I Spent ¥50,000 On Vanguard Cards In Akihabara

In this very belated 50k subscriber special, I finally went and did it - spent as much yen on Vanguard cards in Akihabara as I have subscribers to celebrate.
Thank you to Pinosuke for camera assistance:
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Card shops visited (in Tokyo):
193:
〒101-0021 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 3 Chome−2−14 今井ビル ２F
Dragon Star:
〒101-0021 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−8−11 アキバスタービル ２階～３階
Card Rush:
〒101-0021 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−3−13, Omori Bldg, 1,2階
ShakaShaka:
〒101-0021 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 4 Chome−7−2 小林ビル 5F
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[@user-sy9sf4fw3l]

I am Sasaki, the owner of Shakashaka Trading Card. Congratulations on 50,000 subscribers! The video showed the good things about Shakashaka Shop and was a good advertisement. I'm looking forward to meeting the people who watch this video and come to the store. I had a lot of fun. Thanks

[@bellemirej]

Nice to meet a fellow Sasaki! (it's my 1st last name)

[@SKYAThatOneGuy]

Thank you for allowing him to record video in your store! Looking forward to visiting your card shop in the future.

[@GunmetalGator]

The favorite part of this video was honestly meeting the Shaka Shaka card owner. Seemed really nice and can be a rarity finding good owners who are understanding and amicable. Sometimes you strike outta luck in the States with what you get.

[@aimanzeem9912]

Japan is just a different vibe. The TCG culture is always so lively and refreshing to see

[@SykoTheOneNOnly]

I love the energy that the owner of Shaka Shaka had. He's so friendly and reminds me of my uncle. Haha I don't often go to card game shops, but this was very fun to watch!

[@Jb0411]

Love just how there are so many card shops there are in just one area and how huge the tgc scene is over in Japan. Meeting the Shaka Shaka owner was awsome and I'm sure those going to worlds will surely stop by.

[@user-ft7go7bp1c]

Honestly, the thing I love About vanguard is the Adventure that comes with it, being immersed in a game that is loved by fellow cardfighters alike just fulfills the vanguard experience as a whole, and that is what I love about physical TCG! they not only let you meet new wonderful people, but they also let you experience a shard of the world in which you share and have fun with everyone else!. Vanguard might not be the perfect tcg, but it led me to a world that is full with adventures like being able to travel to local shops or even competing for Regional tournaments, and even meeting new friends and sharing a bond with the people are tied to cardfight vanguard. One part of the video I love was how generous and down to earth the shop owner was and being able to form a bond with Kris. Makes you wonder of what other facinating things vanguard will bring in the future! Can't Wait!

[@lorddarkheart1716]

Man, the owner was so nice! You don't always get that friendly atmosphere from shops in the States. He was definitely my favorite part of the video.

[@jamess8595]

I'm still new to the vanguard community and I love seeing people and places that are passionate about the game! Where I am in the US I don't have any local vanguard communities so videos like this are one of my favorite ways to see what they are like! (Also good motivation to visit Japan to experience them myself someday ^_^ )

[@AbdullahAshfaqthgreen]

I know the Pain bro, I know the pain

[@saberuzumaki6781]

My favourite part was seeing the manager at Shaka Shaka, he seemed like a really funny guy and had great energy.

[@Galaxyxoxo1]

My favorite part was the shop owner from Shaka Shaka. He was so sweet and just had a great personality

[@ragv162]

I like how friendly the whole interaction in ShakaShaka was, definitely gonna pass by if ever get the chance to go to Japan.

[@frishmous]

Favorite part of the video is probably just seeing you walk around and actually find card shops, out here in the States you have to look up a location and potentially drive for hours just to find out they don’t sell your game, so seeing so many walkable stores has me a bit envious I suppose. Back when the original Vanguard anime was first coming out I got really into it, but I only ever had like 8 cards total so now with OverDress having such cheap start decks I was able to actually start playing the game and even get my family into it a bit as well. Your channel has definitely helped me build more than a few decks and convinced me to spend money on some I’d never have otherwise, so thank you for making me want shiny cardboard.

