PLEASE READ: The NEW SHOP is separate and distinct from the OLD SHOP. If you place an order on the OLD SHOP, you will not be able to use the NEW SHOP to check on your order and vice versa. Unfortunately, we were not able to resolve the two shop databases in order to transfer customer histories and accounts. Both shops are fully operational and capable of taking orders.
 

PS3 Console JPN

Tentative: US$689
 NEWS Playstation 3 + 20GB - Preorders Open at US$689
«©NCSX» Preorders are welcome for the Japanese version of the Playstation 3 + 20gig HDD which ships in Japan on Nov 11. Sony plans on allocating 100,000 PS3 units for the launch which is 300,000 units fewer than the North American debut on Nov 17. Since the launch date is a Saturday in Nihon, we expect the units to arrive on November 13 or 14. The published price is JPY49,980 but NCS starts preorders at US$689 per console.

   The price is based on quotations from eight Japanese suppliers and three Hong Kong based agents. Since last minute price hikes are common during the debut of new consoles, we asked suppliers to give us realistic price projections now. For example, months before the PS2 launch, vendors accepted preorders at a price of roughly US$550. A few days before the launch, prices ramped up to US$780. That routine was getting tired. 

   Since the proximity of the North American PS3 launch is so close to the Japanese debut, the price of US$689 is not expected to change but it's still a possibility if Sony's 100,000 launch units changes to 50,000. The only PS3 game opened up for preorder so far has been Konami's Mahjong Fight Club: National Play but the others should open up in the next few days.
 
 

PS2 BMIIDX Happy Sky JPN
 NEWS Import Preorders - Updated
GBA Final Fantasy VI Advance Square
NDS Ryuusei no Rockman Capcom
PS2 Beatmania IIDX 12: Happy Sky Konami
  Momotarou Densetsu 16 Hudson
PSP Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops Konami
WII Elebits Konami
   The full updated schedule of upcoming Japanese imports may be viewed via the following link.
 
 

TOY Doraemon Hat JPN
 TOY Doraemon Hat - Preorder, Ships Jan 2007
«©NCSX» Crazy doesn't grow on trees but it may bloom under the propeller of a Doraemon hat. After hemming and hawing for years, Taito finally gives in and crafts Doraemon's likeness into a full head mask which covers the entire melon of its wearer. Measuring 30cm or 11.81" tall, the hat features an adjustable clasp to allow passage for small heads and big noggins alike.

   The hat acts as a sort of double head since the face of Doraemon may be seen above the wearer's face. If you wander into the deepest jungles of South America wearing the Doraemon Hat, you might be mistaken for a long lost feline god who walks upright like a man. Never mind that the feline in question winks, rocks a propeller, and sports a bright cherry nose.
   Preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late January 2007 at US$28. Please note that this item may be a dimensional weight product and NCS recommends only shipping by UPS Ground within the USA or USPS Airmail Parcel Post for our international customers.
 
 

TOY Mobile Phone Handset JPN
 TOY Mobile Phone Handset - Preorder, Ships Jan 2007
«©NCSX» Once upon a time, all phones featured coiled cords and clunky designs. Nowadays, sleek and wireless are the rule without exception. To hearken back to the olden days, Taito has started preorders for an old school handset which plugs into a cell phone and provides real O.G. style for talkers on the go. Imagine strutting down the street with a bulky vomit-green handset while squawking loudly about the granite counters that you just installed in your kitchen. The handset measures 21cm or 8.26" long and preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late Jan 2007. Price: US$25 each.
 
 

PS2 SCPH-10400 HDD JPN

$115 shipped via UPS Ground
 SOTD Playstation 2 Internal HDD - New Stock Units allGone
«©NCSX» The last few Japanese PS2 internal HDDs in our inventory are all new but the boxes have some slight dents and label imperfections. The hard drives inside are still sealed in their original factory wrappers. In addition to the 40GB HDD (which fits into any PS2 with an internal expansion bay), the package also includes a broadband unit, user manuals, BBNavigator software, and a little bag of silica gel. With the HDD, PS2 players may enjoy PSU and FFXI as they were meant to be played with fast disc caching.
   Pricing is set at US$115.00 per PS2 Internal HDD which includes UPS Ground shipping anywhere in the contiguous USA. UPS Ground normally delivers in 1-5 days depending on your proximity to our location in New York City. Please note that our shop does not process transactions in real time and orders will be charged US$115 only. Disregard the shipping quotation.
 
 

Arcadia Vol. 31
202 pages; N/M Condition
Price US$7.50 per copy
 MOTD Arcadia Vol. 31 [December 2002] allGone
Cover: KOF 2002
 p4-5 Tougeki Super Battle Opera announcement.
p10-12 Pop 'n Music 12 game modes and new character introductions.
p13-17 The annual Arcadia Awards for the best games and music of 2002.
p18-20 Amusement Machine Show report with a hard look at Sammy's Atomiswave hardware.
p20 Details on the Sega Chihiro hardware which is based on Xbox technology but uses the Sega GD-Rom media format.
p21-35 The AMS coverage continues with features on House of the Dead III, Battle Gear 3, Capcom Fighting All Stars, Virtua Striker 2002, and Initial D Arcade Stage ver. 2.
p36-51 King of Fighters 2002 game play details, system information, and combatant profiles + moves lists.
p56-59 Arcadia News Clips on recent show events, Guilty Gear XX play test, Sony AIBO, Samurai Spirits furniture (check out the Nakoruru bureau), etc.
p72-75 Beatmania IIDX 8th Style "Please Don't Go" examination.
p132 Hardware Museum article on old JAMMA gear.
 

JYU6 5 Long 0.9 0.897 0.0030 1875.00 14025.00 9000.00

Summary of the Week
Monday PS2 Guitar ASC in stock (first batch), Ceramic White PS2 SCPH-77000CW  NEWS Pokemon Center DS Lite available on Thursday, Release outlook for the week  SOTD Mushihimesama LE Reko figure
Tuesday NEWS PS3 heating report drops SNE shares, Caltoy UJ Polar Bear, Animal Crossing 16m plush, Aokubi Daikon plush, Domokun Cube Plush, Hello Kitty cosmetics, Hokuto no Ken Talking Tapestry 
Wednesday NEWS Japanese Playstation 3 preorders open at US$689, Import preorders open for Beatmania IIDX 12 Happy Sky, Doraemon Hat, and Mobile Phone Handset.
Thursday NDS Kawaii Koinu DS, Pokemon DS Lite  PS2 Dragon Ball Z Sparking! Neo  PSP Gundam Battle Royale  NEWS Neo Geo Stick v3.0, Royds Pad.Net, PS3 Update, Guitar ASC remainder in stock
Friday MAG Famitsu Wave DVD Nov. 2006  NDS Coating Filter DS Lite  PS2 Pop'n Music 13 Limited Edition, Front Mission 5 Ultimate Hits, Shinobido Imahime The Best  PS1 Front Mission 2,3, Alternative Ultimate Hits
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