Overview
Surugaya is a major source for:
Its strength is deep inventory.
Its challenge is that two listings with similar titles may not have the same condition or completeness.
- anime goods
- games
- figures
- books
- music
- trading goods
- secondhand collectibles
1. Identify the exact product
Confirm:
For games, CDs, DVDs, and books, identifiers are often more reliable than translated titles.
- title
- manufacturer
- character or series
- product number or JAN code
- edition
- release
- new or used condition
- included accessories
- bonus items
2. Condition and completeness are different
A used product can be in good physical condition and still be incomplete.
Check for:
- original box
- manual
- obi
- stand
- cables
- bonus parts
- limited-edition accessories
3. Learn the important condition terms
ジャンク should be treated as a high-risk listing, especially for electronics.
- 中古 — used
- 傷 — damage
- 汚れ — stains
- 欠品 — missing part
- 箱なし — no box
- 説明書なし — no manual
- 動作不良 — malfunction
- ジャンク — junk/as-is
- 未開封 — unopened
4. Preserve the exact listing
Keep:
Do not assume another Surugaya listing with the same translated title is equivalent.
- source URL
- product code
- price
- condition note
- listing details
5. Low-priced goods work well in larger shipments
Used media and character goods can be inexpensive.
Because fixed proxy and shipping costs exist, these items often make more sense when several purchases are stored and consolidated.
JPS offers:
- free consolidation
- 60 days free storage
- packing from ¥500
6. Books become heavy quickly
Manga, art books, and media can pack efficiently but create substantial weight.
Do not pack heavy books where they can crush:
- CD cases
- figure boxes
- fragile collectibles
7. Figures create volume
Boxed figures can trigger dimensional-weight pricing.
Preserve collector boxes when they matter, but remove unnecessary outer shipping cartons where appropriate.
8. Electronics need stronger condition review
For retro consoles, cameras, and audio equipment, check:
A warehouse cannot reconstruct test information that the original listing never provided.
- tested functions
- missing cables
- battery condition
- corrosion
- voltage
- regional compatibility
- junk/as-is language
9. JPS cost structure
- Proxy fee: ¥300 per purchase request
- Storage: 60 days free
- Consolidation: Free
- Packing: From ¥500
- Item photos: ¥500/item
- International shipping: Actual carrier rate
- JPS shipping markup: ¥0