[@DigiNeko]

Hi DF ! I'll come to japan from 14th january to late jan. I'll be in tokyo for the most part of it and i'll bring my vanguard deck HAHAHA. Any recommendation for locals around akiba / shibuya maybe to play VG?

[@kingedge4805]

The Shaka Shaka owner was my favorite part of the video because he had such an amazing energy and enthusiasm. It really is a place I am aiming to go to when I visit later next year.

[@chemicalchocobo]

My favorite part of the video was definitely seeing the Shaka Shaka store owner. He seemed like a really cool guy and loves what he does. It's cool to finally put a face to the store you always speak highly of.

[@pedrovitor7180]

Seeing singles being buying is so exciting, especially because my country doesn't hava oficial Vanguard support, so we need to buy the cards from other places to play, and so it remembers me of the Blackout group playinjg between themselfs, 'cause it reminds me playing with my friends in our houses and minor "locals" tournamentes. It's was nice to see friends groups playing Vanguard for the cheer joy of it, every scene that someone is welcome in the team is so good to see (also the mirei intro, due to inclusion reasons, one of the best representations of anyone with deficiency in an anime, especially with the way she arrange her cards in the board) Man, I just love this game

[@waiherng48]

Such a helpful video of introducing the local stores for tourists! Adding them to my list for my next visit for sure 👌

[@Rarityfangirl]

I loved seeing you just walking around Japan and telling us about the local card shops! Had very casual and chill vibes, and was relaxing to watch. Congrats again, and love the cards you got! Here's to 100k next!

[@aeternumiter2443]

Loved this video! It was really cool seeing a vod from this channel, and it was so interesting to see especially shaka shaka shop because it was really interesting. I've never been in a card shop like that either so it was neat seeing their logistics and everything.

[@atta4153]

The Shaka Shaka card owner was for sure the highlight of the video! let you record in the store in his presence and seemed excited for the interaction, i've seen too many owners that want nothing to do with the people that come into their stores.

[@ClaudiaAster]

Loved the Shaka owner!!! Inviting staff is always what makes me feel welcome at shops. For the RRR booster I'm really looking forward to Bavs new art and the new RegalisPiece

[@parkerreeves4916]

Thanks for the great content as always DF. Always enjoy the vanguard content from the states.

[@dragheartdh2024]

My favourite part was seeing the manager at Shaka Shaka, he seemed like a really funny guy and had great energy Congrats on the 50k subs!

[@fishballbobo]

Overdress was my way back into vanguard as i stopped following since limit break era , and it was the first format i really invested in :) the best part for me was being able to get back into it and release my inner child while allowing me to bond with my friends and meet new ppl wif similar interests :) it also introduced me to you :) so thank you for all you do for the vanguard community !

[@epiceric99]

The Shaka Shaka owner seems like a really nice person with a lot of passion. I unfortunately don't have any card shops that have vanguard so it was really cool seeing an entire wall for it too.

[@ChristianV06]

Favorite part for me was realizing it’s an all blinged out set of cards. I havent played Vanguard since G Era so I dont know the new rarities. But still, Im happy for you to hit 56k subs. You’re an important part of the VG community 🙂

[@kennethtristan1644]

Loved the video DF thanks for helping me reignite my love for the series (through seeing your Tuesday streams reaction videos I found out my favourite card got an encounter), favourite part about this video is definitely seeing how the etiquette on buying cards as I wasn't that into vanguard or tcgs when I visited a couple of years ago. Happy to see your channel grow since the start of the g series.

[@AGnarlyKitty]

This video was so cool!! Thank you for making it and showing off the shop's in Japan!! Congrats on 56k subs, you have definitely earned it!!! Favorite part of Willdress was whenever Raika started to throw down, his character growth and the hype around Breaking The Rock rivals that of even Aichi/Ren hitting their peak moments!!

[@jackrakan1243]

Being able to see all the various shops in Akihabara as well as the genuine enthusiasm from the owner of Shaka Shaka. This was honestly such an awesome way to celebrate 50k subscribers.

