Where to purchase Angel Playing Cards in Japan? (1 Viewer)

[kyofinch]

I was interested in trying out some Angel playing cards as I've heard good things about them. I have a friend in Japan and was going to ask if he could pick some up. Is there a specific retailer in Japan that carries them? Thanks in advance!

 

[Godzilla28]

I got a few setups thanks to @quintooo the last time he was in Japan. He should be able to chime in on this.

 

[quintooo]

yes, Bic Cameras, Yodobashi Cameras, and Donki stores stock them on the toy floor. Some stores will have them, some won't. I didn't have much luck with the Donki's, but I have found a couple there.

You won't find any of the Angel Club Pokers though. The ones you see in store are these ones

tell your friend to stock up! Last time I went, I just bought all the stock from all the stores lol.

 

[kyofinch]

yes, Bic Cameras, Yodobashi Cameras, and Donki stores stock them on the toy floor. Some stores will have them, some won't. I didn't have much luck with the Donki's, but I have found a couple there.

You won't find any of the Angel Club Pokers though. The ones you see in store are these ones

tell your friend to stock up! Last time I went, I just bought all the stock from all the stores lol.

Awesome! I'll definitely ask my friend to hit them up and buy them haha. Thanks for the info!

 

[TheOffalo]

Is there no way to buy Angel Club Poker in retail stores in Japan?

 

[quintooo]

no, I don't believe Angel Club Pokers are sold retail anywhere. There was a GB on them a couple years ago, but not sure if you need a casino contact or if the MOQ is just absurdly high.

The one Angel Club Poker setup I have was through a casino contact

 

[davefr]

I was interested in trying out some Angel playing cards as I've heard good things about them. I have a friend in Japan and was going to ask if he could pick some up. Is there a specific retailer in Japan that carries them? Thanks in advance!

Buy them from Amazon.jp.

https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/SPNN6...efix=plastic+playing+cards,aps,66&sr=8-9&th=1

 

[JMC9389]

Buy them from Amazon.jp.

https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/SPNN633P-Plastic-Playing-Millionaire-Included/dp/B07G7QTDFR/ref=sr_1_9?crid=2LOMQ32EO4R9A&keywords=plastic+playing+cards&qid=1701193917&sprefix=plastic+playing+cards,aps,66&sr=8-9&th=1

@Geremie your time to shine (again!)

 

[allforcharity]

I knew that Amazon Japan sold lots of Angel decks, just wasn't sure they were the size and material that we're generally looking for on the forum.

 

[davefr]

I knew that Amazon Japan sold lots of Angel decks, just wasn't sure they were the size and material that we're generally looking for on the forum.

They're bridge size, std index, plastic and come as single decks in a nice plastic case. (choice of red or yellow). I don't know if they're acetate or PVC. The decks are cheap but shipping is expensive so order in bulk. They are really nice cards. ("same quality as their casino cards")

 

[grandmeme]

Collected from Yodobashi Umeda...

 

[stuamurr]

https://www.plazajapan.com/search-results/?q=angel+plastic+playing+cards

If you have someone in Japan then could pick them up at a good price.

 

[LeLe]

Collected from Yodobashi Umeda...

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Omg, I hoped you bought up all the stocks

 

[Geremie]

@Geremie your time to shine (again!)

These decks aren't the greatest ... you definitely want the club poker lime green box (bridge/jumbos)

 

[grandmeme]

Omg, I hoped you bought up all the stocks

Only 2 setups left in the country when I bought them. No idea when they will restock.

These cards are bridge standard index. Spoke to the manager in charge of that section during pickup. Apparently no more jumbo of these will be produced for a long, long time (specifics were lost due to my bad japanese)

 

[davislane]

Collected from Yodobashi Umeda...

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dibs!

These cards are bridge standard index. Spoke to the manager in charge of that section during pickup. Apparently no more jumbo of these will be produced for a long, long time (specifics were lost due to my bad japanese)

retract dibs!

 

[iLogik]

yes, Bic Cameras, Yodobashi Cameras, and Donki stores stock them on the toy floor. Some stores will have them, some won't. I didn't have much luck with the Donki's, but I have found a couple there.

You won't find any of the Angel Club Pokers though. The ones you see in store are these ones

tell your friend to stock up! Last time I went, I just bought all the stock from all the stores lol.

