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Willowtear

@willowtear.bsky.social
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30+ | 🍁🇨🇦 | Anime and figure enthusiast

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Raggedy Robin, CEO of Sweater Lucifer @raggedyrobin.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Well now I'm just being spoiled
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Did not hesitate ordering. I can't wait to get my hands on these cuties and reading their story again and their new adventures!
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📻🍎Jo💼🍄⎊⍟💙💜 @ovid69.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
The link for getting "An Unlikely Friedship" is here!! The sale will begin in 13 hours💖 www.fanhouse2017.net/en/products/...
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Good Smile Company @en.goodsmile.com · 21/08/2026
GSC Figure Update! Good Smile Company Cardcaptor Sakura G.S. Collection [SC] Sakura Kinomoto: My First Sparkle Stay tuned for more information coming soon! #goodsmile
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📻🍎Jo💼🍄⎊⍟💙💜 @ovid69.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
🦌:😏 🐐:🙄 #radioapple
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Deer To My Heart - Preorders Open! @deertomyheart.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
🌟Preorders are officially open! Get your bundle today!🌟 deertomyheart.bigcartel.com Anyone who orders a bundle from now until August 15th will be eligible for our Early Bird Bonus! #radioapple #appleradio #doecifer #doelastor #buckcifer #bucklastor #fanbook #fanzine #dtmh
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Deer To My Heart - Preorders Open! @deertomyheart.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Did someone say BUNDLES?! Here is a sneak peek of the bundles we are offering! Feel free to ask any questions! More merch coming soon! Preorders open in 4 days! #fanbook #radioapple #appleradio #doecuifer #bucklastor #buckcuifer #doelastor #DTMH
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Sorry to jump in, but you can definitely get the standees for about 3000 yen/each from Mercari Japan if you're comfortable using a proxy. I've personally ordered Alastor's and Lucifer's maid & butler standees for about 5000 yen total recently (just waiting for them to arrive)
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Deerly Beloved ⟡ ZINE CONCLUDED! @raweddingzine.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
And they all lived happily ever after... It's been one year since we opened pre-orders on June 21, 2025. To celebrate the #RadioApple / #AppleRadio anniversary, we are pleased to announce our final donation number of $19,000 USD! Details ⬇️ 🧵
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
This was long, but if you have any questions, I’ll do my very best to help!
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Extra tip #3: Some listings are for auctions, but you’ll not be able to place a bid. If you only want to see immediate-purchase listings, select "Type of listing" on the left side, and then “Normal listing”.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Extra tip #2: Remember you’re buying from Japan - new listings tend to appear in the daytime and during the evenings around 5 PM to midnight JST, so keep that in mind, especially when you request consolidation.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Extra tip #1: Be patient! Sometimes a better listing or price will appear later. Don’t be like me and buy it immediately unless it’s extremely limited; some Japan-exclusive merch is crane prizes, and there’s plenty to go around.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
This was my timeline: Ordered: May 23 Arrived at the warehouse: May 25-27 Consolidation request: May 27 Consolidation estimate (and payment): May 28 Shipping: May 30 Arrival (to Canada with Small Packet (AIR) for 870 YEN): June 9 (Customs: $21.21 CAD)
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
FOR MY FELLOW CANADIANS: Anything over $20 is ALWAYS subject to taxes after clearing customs. Sometimes I get lucky with a package value of under $100, but not every time.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
One more prompt from Buyee confirming that everything looks good and you’re finally done. Congratulations, you’ve successfully placed an order with a proxy! You will receive an email later when it has shipped out. I hope this can help some people get their hands on the adorable new merch. 📻🍎
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Just like the single listing, you select the shipping method that works for you. Shipping prices have been adjusted for the consolidated size and weight, but generally, it's better to combine to save on shipping. Choose whichever one works/sounds best to you and select “Finalize Change”.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
After a few days, you should receive an email that the package has been consolidated (it personally took me 36 hours for the email to arrive). Go to My Page > Package Information, then click “Select shipping methods”. You can also select “See More” to make sure everything is in there.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
The status will now say “Consolidation in Progress.” NOTE: This may take a few days to complete. You will receive another email from Buyee when it’s completed.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
This will prompt the next page and the final confirmation before the consolidation request. Make sure to review if you want protective packaging added as well. Once you’re done, click “Apply for Package Consolidation”, and Buyee will prompt you to make sure you’re okay with proceeding.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
When ALL of your listings arrive at the warehouse, you can consolidate them. Go to My Page > Package Information to view all the listings. Select each listing you want in a single package (make sure you select them all), then click “Add Package Consolidation”.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
IF YOU ORDERED FROM MULTIPLE LISTINGS: You will need to wait for everything to show up at the warehouse first (some will arrive/ship faster than others). Again, you have up to 30 days of free storage at Buyee. The following is what to do if you ordered from more than one listing.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
The next page is to triple-check everything again (invoice and address). Once you read through everything and it looks good, click “Checkout”, and you’re finally done! Just wait a few days for it to ship, and you will eventually have your hands on some lovely merch of these feral cuties.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
This will show you all the available shipping options. This is dependent on the size and weight of the listing you ordered. Choose whichever one works/sounds best to you and select “Finalize Change.”
