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Kosoku Sentai Turboranger DVD Collection Vol.2Sci-Fi Live ActionGreat high speed seriesWell, after many years of only catching occasional clips of these series, I finally got to finish this. I thoroughly enjoyed this series overall. There's a certain charm about older tokusatsu, specifically series that predate Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger. Turboranger was one of the first, if not the first, Super Sentai series to feature an all student team i.e. the original "teenagers with attitude". So all of their adventures involve trying to balance their youthful school life while simultaneously saving the world. Seems lots of tokusatsu actors can also sing. The Red Turboranger sings both the opening and ending themes of his own series. Interestingly, he also sang the opening theme to Zyuranger. Now, while the series alone is worth 5 stars, this DVD release has slight downsides. One of which is that there's no subtitles, Japanese or otherwise, whatsoever. I can understand not having English subtitles since this is a Japanese release, but no Japanese subtitles seems like a strange choice to me. Even Japan has deaf people and people who just can't hear well, doesn't it? My Japanese is decent enough to understand most of the episodes, but having Japanese subs always helps with those words I'm not familiar with. There's also no recorded interviews, commentary, TV spots or other behind the scenes material included on disk in this collection. Although there is a printed insert with some behind the scenes info and interviews with some of the cast which is a nice bonus.
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Shin Kamen Rider [Regular Edition]Sci-Fi Live ActionShin Kamen Rider On Home VideoBought this because I loved the movie. Doesn’t have English subtitles unfortunately, still hoping for a domestic USA release hopefully. At least I have it on physical media, I can watch my fansub with English subtitles, plus it’s on Prime!
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Godzilla Minus One/C [Black and White]Sci-Fi Live ActionMy 1st Godzilla Minus One Blu-rayI actually thought this was the 4K version because, it’s in a black case like most 4K UHD Blu-rays I see. It was just a regular Blu-ray of Minus Color, but it was the first time I watched the movie. Just wish I knew Japanese.
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Spider Man TM 4K ULTRA HD + Blu-ray SetMovieSpider-Man In 4K UHDJust received my order today, decided to import the Sam Raimi Spider-Man films. Didn’t like the UK artwork and their ratings logo. The USA release is all 3 movies, just the 4K disc, in one case. I already ordered the Amazing Spider-Man movies in 4K also awhile back, so it’s a matching set. Each movie comes with a 4K UHD disc, and a Blu-ray. Not sure if all of the special features are included from the DVD releases, I have those also so no problemo. If you love Spider-Man, especially the Sam Raimi movies, buy them, you’ll get both the 4K and Blu-ray cheaper than the ones selling it on eBay for crazy inflated prices!
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The Amazing Spider-man [4K ULTRA HD & Blu-ray Set]MovieThe Amazing Spider-Man in 4K ImportBought my copy of The Amazing Spider-Man in 4K from cdjapan. I didn’t like the packaging here in the United States, so I imported both 1 & 2. Each movie comes in it’s own case, unlike the US version, both movies in one package.
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"School Trip: Joined a Group I'm Not Close To" Drama Official Visual BookABCSo worth it!Arrived in great condition. The photos chosen are great and it tells a story beyond the series. They're so cute together! I also love the huge sizes of the photos in the book itself. The bts photos are the end are so fun too! I especially love the last page with the black and white photos. Worth getting!!!
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Disney Twisted Wonderland Postcard Book -Dormitory Std-SQUARE ENIXWonderful artThis book is really nice and has all the characters in their dormitory outfits. Really glossy postcards and good quality book!
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Ohrai Noriyoshi Art Book <SAKYO>Noriyoshi Ohrai / Sakyo KomatsuSuperI've wanted an art book or three added to my library, and this is no less a great purchase. Images are spectacular, offering wonderful color & detail; worth every penny spent. One nitpick: because box is made of cardboard, removing tape (seal) can cause unwanted damage; due to its decorative nature, doing so is ill-advised. Book containing illustrations is stored inside a black envelope however, which sits inside aforementioned box, so any damage incurred will appear on outer shell, not the inner workings.
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Invasion of Astro-Monster (Kaiju Daisenso) CompletionHobby Japan Henshu-buInvasion of Astro Monster HJCompletionOne of my favorite Showa Era Godzilla films, the "Invasion of Astro Monster (1965)" Hobby Japan Completion Book is great to have in my Godzilla life-long hobby! I awaited most of over half of my life of 60 years to be able to find these type beautifully illustrated books. Thank You CDJapan!
