Pick Up Review
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Star Wars / The Empire Strikes Back (Original Soundtrack) [Limited Release]Original Soundtrack (Music by John Williams)Excellent reissueA high-quality double-LP reissue from Disney pressed on translucent red vinyl. This comes with an obi strip and the sleeve printed with the vintage Japanese "The Empire Strikes Back" artwork. The records have polypropylene-lined paper sleeves, but there are no vintage inserts included here: just a small handbill for a survey contest from Disney. This is a great collectible.
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Star Wars / Return of the Jedi (Original Soundtrack) [Limited Release]Original Soundtrack (Music by John Williams)Wonderful vinyl reissueA high-quality reissue from Disney pressed on translucent lime green vinyl. This comes with an obi strip and the sleeve printed with the vintage Japanese "Return of the Jedi" artwork. The record has a polypropylene-lined paper sleeve, but there are no vintage inserts included here: just a small handbill for a survey contest from Disney. This is a great collectible.
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Shunpatsuteki ni Koi shiyo [Blu-spec CD2] [Limited Edition]Yasuyuki Okamura, Kento NakajimaVery good limited edition!Package arrived just fine, and I love this mini album! For any fans of either Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! or Yasuyuki Okamura, this is a must have!
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Mushishi Art BookYuki UrushibaraBeautiful artbookThis art book is wonderful and vibrant. A must have for any Mushishi fan as it is so hard to find elsewhere
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December 07. 2015 Bunkamura Orchard Hall. Tokyo. Japan [SHM-CD] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]King CrimsonThe First BreathThe starting point. You can feel the nerve of anticipation: the hall is hushed as the band probes the acoustics. This is the most cautious yet focused performance. The interplay of the three drummers resembles a complex ritual, where every cymbal strike feels like a challenge to the silence.
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December 08. 2015 Bunkamura Orchard Hall. Tokyo. Japan [SHM-CD] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]King CrimsonThe Electric ShiftFor the second show, the band lets go of the brakes. The sound becomes denser, and Fripp’s guitar lines grow sharper. This performance stands out for its dynamics: abrupt shifts from whispers to thunder keep the listener in a state of constant tension.
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December 09. 2015 Bunkamura Orchard Hall. Tokyo. Japan [SHM-CD] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]King CrimsonThe Clockwork PrecisionHere, King Crimson transforms into a flawless machine. The mechanics of performance reach their peak: "Schizoid Man" sounds not like chaos, but like a perfectly constructed architectural feat. It is a triumph of logic and structure in progressive rock.
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King Crimson Japan Tour Supplement Series in SHM-CD 2015 Tokyo Performances Part 2 Show 4 2015-12-10 (Thu) Tokyo Bunkamura Orchard Hall [SHM-CD] [Regular Edition] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]King CrimsonThe Vocal ExperimentA show with character. Due to unique vocal processing nuances, a strange, almost mystical atmosphere emerges. Jakko’s voice sounds detached, lending a cold, futuristic tint to the older compositions.
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SHISHAMO 8 [w/ DVD, Limited Edition]SHISHAMOExcellent quality, buy it!Listening to SHISHAMO in the supreme quality of the CD is an experience every fan should have. Owning the physical media is wonderful; you can feel the quality of the product in every detail. "Happy End" is the best song on the album, only my opinion matters hahaha
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N-shi no tenkyugiHiroyuki NanbaA mix of Wonder-Pop and Sci-FunkYes, that's an accurate description of what you'll find on this album. And Holy Mother of Evil, it's glorious. This is the soundtrack to the future we were promised by 80s science fiction; which, considering this is literally the soundtrack to set of science fiction stories by the artist i would say he hit that mark.
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CHANCETRIXAgain solid and StrongI like Trix. Again strong songs. This cd is just good. Good melodys. They know how to make it work. In J-Fusion they are one of the best. A bit rough.
