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.
 
 

NDS Ys and Ys II JPN

Preorder Import: US$45.90/each
 NDS Ys and Ys II - Japanese Preorder
«©NCSX» Interchannel has started preorders for remakes of the original Ys and Ys II for the Nintendo DS. The new games feature stylus-based control, chain combo attacks, new maps, and new enemy characters. A 4-player wireless battle mode is also available for multiplayer warfare.
» Preorder Ys [Ships on Feb 28, 2008]
» Preorder Ys II [Ships on Feb 28, 2008]
 
 

PS3 Time Crisis 4 + Guncon 3 JPN

Preorder Import: US$129.00/set
 PS3 Time Crisis 4 + Guncon 3 - Japanese Preorder
«©NCSX» The US and Asian territory versions of Time Crisis 4 were released a couple of weeks ago with bright orange Guncon 3 controllers (look to the right). When the Japanese version of the game ships on December 20, it'll include a black Guncon (photo on the left), similar to previous Guncons in the series. Preorders are welcome at US$129 for the Japanese bundle.

 
 

TOYS Aqua Beez Art JPN

Preorder Import: US$20.00/set
 TOYS Aqua Beedz Art Series 3 - Preorder
«©NCSX» Spin Master's Aqua Dots toys have been recalled in the USA and Canada due to potential toxicity in young children when ingested. The colorful beads that make up the Aqua Dots toys were coated with 1,4-butanediol which metabolizes into Gamma-Hydroxybutyric Acid (GHB). Although GHB is a naturally occurring substance in the human body, high doses can cause deleterious effects including vomiting and convulsions.
   Aqua Dots is no longer available but Japanese manufacturer Epoch is forging ahead with their safe Aqua Beedz toys which plays similarly to the Aqua Dots. Instead of using a air-powered machine to blow beads onto a placeholder, the beads are inserted onto a platter by hand into patterns and designs. Once complete, spray water onto the beads and the glue on each bead's surface will bond to adjacent beads. Wait a few minutes and the artwork can then be removed and displayed. Preorders ship Mar 08.
 
 

TOYS Hello Kitty Wedding JPN

Preorder Import: US$39.00/pair
 TOYS Hello Kitty Wedding Orugoru Nuigurumi - Preorder
«©NCSX» Back in 2003, Hello Kitty and Dear Daniel had a Hawaiian wedding where the unrelenting sun on the Big Island tanned the newlyweds to a burnished bronze hue. Fast forward a few years later and the bronzing has faded to give way to the lily white patina of the Kitties. They're apparently renewing their vows in 2008 and Sanrio celebrates the occasion with a new pair of wedding plushes which feature wind-up music and measure 18cm or 7.08" in height. Preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late March 2008 at US$39 for the pair.  
 
 

TOYS Nai-zo Gashapon JPN

Preorder Import: US$20.00/set
 TOYS Naizô (Internal Organs) Gashapon - Preorder
«©NCSX» Yujin and its competitors have created a number of miniature toys based on kitchenware, donuts, shop displays, and other everyday objects over the years. The latest victim of Yujin's creative team are the human internal organs. We have a good number of doctors in our customer base who might appreciate the Naizô Gashapon but it's unlikely that anyone else will show the toys any love. The internal organs featured in the set include a heart, a bladder, a liver, and even the long intestines. We wanted a toy kidney but alas, that didn't make it into the set. Maybe they'll be crafted for the Naizo sequel that's probably inevitable. Preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late March 2008 at US$20 for the complete set.
 