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Frankenstein Conquers the World (Frankenstein vs. Baragon)Sci-Fi Live ActionFrankenstein vs Baragon 4kUHDAfter my childhood over 55 years ago, I finally have opportunity to buy the Japanese original "Frankenstein vs Baragon" on blu-ray... that is just phenominal! So glad to own the first part of "Sanda vs Gaira" story! And package was not damaged too much in delivery this time! Thank you CDJapan.
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Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster (Sandai Kaiju Chikyu Saidai no Kessen) 4K Remastered [4K Ultra HD]Sci-Fi Live ActionGhidorah the 3Headed Monster 4kBeing a Godzilla fan since when I was 4 years old... over 55 years ago now, and to finally get opportunity to own the original Japanese version of "Ghidorah the Three Headed Monster" in 4k UHD Remastered, is a childhood goal come true! And package was not damaged as much in delivery this time! Thank you CDJapan.
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Invasion of Astro-Monster (Kaiju Dai Senso) 4K Remastered [4K Ultra HD]
Sci-Fi Live ActionInvasion of Astro-Monster (Kaiju Dai Senso) 4K Remastered [4K Ultra HD]Sci-Fi Live ActionInvasion of Astro Monster 4kUHDOne of my favorite Showa Era Godzilla films, the "Invasion of Astro Monster (1965)" 4kUHD Remastered blu-ray is excellent to have as part of my Godzilla life-long hobby! I endured from my childhood to over half of my life of 60 years, to be able to own an authentic Japanese version of this film. Thank You CDJapan!
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Godzilla vs. Hedorah 4K Remastered [4K Ultra HD]
Sci-Fi Live ActionGodzilla vs. Hedorah 4K Remastered [4K Ultra HD]Sci-Fi Live ActionGodzilla vs Hedorah 4k Remastered UHDI have been a Godzila fan since my youth when I was 4 years old... over 55 years ago now. And To finally have opportunity to buy the original Japanese version of "Godzilla Vs Hedorah" in 4k UHD Remastered, was a childhood wish come true! Plus package was not damaged as much in delivery this time! Thank you CDJapan.
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John Williams Conducts The Star Wars Trilogy [Limited Release] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]John Williams (conductor)Magic !!!Magic for the ears. This is the highest quality modern classical music. Beautiful presented, wonderfully played - a masterpiece.
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Godzilla Resurgence (Shin Godzilla) Special Edition [3Blu-ray+4K ULTRA HD Blu-ray]Sci-Fi Live ActionGreat version of a great movie.I love the Godzilla movies. And Shin Godzilla is another great entry. Glad to have this in 4k. Great extras. And great packaging. Highly recommended.
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Godzilla (1954) 4K Remastered [4K Ultra HD]Sci-Fi Live ActionGreat version of a great movie.I love the Godzilla movies. And this one started it all. Happy to have this in 4k. Great price. Highly recommended.
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Godzilla Minus One Deluxe Edition 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray (4 Discs)Sci-Fi Live ActionGreat version of a great movie.I love the Godzilla movies and this is another great entry. Glad to have this in 4k and the black and white version. Great packaging. Highly recommended.
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Shin-Godzilla: OrthochromaticSci-Fi Live ActionGreat version of a great movie.I love the Godzilla movies. Shin Godzilla is a great movie. Glad to have this black and white version. Highly recommended.
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TRON: Ares (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)Nine Inch NailsAnother fantastic Tron SoundtrackJust like with Daft Punk before, on the Iron: Legacy soundtrack, NIN overshadows the disappointing movie with an amazing soundtrack. As much as I love Daft Punk's Iron score from a several years ago, this one by NIN is better. I put this on while I work and there are several times where I'll do some serious chair dancing as NIN pounds out some slamming tracks. Plus, the limited edition packaging was really cool. The packaging is a throwback to floppy disk packaging from the 1980s... just perfect. The only thing that could've made this better is if the CD had been in the SHM-CD format, but this still sounds great. Disney should just keep hiring great electronic/industrial artists to keep making scores for Tron movies that don't exist, since the soundtracks have outshined the last two movies.
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Masked Rider Hibiki Blu-ray Box 1Sci-Fi Live ActionFunny how time flies...The first time I saw Hibiki, it was on discs, and I was in the middle of my primary school days. If Kuuga introduced me to the world of the Masked Rider franchise, it was Hibiki who made me a fan. Takatera's narrative style and world-building are definitely my favorite. Even as a child, I loved this show, how the story unfolded, how Asumu gradually matured from a child to a teenager who finally figured out what he truly wanted to be and made the decision himself. I also envy Asumu a little, as he had so many reliable adults around him to guide and support him through what was perhaps the first confusing and anxious phase of his life, which is a certain luxury for many children throughout their childhood and adolescence. I highly recommend Hibiki, at least the first half.