[@unicomisMEI]

Awesome video! I really loved being able to see the inside of the store. Overdress was my first ever exposure to vanguard and card games in general. Finding your channel, finding the vanguard community in general both online and in person really meant a lot to me this year. Here's to hoping that 2024 and DivineZ continues to be a great year for vanguard!

[@shamirinn6520]

It's honestly always amazing seeing how many shops there are, and it was fun being able to see you go around and buy triple drive booster set cards.

[@kiriocity]

I am so happy to see Vanguard still around. I played so long ago but your vid may make me start all over! I think my favourite part of this was you choosing to support some local shops before going to the major stores. Shakashaka was so cool too!

[@AcePlaysTCGs]

That shop owner that let you film in the store was so cool. I love these man on the street vlog style videos, man. You're really doing the whole KZbinr experience and it's a blast to watch you give us a taste of what it's like to buy cards in Japan. Looking forward to the next Shopping Day with Kris. As for Triple Drive booster, that SIR Welstra got me thirsty. I need me some CEO yes sir! Assuming the new one doesn't completely replace the old one, that is. At any rate, great video!

[@ItsPhyllo]

Honestly getting to see a lot of the Akiba shops was my favorite part. Even if we couldn't see inside most of them, you providing information for them for us to visit ourselves is great! Can't wait to go myself! All of those cards were so pretty!

[@Mookiemonstah]

I really enjoyed seeing you travel around to the different stores, genuinely the whole video was great!

[@kentlara1233]

Congrats on reaching 50k subs!I'm so excited to get all the reprinted triggers from Triple Rare Set, especially the Keter ones.

[@virgilioocampojr.9277]

My favorite is just watching in anticipation of where they'll have what you are looking for! That's always the fun part of visiting shops! Buddy to my @Daxle was just there doing the same thing looking for cards for us! I will definitely share this vid to the crew!

[@ren3691]

Glad to see you doing content in Akiba again, haven't seen you come to shaka on Fridays lately. Hope you'll find time to come around and play in the shop fights some time soon 🫡

[@Minato-333]

lets goooooo :D congratz on 50k subs! best part of vid is just seeing all the unique card shops in jpn compared to here in america.

[@moaaron4963]

Very fun and personal look into the Japanese area Scene! Seeing in thr shop and interview was a great perspective! Thank for the funzies and always wishing the best!!

[@joshtran3843]

I am just keen to crack some boxes with the new local community I started. I work in a small shop where there wasn't a Vanguard locals on my side of town and everyone had to commute nearly an hour to get to the city for locals tournaments. Shortly after my manager heard of accomplishment at BCS, by coincidence they found me at another one of my local gatherings and told me how in the new year we will be looking to get some local shop tournaments started up. I am very proud of this accomplishment of growing this community from a group of people I just met to about nearly 30 people. I am very keen to see how my small community will continue to grow within the Divine era of Standard Vanguard and for us to make lasting connections as a community.

[@soulrj16]

Congrats reaching 50k subs! Just new in playing Vanguard and I find your videos helpful. I hope I can go to Japan someday and I'm really enjoying Vanguard and watching the Overdress series right now. That's a little cute Trickstar you have there! 😊

[@dumcathat]

Congratz on the milestone! My favourite part was seeing the Shaka Shaka Vanguard stuff! I appreciate that they let you film inside, and of course thank you for showing it to us and congratz again man!

[@ruvalis5602]

Lets gooo 🎉🎉 love this channel and Cardfight Vanguard!!

[@meon2002]

DF out here teaching us how to buy cards in Japan, when I plan to go to Japan next year is perfect timing!👀👀👀

[@hxnt3rrr]

Love the energy in that Shaka shop you had. You can tell the owner thinks of you as a valued customer/partner for the business! Hope to see more of this as you hit your milestones!

[@stefonwilliams6361]

Favorite part of the video was just seeing you walk around to the different shops and talk about stuff honestly. Relaxing vibe. Heres to more vanguard !