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Once your listing arrives at the warehouse (you will also get an email notification), you have 30 days of free storage before paying for shipping. Go to My Page > Package Information to view the listing. If you’re ready to have it shipped, click the “Select shipping methods” button.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
(Sorry, this is a different image listing because this is what I actually ordered before making this tutorial.) You can track the listing of when the order was shipped and when it arrives at the Buyee warehouse.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Congrats, you did it! ...but now what? Patience! The listing needs to be delivered to the Buyee warehouse first (and for inspection if you selected this plan). You can view the status of the listing by clicking the Cart button at the top and then clicking “Orders”.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
After selecting your preferred plan, review the total amount and select your payment method. THIS IS YOUR FINAL DECISION IF YOU WANT TO PROCEED! I personally use PayPal, and after confirming payment, your order is completed, and you should receive an email confirmation shortly after.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Keep in mind what I said about these costs. It can add up real quick. I usually like to find listings that have ‘grouped’ items if I can help it. Like multiple characters in one or the same character but different merch (plush, keychains, pins, etc.) to minimize the total cost.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
I personally select the Lite Plan (0 YEN) because I trust the original sellers to send the product in good condition, but this is ultimately up to you. Buyee has a flat, non-negotiable, and non-refundable service fee of 500 YEN per listing. Again, PER LISTING!
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Once you’re ready, click on “Proceed to order page”. Sign in to your Buyee account if you haven’t already. Here is where you can choose to have Buyee inspect the product for you before shipping to your country, for 300-500 YEN per listing, not per product!
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
You can view the estimated shipping time to the warehouse (more on this later). If everything looks good, press the “Buy now on Buyee” button, and it will redirect you to the BUYEE site (the URL has been changed from jp.mercari.com to buyee.jp/mercari). This is your final check before ordering!
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Click on a listing you like and thoroughly review it first. Things to check: • Price (and if shipping is included) • Item condition • Seller rating
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Here’s the fun part: scrolling through all the listings to find what you’re looking for! You can filter the results given. I recommend “Show available only” and “Newest” for better results. You can even find the Maid & Butler Café Lounge stuff in case you missed it last time.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Go to: jp.mercari.com/en Use key terms in the search bar. TIP: Try to use the Japanese word/name for what you’re looking for. For example, Hazbin Hotel is: ハズビンホテル For better results, use Hazbin Hotel Lucifer: ハズビンホテル ルシファー (Lucifer has less merch, so it's easier to search with him in it.)
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
For ease later, please add your address to your profile under My Page at the top-right and navigate to the left side to “Delivery Address”.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
What you’ll need to do: 1. Check if Buyee ships to your country: buyee.jp/helpcenter/g... (You may need to turn off translations) 2. Create a Buyee account (Free) 3. Have a valid payment option (PayPal or a credit card: VISA, MasterCard, JCB, and UnionPay. They will NOT accept Debit cards)
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
I recommend using Mercari Japan – an online marketplace where people sell products (usually second-hand) instead of through a retailer. Mercari uses Buyee (a proxy) to ship items internationally and acts like a buyer for you (more on this later in this thread).
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
DISCLAIMER: I'm not sponsored. I'm using my own personal experiences buying figures over the years and hunting for exclusives on many sites. I’m also located in Canada, so certain things may not apply to you. Any customs/import taxes you might incur are dependent on your country’s import duties.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Fellow shippers, I’ve seen some questions floating around about how and where to buy certain Japan-exclusive Hazbin Hotel merch using proxies, and I hope this step-by-step post helps! Note: Some wording in the pictures might be off due to auto-translations. #radioapple #appleradio
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
You're so sweeet, thank you!! 🥹💕
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
Thank you! You did such amazing work and they need to be displayed. ☺️ I also have the cursed cats as well!
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
Hopefully there will be another wedding zine! 🥺💍
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
Japan released them in Round One locations around May 23. I got mine through Mercari Japan.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
They were from a stretch goal achieved for the Deerly Beloved/RadioApple wedding zine: bsky.app/profile/rawe...
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
Admittedly, I got these ones from Temu when searching "acrylic display case", but I've seen similar on Amazon or AliExpress.
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
We do it out of love! ❤️
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
If it helps, the dimensions for the cases I have are roughly: 29.5 cm x 16.5 cm x 24 cm. There are two removable shelves because I think they're originally meant for displaying blind box figures. But I will say, they were very difficult to assemble as the sides need to be snapped together at once. 😅
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
Right??? It’s so perfect for them! The other ring case is an apple, but it’s hard to tell when it’s open. I plan on getting a violin ring case instead. 🎻 (Also, I love all of your works, as you can tell 😂 I can't wait for the next zine!)
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Willowtear @willowtear.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
Thank you! I searched for stackable acrylic display cases with a door, if that helps. I love your little guys for the wedding display! Hopefully I can find a mini wedding cake to add to it one day. 🥹
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