(02-13-2012, 08:43 PM)harumi Wrote:

(02-13-2012, 08:36 PM)mamikochan Wrote: did you use EMS or FED EX? seems like they should be there by now. i got mine from HMV this time and it came early on the 30th, shipped 28th. but if you used a standard shipping, it might take two weeks, i guess. hope it comes soon. ^ ^

Just checked my shipping confirmation and it says SAL...so I guess I shouldn't be surprised...but it should be here soon. I feel like Yesasia delivers faster but it's also a bit more expensive? Or maybe I just like CD Japan's point system...

ah, that explains it. YesAsia is good for things you aren't in a hurry for, like older releases. they also have official overseas versions [like sony's korean, taiwan and hongkong branches] when you're really strapped for cash and just want the item to listen to or watch. didn't someone say those don't count towards ratings? but since it's a hk based company, [isn't it? ] they wouldn't count in the sales ratings.

i always thought they had higher retail prices because they actually build in a small shipping fee and claim they are offering free shipping as their standard mode which would usually still be less than other retailer's item + shipping charges. you can pay for expedited, but then it would really be more than the other retailers.

i like cdjpn's point system. saves a lot. and gettin 50 points for answering a quick survey each purchase. they add up too. but, i also like that hmv membership often is a lower price and they have some great multi-buy reductions sometimes. a cheap way to pick up any old singles i missed.