I had a good time switching back to US Amazon lol

 

[LeLe]

Only 2 setups left in the country when I bought them. No idea when they will restock.

These cards are bridge standard index. Spoke to the manager in charge of that section during pickup. Apparently no more jumbo of these will be produced for a long, long time (specifics were lost due to my bad japanese)

Still a wonderful find

Congratulations

 

[greenchip]

@mns99

 

[mns99]

@greenchip
Green back and yellow back are still in stock in Amazon.co.jp .

https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B009PGC4WC/

https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B07G7QTDFR/

Red back and blue back are out of stock.

 

[greenchip]

Anyone know an in-person store type of place with selection of cards in Tokyo?

Amazon jp might be an issue because of shipping timeframe

 

[ekricket]

Give these guys a call. They are card people. It’s a tobacco shop but carry cards for magic tricks and such. Probably know where to get the good cards.

http://usonotobacco.com/

 

[davefr]

FYI, a couple new Angel plastic decks just showed up on amazon.jp. It's the first time I've seen Angel Poker and Angel Blue Back Bridge on Amazon. The blue backs are really cheap at $4.50 USD. Shipping is expensive so it pays to buy in quantity. I'm anxious to try Angel Poker.


https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/dp/B07G7ZQL9Y?smid=AN1VRQENFRJN5&ref_=chk_typ_imgToDp&th=1

https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/dp/B06XRBRWZR?smid=AN1VRQENFRJN5&ref_=chk_typ_imgToDp&th=1

 

[greenchip]

People gotta tell me where to buy IN PERSON!

I know Amazon jp sells them, plus Yodobashi Umeda, which is in Osaka.

@mns99 @Hokuto789 where in Tokyo these are offered? I know someone who can grab one for me and I want to see the selection of what is offered there.

Also, no rent a car, so looking for Engel cards retailer in Tokyo, easily able to go by taking a train.

 

[Dane]

I'm interested too. Actually thinking about visiting the Angel factory in Kyoto in a couple of weeks if it's possible to buy some decks there...

 

[iLogik]

Interested

 

[waddadonk]

https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/dp/B06XRBRWZR?smid=AN1VRQENFRJN5&ref_=chk_typ_imgToDp&th=1

Is there a difference between this green box and the green box that says "Club Poker" that I've seen elsewhere on the forum?

Found this comparison so far: https://www.pokerchipforum.com/thre...d-slam-fournier-2826-more.114996/post-2373312

 

[davefr]

Is there a difference between this green box and the green box that says "Club Poker" that I've seen elsewhere on the forum?

Found this comparison so far: https://www.pokerchipforum.com/thre...d-slam-fournier-2826-more.114996/post-2373312

Club Poker appear to be paper cards:
https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/dp/B007AXF3IE?smid=AN1VRQENFRJN5&ref_=chk_typ_imgToDp&th=1

 

[Azanulbizar]

Is there a difference between this green box and the green box that says "Club Poker" that I've seen elsewhere on the forum?

Found this comparison so far: https://www.pokerchipforum.com/thre...d-slam-fournier-2826-more.114996/post-2373312

The green box that says "Club Poker" and is a two deck set up are PVC and sometimes(usually?) jumbo index. I only have one set of them in bridge size. They are still very nice cards but are similar, if not the same as the Casino Angel for Poker green back single decks on there and the red, yellow and blue back options from the above link(not the Club Poker single decks though). The Angel Poker two deck set up is an excellent acetate card in bridge regular index, and I've had no bowing issues with them. If those came in a jumbo or blackjack index, they'd be perfect imo.

 

[grandmeme]

People gotta tell me where to buy IN PERSON!

I know Amazon jp sells them, plus Yodobashi Umeda, which is in Osaka.

@mns99 @Hokuto789 where in Tokyo these are offered? I know someone who can grab one for me and I want to see the selection of what is offered there.

Also, no rent a car, so looking for Engel cards retailer in Tokyo, easily able to go by taking a train.

Yodobashi is a huge chain everywhere. If you can play around online on their website, you can have them transfer your items free of charge from Osaka to Tokyo with a simple click. It's also possible to have them do a stock check in every store across Japan. Takes around two days, IIRC. Doesn't need Japanese fluency as well; I can barely read Japanese lol