 

TOYS Van Gogh Museum JPN

Preorder Import: US$28.00/set
 TOYS Miniature Art Collection: Van Gogh Museum - Preorder
«©NCSX» Toys don't just have to be about cartoon characters with squeaky voices or superheroes in skintight skivvies. Toys can be about the works of influential artists who weren't successful during their lifetimes. In the case of Van Gogh, he only sold one painting before he died and his work was recognized as masterpieces post-mortem.
   Japanese manufacturer System Service pays homage to Van Gogh with a collection of toys which collect 10 of his works in miniature recreations. There's three self portraits including "Self Portrait with Straw Hat" and the famous "Vase with Fifteen Sunflowers" which sold at auction for nearly $40 million US dollars back in 1987. Other works featured include "The Yellow House" and "The Potato Eaters." The preorder info mentions a secret painting which is probably, "The Starry Night." Preorders ship in March 08.
 
 

TOYS Propeller Gun 2 JPN

Preorder Import: US$20.00/set
 TOYS Propeller Gun 2 - Preorder
«©NCSX» A wave of nostalgia may wash across the over-30 crowd when the words, "propeller gun" are uttered. Popular amongst children in the 1950s through the 1970s, propeller guns are made of plastic and use a wind-up mechanism to launch lightweight plastic propellers which fly 10-30 feet in distance. Yujin's product flyer threatens a range of 10m or nearly 11 yards.
   Six toy guns are included in the Propeller Gun 2 product which all sport a bright red tip to distinguish them from real guns. The miniature size is another giveaway that these firearms aren't real. NCS will supply the propeller guns in complete sets of six (as shown) at US$20. Preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late March 2008.   
 
 

TOYS Seikatsu Oshiri Strap JPN

Preorder Import: US$20.00/set
 TOYS Seikatsu Oshiri Strap - Preorder
«©NCSX» The Japanese word "Seikatsu" translates to "life" or "living" and the word "Oshiri" refers to "butt" or "posterior." Put those two words together and you have "Living Butt Strap," the latest masterwork from the Epoch crew. Six toys are featured in the set which consist of sports balls such as a basketball or a soccer ball with human appendages sprouting from it. In addition to the arms and legs, there's also a pair of butt cheeks squeezing out of the rear of each sphere.
   Each strap is meant to be tethered to a cellphone and we're guessing that there's nothing else like this... in the universe. Preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late March 2008 at US$20 for the complete set of six.   
 

 

 

NDS Arkanoid DS JPN

Preorder Item $39.00/each
 

PSP Yuusha no Kuse JPN

Preorder Item $39.00/each
 NEWS Japanese Import Outlook - Arrivals on Wed-Thurs
NDS Arkanoid DS Taito
  Arkanoid DS + Paddle Controller Taito
  Arkanoid DS Paddle Controller DS - Black Taito
  Arkanoid DS Paddle Controller DS - Pink Taito
  Arkanoid DS Paddle Controller DS - Silver Taito
  Arkanoid DS Paddle Controller DS - White Taito
  Tales of Innocence Namco
  Tales of Innocence Accessory Set Hori
PS2 Ryu ga Gotoku [The Best] Sega
  Ryu ga Gotoku 2 [The Best] Sega
PSP Chronicle of Dungeon Maker II Global A
  Mahjong Haoh Portable Dankyuu Battle NCS
  Minna no Golf Portable 2 Sony
  Silent Hill Zero Konami
  Yuusha no Kuse ni Namaikida Sony
X360 Lost Odyssey Microsoft
  Virtua Fighter 5 Live Arena Sega
  Virtua Fighter 5 Live Arena Stick Hori
Wii Doraemon Wii Himitsu Douguou Ketteisen! Sega
  No More Heroes Spike
  Wii Fit [Please note: Price increase to US$185] Nintendo
 
 

NDS Draglade USA

Preorder Item: US$29.90

PS3 Golden Compass USA

Preorder Item: US$59.90
 NEWS USA Release Outlook - Arrivals on Tues-Thurs
NDS Draglade Atlus
  Left Brain Right Brain Majesco
  The Golden Compass Sega
  Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship 2008 Konami
PS2 The Golden Compass Sega
PS3 The Golden Compass Sega
PSP Atari Classics Evolved [Delayed 02/15/08] Atari
  Beowulf Ubisoft
  The Golden Compass Sega