[@seanbailey9244]

Loved see'ing a shop up close. Super interesting to see how you mark a list and they pull it for you from whats in the displays. Cannot wait for the english drop of the new set in April and May.

[@henglip1445]

Tis set was cool having a new bastion ART and Congrats on the 50K subs! Keep Going!!

[@GalaKnight]

I love seeing Akihabara and being able to show my son. He has been dying to go to Japan and we plan on taking him sometime next year.

[@sterlingholben7990]

Congratulations on the 50k! Loved the video, I want to visit card shops in Japan one day and getting a glimpse into what they're like is very cool, Shaka Shaka has definitely been put at the top of the list. Happy Holidays to you, here's to more card games in the upcoming year!

[@yuuya2034]

Thanks a lot on showing some shops that are available in Japan as I might be going there in a few months time so glad to have some place to visit, nice to see some friendly people and owners

[@trayfalgarjangreoli11-stem46]

I love seeing you around buying those cards from those stores, it makes me inspired everyday to play vanguard, also the draw triggers you got there is awesome I hope someday I can meet you in real life

[@hirotokazuya2613]

Favorite part is that i mange to get back to Vg like 5-6 month ago, having blast right now. Didn't rly manage to play vg in the early 10's since i got no money but now on at Uni got to enjoy it the best with my friends

[@brandonnathaniel4179]

because this year is ending i just want to say thankyou for all your hard work on making content for youtube, i subs your channel from the begining of vg zero (lol now the game is dead) until now and i think all of your content was really helpful and entertaining for everyone who just started play the game and even really helpful for me too especially when vg zero is still exist. keep up the good work, and i hope the best for you and your channel in the next year and also i hope all of your wish come true next year! Merry Christmas and happy new year DF🥳

[@tothemaxthor1034]

My favorite part of the video was the interview with the Shaka Shaka owner, as well as getting a better insight of what Japanese card shops are like. Congrats on 50K!

[@LeviathanCove]

Very cool tour of the Akihabara shops, definitely seeing ShakaShaka and the fun owner was the highlight for me. I'm excited for the new Lyrical ride line in DivineZ as well as the 4 extra cards we get in decks.

[@itzzfitsgames8433]

My fav part of this journey is finally able to play with someone in my country, meet alot of people. My fav set was the release of messiah as that is the vv first deck in D i bought and upgrade and still trying to update it more. Rlly enjoy your video as i was planning to go JP for 1 year plus already and i hope i get to go to JP this year or next year. This vid help me to target which shop to go and ik how much i need to buy more vanguard cards hahahha. And thank u so much for releasing this type of vid and pls do more. And happy holidays

[@nealson725]

My fav moment from this vid is the atmosphere of akiba, i still remembered when i went to shaka and having a difficulty communicating with the owner himself kekw, congrats for the subs and Merry Christmas+Happy New Year!

[@Zekurix]

Grats on 50k! Fav part of the vid was definitely the friendly card shop owner, really awesome to have these kind of people breathing life to the hobby. I am sooo excited for the effect trigger re-prints in the triple drive set once it comes out in english, and I don't mind it if I get a SIR Seraph snow too :3

[@milanvu3141]

Very nice vid as always. The Shaka Shaka owner was so wholesome, loved his whole vibe. Probably my favorite part of this video. Is interesting how many cardshops can one city have.

[@shoutginga9718]

I just found your channel recently thanks to joining the vanguard community in my country, and I gotta say, it has been a blast playing vanguard with my community. I'm still new to vanguard and just seeing the cards itself is already thrilling. My favorite part about the vlog is obviously the Shaka Shaka card shop, the owner is very nice and the card displayed there is really cool.

[@jonathanchin3842]

Visting Japan next fall! This video alone already has me excited! I'll definitely be visiting ShakaShaka for sure

[@vonwafer12]

Guaranteed when I get to go to Japan, Shaka Shaka will definitely be getting a visit from me! Definitely wish more store owners would let you film the process, but I totally get wanting to be respectful. Just want to give shoutouts to DF putting out quality content throughout the years, I still go back and watch old deck and fights all the time lol, and you're still a big reason I play Vanguard and enjoy watching Vanguard content. Cheers to the New Year and many more brother! Keep up the amazing work!

