Action Figure Paradise in Osaka, Japan (Edion Tour)

If you’re visiting Japan and love collecting action figures, this video’s for you. I take you inside EDION—a massive department store in Osaka where you can find everything from the newest Bandai and Tamashii Nations releases to exclusive S.H.Figuarts figures of Goku, Vegeta, and more.

Join me on the 7th floor where the real treasure hides: shelves full of detailed figures, preorder walls for upcoming releases, and even rare displays you won’t find anywhere else. I’ll also show you how preorders work in Japan, what to look for when shopping for deals, and a few tips for collectors visiting the country.

Whether you’re into Dragon Ball, One Piece, Naruto, or Gundam, this is your ultimate walkthrough of one of Japan’s best spots for anime figure hunting.

EDION (エディオン): A large Japanese electronics and department store chain. In this context, it is highlighted as a great, less-trafficked location for buying action figures.

Tamashii Nations: A collectible brand division of Bandai (a Japanese toy company), known for producing high-quality, detailed, and articulated figures, especially from anime and tokusatsu franchises.

S.H. Figuarts: (A line under the Tamashii Nations brand) A flagship line of highly articulated (jointed and poseable) action figures, prized for their wide range of motion and detailed sculpting.

Ichibansho: A line of prize figures (statues) made by Bandai Spirits, often won in the popular Ichiban Kuji lottery system but also sold directly.

Gunpla: A portmanteau for "Gundam plastic model." These are model kits of the mobile suits (robots) from the Gundam franchise that collectors assemble themselves.

0:00 Introduction to EDION and Location (7th Floor)
1:22 The Old-School Pre-Order System
2:03 Exploring the Main Shelves and Product Lines
3:03 Figure Condition Grading and Finding Discounts
4:09 High-End Exclusives and Model Kits (Gunpla)
5:47 After the Figures: Ramen and Other Used Goods Stores
7:19 Final Travel Tips (Tax-Free and Customs)

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