Originally Posted by
Jay71
Thanks Pureboy & ksandness.
Yes, stuff you can't get at home (yet) is probably my main target. I keep reading about the odd new gadget coming out but available only in Japan initially.
We try to do some comparison shopping over the Internet but we kind of find it hit & miss due to the timing of everything.
I can't see myself buying any DVD's but I usually try to get around the region restrictions (and PAL/NSTC issues) by playing them on my pc.
Interesting info about the FM frequencies.
What are you looking for? Last time I was there, we found a great deal on a wireless iron. The other big thing for me is food and wife goes nuts over the cosmetics. While local shops may sell Japanese packaged goods here, the prices run 3-4x of what their retail cost in Japan. As for DVD's, forget about buying those in Japan. They charge ridiculous prices over there.
Most video game peripherals are also cheaper in Japan.
And remember to visit a maid cafe in Akihabara. Wouldn't be a proper trip without one...
Originally Posted by
hindukid
I am far from an expert but when in Tokyo I looked around. I did not think that it was cheaper then the US. Compared to big box stores I suppose it might have been slightly cheaper though not worth the hassle. I thought it was definitely more expensive then I could get from internet retailers. I realize you are in Canada but I would assume it easier to bring in goods from US then from Japan.
Really depends on what you're after. If you're looking at US or world-wide goods, difference probably isn't that great. If you're looking for Americanized Japanese goods, prices are way cheaper in Japan.