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Title: Amazon Japan Begins Shipping Games Internationally
Post by: Shaymin on March 08, 2016, 12:41:54 PM

This would really be something if it wasn't for the region locks.

http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/news/42241/amazon-japan-begins-shipping-games-internationally

Import shoppers now have a new source for Japanese titles - Amazon Japan.

Previously, the Japanese branch of the retail giant would only allow domestic shipment of video games, but a policy change has allowed for international shoppers to take advantage of the site's selection. Currently, only items sold directly by Amazon Japan are eligible.

A full step-by-step procedure has been provided by USGamer. Note that due to Nintendo's region locking policies foreign systems would be required.

Title: Re: Amazon Japan Begins Shipping Games Internationally
Post by: azeke on March 08, 2016, 09:55:44 PM

At least they can't region lock soundtracks and artbooks.

I am considering Bayonetta 2 artbook.

Others items of interest would be Splatoon soundtrack (Splatune), various n3DS cover plates, random merchandise...

Also, you have to create a new account for this. A bit weird considering my old account works on American, German, British and french Amazons just fine.

Title: Re: Amazon Japan Begins Shipping Games Internationally
Post by: TheYoungerPlumber on March 09, 2016, 12:19:29 AM

My old Amazon Japan account has purpose again?!

Title: Re: Amazon Japan Begins Shipping Games Internationally
Post by: the_dan_x on March 09, 2016, 05:06:27 AM

Really? I use my US Amazon login on Amazon Japan and have been for years. I haven't really had any problems and I've used both the US and JPN versions for ordering stuff over the years.


Anyway, great news for anyone outside of Japan! Tons of cool stuff! I imagine the age of cheap bio sensors for the N64 are going away. :-(