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Final FantasyXIII LightningLightning FFXIII 1/6.5 scale figure GSCThe quality of the figure is top-tier. Paintjob on her body and clothing/armor is so detailed it looks like real armor specially the shoes. The only thing I’m not quite concerned is that Lightning’s face is fine to me at only certain angles. If you compare the figure’s face to her in-game face, it’s different. But I still like this figure so much. So overall, I think this is one of my best figures. Good Smile Company almost nailed it for me. Very good job. The price I paid is reasonable for me. As for the quality of the box, it is also very good. The figure inside is surely protected and it looks premium. You might not want to dispose it.
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Musical "Yukoku no Moriarty" Op.4 - Hannin wa Futari -MusicalMy soul to Moriarty the patriotI will always defend this musical and everyone involved in it with all my heart and soul. There are never any missteps.
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MIRACLE NIGHT LIVE -SOUND VERSION- [Blu-spec CD2]CASIOPEAFantasticIt arrived yesterday. The sound is incredible good. This is Casiopea. The sound is back. The midsection of the concert which starts with Take me has a Jazzy turn which feels good. I just love it. Am happy i bought it.
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Shuu ni Ichodo Classmate wo Kau Hanashi 2 (Fujimi Fantasia Bunko) [Light Novel]Haneda Usa / U35Even better than the first one...The second volume deepens everything that made the first one so interesting. We learn more about the characters' pasts and the reasons behind their unusual arrangement. Their emotional walls start to crack in the smallest ways — a hesitant word, a glance that lasts a moment too long — and it's incredibly satisfying to witness. The author has a gift for writing dialogue that feels natural and unforced, and the quiet moments carry just as much weight as the dramatic ones. U35's artwork continues to impress; the expressions and body language convey volumes. The quality of the light novel itself is great — clear print, nice paper, and a size that fits perfectly in one hand. This volume confirmed that the series is something special, and I am fully invested now.
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Shuu ni Ichodo Classmate wo Kau Hanashi 3 (Fujimi Fantasia Bunko) [Light Novel]Haneda Usa / U35The tension builds perfectly...Volume three raises the emotional stakes considerably. The relationship between the leads evolves in a way that feels completely earned — no sudden twists or artificial drama, just two people slowly, painfully learning to be honest with themselves and each other. Haneda Usa's prose is restrained but powerful, and I found myself rereading several passages just to soak in the atmosphere. U35's illustrations are beautifully integrated; they appear at exactly the right moments to enhance the reading experience without breaking the flow. The physical book is well-made, with a sturdy cover and crisp printing. At this point, the series has become a personal favorite, and I'm constantly impressed by how much depth it finds in seemingly simple situations.
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Digital Monster 25th Anniversary Book -Digimon Device & Dot History- [Scheduled to ship ealy-MAR] (V Jump Books)V JUMP HenshubuTook a while, but worth itEven though it took a while (not related to the product), I finally received the book and I can say that it's a buy worth the money, if you're a fan of digimon of course. Really interesting, nice finish, overall a good product, would recommend.
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King Crimson Japan Concert Supplement Series in SHM-CD 2015 Japan Tour BOX 3 Regional Shows December 12, 13 Osaka Festival Hall, December 19 Sunport Hall Takamatsu, December 21 Nagoya [SHM-CD] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]King CrimsonAnother great live box setThe third and final set of this series. Fantastic. All I ask is please keep releasing these concerts in SHM-CD. King Crimson are a fantastic live act. Highly recommended.
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Round About Midnight [Limited Release] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]Miles DavisA Miles Davis Classic on SACDI have all the Miles Davis Columbia Records releases on CD. Happy to have this on SACD. Make sure you have an SACD player to listen to this in the best audio quality. Highly recommended.
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Milestones (STEREO & MONO) [Limited Release] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]Miles DavisA Miles Davis classic on SACDI have all the Miles Davis Columbia Records releases on CD. Happy to have this on SACD. Make sure you have an SACD player to listen to this in the best audio quality. Highly recommended.
