FMZ! The Second Raid on Akiba
The Nanoha Mobile!!! Parked along the road on the right of the overhead rail when crossing from Gamers side.
I never expected to actually see it but now I have!
The truth is... I am a magical girl. There [what?] is forbidden.
I think the shorter one is cosplaying Konomi, mini-twins and all. Face-wise, she's actually quite cute.
I went back to the Rei and Asuka ramen place and sat right at the end of the counter so I could get my photos. Tried the noodles kata this time and I think I prefer them more cooked. But am glad I tried.
A bit of a commotion in front of the JR station. A girl taking off her shirt top and photography is not only allowed but encouraged!? An idol launch I think, she was flogging tickets to her opening event? I'm not entirely sure what was going on but I have to admire her guts and determination.
Donation by persuasion. / Neal's Yard normally sells just cheese in the UK!
Consolidated loot for 16 Aug:
Lucky Star OP for JPY 1,050 (vs RRP JPY 1,200), Black Lagoon OST for JPY 2,814 (vs RRP JPY 3,000), Yuki Nagato Character Songs for JPY 1,155 (vs RRP JPY 1,200) and Ryoko Asakura Character Songs for JPY 945 (vs RRP 1,200). Less discounting at the Liberty Akiba No.4 shop than from the Nakano Mandarake UFO Centre but can't complain because they did have stock.
Nanoha first season OST for JPY 2,289 (vs RRP JPY 2,625) from Liberty Akiba No.5 shop. [Add: Which were also selling used boxsets for SHUFFLE! (JPY 47,040), Black Lagoon (JPY 33,390) and Black Lagoon: The Second Barrage (JPY 26,040) - added together, cost almost as much as my accommodation bill and air fare put together!!]
Nemu drama CD for Stripey. The fifth and final track is entitled: 'Nii-san mo watashi mo - epilogue' 
And the charm from Washinomiya for JPY 1,000.
The story here is the stuff that I didn't buy. There was one figurine that was going for a JPY 3,000 mark up but I realized that the person was actually breaking even as she cost him that same amount to rent the space where he was displaying his swag for sale! I was going to buy her but I had run out of cash and the shop's credit card validation line was maxed out and down for the day (just 45 mins to go to closing time at 8pm!). orz But it has given me pause to think about whether to go back tomorrow to grab her... Talk about charging into a fight without the requisite ammo!
And yes, we were talking about the figurine like a person rather than an object: 'Ano ko yoroshi desuka?' I was asked if her condition was satisfactory upon inspecting after she (still in her box, of course) was taken out of the locked glass display case. 'Hitori (rather than hitotsu) dake desu.' was the reply when I asked if there was any more stock.
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August 16th, 2007 - 01:36
If you had a car like that in other countries than Japan, I doubt you would keep it very long, or at least intact and with all the goods inside…
August 16th, 2007 - 02:02
Hmm… I wonder what figurine you’re talking about that you’re interested in getting? A 3000 yen markup? Must be either some popular but out of stock or rare figure. Any hints?
August 16th, 2007 - 02:48
@Skh
And I would be one of the raiders…^^
But seriously Zyl-sama. That is one Trek you are having.
I feel really envious that you walked on the same ground that Kagamin walked on…Sigh…
August 16th, 2007 - 05:38
I dunno what those shadow picture things on the dashboard (next to the big moe sign XD) of the Nanoha itasha are, but I want. They look really neat!
I still can’t decide whether I think that car’s really awesome or really embarrassing though. XD It’s so cute, but I wouldn’t drive it. :X
August 16th, 2007 - 06:28
I think it’s pretty cool that you saw the Nanoha car, I want to see it for myself as well. As for the figure with the markup, buy now and regret later!
August 16th, 2007 - 07:56
skh, yeah – the driver might have problems in other parts of Japan but Akiba’s really the best place to park it. Not only will people not laugh, but his vehicle will be admired!
moyism, it’s a figure that I already own.
Demon Eyes, what would really top it off is for a Nagato shrine to be discovered somewhere… In the (2nd?) light novel about the events during the making of the Mikuru movie , Kyon does talk about wanting to put Yuki in a Shinto shrine and worshipping her.
Mandy, I think that might be fan art rather than official merchandise? I wouldn’t drive it either, mainly because I’d be so afraid of scratching it! What it needs now is a FEITO car to park next to it.
Adun, the other problem is that this figure also has a second release this month (but the websites don’t seem to have a specific date) but I didn’t place a pre-order on her either… so this is probably my best chance to snag one.
August 16th, 2007 - 08:11
Zyl, hmm… MaxFac’s Yuki as a wild guess?
August 16th, 2007 - 08:22
That’s damned good for a wild guess! Can’t evade your advanced Merchandise Retriever senses!!
August 16th, 2007 - 08:30
i am more interested in the girl in the bikini. You should have gotten more photos of her =D
August 16th, 2007 - 09:45
Hahaha so I guessed right huh? Honestly just got lucky through a combination of vaguely remembering what you recently purchased, what popular figures have a second release, and your willingness to drop money.
It’s not like I have a spy cam on you 24/7… I swear
August 16th, 2007 - 14:53
Believe it or not, I made enquries on transforming my vehicle into a DC mobile (Nemu on the boot, Kotori on the bonnet etc) But the idea was shot down when many reminded me at my workplace would think I need a shrink instead of a job. XD
Bro didn’t know you wanted another Yuki. I can check with our very reliable supplier to see if they have spare for the 2nd release. Let you know when they return.
And GAH! you met RL Konomi chan! Could you help me bring back a 17 yr old Shirakawa Kotori while you are at it? Thx!
August 16th, 2007 - 18:24
I’m more concerned that there is actually a large pantsu shot of Nanoha on the car >_<
August 16th, 2007 - 19:09
Xellos-_^, speaking of which there will be FOUR idol product launches at Ishimaru Soft 2 this Sunday. Including an 11 year old idol, Hatsuki Megu, was her name I think. orz
moyism, damn it’s those Protoss Observers I tell you!
Bro, no need to worry. I didn’t know I would want an extra Yuki until I saw one, anyways I’ve already bought her! orz re: Kotori, I pass to you after I’m done with her.
du5k, actually the Nanoha pantsu shot is from the official art, quite prominently featured in the visual collection too. Well, at least it’s not a shot of FEITO g-string. (;
August 16th, 2007 - 23:06
haha I know, I’m just wondering about his choice of pic…
Now we’ll have fans of Nanoha will probably crash while staring…
August 17th, 2007 - 06:10
No Mahou Shoujo’s yet that car owner parks right there?!!
300 all over the world!
And I saw those panties. And right on the bonnet too. The owner sure has guts. Wonder what the police is doing.!
I await and pray that you get to go that Shrine that you are mentioning. Indeed, if that were to happen, you’d be walking with Gods…er..Aliens…
I will go to Japan yet one of these days…I will…