Kyoto! Totoro Blankets, Cushions and More The Totoro blankets that J-List sells are nothing less than the software, most awesome blankets you will ever touch. We've reduced the price of all them today. Get yours before they sell out! GummiX Gummi Insect Builder *Preorder* This is incredible: a set of molds that let you create amazing "gummi" insects that are fun to eat. The Mother Center has the lab to make your creations with, and two mold kits give you other creatures to make. Japanese kids love 'em! Ritsu Tainaka Figma w/Drums *Preorder* Another awesome Figma for K-On! fans, this is Risu, the heart of the band. This figure comes with many extra parts for creating any pose you want -- even think of some yuri scenes with the Mio Figma, which is posted for preorder today. Nendoroid Petit Bakemonogatari Figure Set *Preorder* Then, if you're a fan of the highly stylized anime Bakemonogatari, we have the fabulous Petite Nendoroid posted for preorder now. 'Baka Test' Figures and More for Preorder Another popular anime on TV right now is Baka to Test to Shokanju (Idiots and Tests and Summoned Beats). See figures of the awesome Mizuki and the "trap" Hideyoshi and more, on the site now. Black Lagoon, Chopperman Products More preorder goodies for you today. We've got a large 1/6 scale figure of Revy from Black Lagoon, which is great if you think that all sexy women should be issued guns. Also, a Chopperman shampoo bottle for bathtime. Sabra Magazine Mar 2010 Last issue It brings us great sadness to announce the last regular issue of Sabra, but great joy because this great issue is such a special one, filled with Japan's most beautiful faces. Inazuma Underworld 2 Then we have a super doujinshi offering by master illustrator Inazuma, this time featuring his superb tribute to Gurren Lagaan. Wow! Domin-8 Me, Other English Manga If you like your "H" in English, and we certainly understand if you do, we've restocked the outstanding TAKE ON ME by Sessyu Takemura, published as Domin-8 Me. Also, the English version of Gas Panic. Restocked Toys for Stress Relief Stress can really pile up on you if you're not careful, which is why J-List stocks innovative tools to take the edge off. See Tenga Egg Lotion, the Bible Black Hiroko Takashiro Cup plus the amazing Love Cover Kumi pillow toy. Little My Maid One game I recommend often is Little My Maid, which combines a super story involving three very sweet maids, a magical place called Ryugu. Only $14.95 as an Internet Download Edition game! AV Debut -- Ai Haneda Do you want to see the most beautiful girl in the world? Do you? Then click now and feast your eyes on former professional idol Ai-chan's lithe body. If I'm wrong, tell me.
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