[@jordanchan2941]

I love your vids man, keep up the good work

[@shawnrodriguez4489]

Love the videos man. I recently got back into vanguard from the beginning of G era. Love the SIR bavs. By far my favorite deck to play. Plan to visit Japan in the near future! Congrats on the 50k subs as well! Well done!

[@TheLumaknight]

Congratz on the 50k the shaka owner seemed very nice if i ever get through to japan will be sure to visit

[@beru3588]

I LOVE HOW YOU ACTUALLY GOT TO GO INTO SHAKA SHAKA i THOUGHT IT WAS SO COOL HOW THE SHOP WORKED AND HOW YOU ACTUALLY GAVE NEW PLAYERS A CHANCE TO SEE INSIDE A STORE SO THEY CAN SEE THAT THE PEOPLE IN THEM ARE NICE

[@justaperson7227]

I've been watching your channel ever since the vanguard zero videos. After the first season of overdress I just quit vanguard but got back into it thanks to one of ur videos. I haven't gotten the chance to go to any card shops because alot of them in my country are far from where I live so this video was a really cool experience 😄

[@effortlessone846]

Super cool video! I've never really wondered abt how card shops operated in Japan but it's interesting to see many different shops nearby which is something I'll never see in my area hahaha. Honestly, seeing these cards makes me excited for the upcoming new DivineZ era for standard. That and the rule change to 50 card main deck and the new energy generator are super exciting and I can't wait to start playtesting for new cards and mechanics.

[@dawidshakestheworld]

Congrats on the 50k! Glad I was here for the journey!! One day I will go to a store in Japan and visit! The shaka shaka guy seemed real nice. (I mean of course he was, you were giving him a load of money ehheheee) I'm hoping to get myself a copy of that bav once it hits english. The art just hits different!

[@alexanderyang3145]

I did enjoy the OverDress set because of the OverTrigger lol. Excited for the new upcoming DivineZ with the new energy crests 54 deck size and starter decks! Congrats on 50K!

[@everyonewantsd7596]

Being bale to finally play vanguard, re Watchung every season again, just the entire memories and nostalgia! I love overdress and can't wait for more keter Knights!

[@PokemonMaster7068]

I am absolutely most excited for SIR Welstra and the new Welstra cards coming in DivineZ!! I feel like Welstra peaked in set 9 and is FINALLY time to shine again. Congrats on the milestone!

[@conankudo3]

Awesome video! Always cool to see Japanese shops and the akiba area

[@RealBrawlz]

Given me some places to check out when I finally get to visit Japan. Can't wait

[@VelkyStrom]

My favourite part is seeing the card stores in Japan and how the stores operate! Congratulations on hitting 50k subs!

[@chrissalinas7439]

I'm super excited for vanguard to keep going. I don't have any local shops that sell it, but everytime my friends and I play our cardfights are epic. I also had a friend visit Japan in November and brought me back some packs to open on New Years

[@monsieurtasse4463]

Shaka Shaka will get a lot of visits now! I hope Shinobu and Greedon will be back in some ways in DivineZ, they were so great. Overdress will always be special for me as it’s the very first TCG I really got into and it ticked every box I wanted. This channel has been super helpful all along the journey! Happy holidays to everyone! 100k next!

[@PentaAbyssgard]

What's this? Is it yet another Freemium content??? Joke aside, going through the shakashaka store is the best part for me for sure! Seeing all those cards laying over (well, hanging over) everywhere waiting for someone to buy them really had me excited. And the vid is actually being soo helpful if someone were going to visit japan and trying to find some card shops (I just wish it's me). Anyways it's been a nice journey going forward with this channel. I was first re-introduced to Cardfight Vanguard by my friend but your helpful and fun videos had been the greatest help for me to satisfy my cardfight vanguard hunger😂 Thank you again for the Freemium content!

[@itzshibui253]

Favorite part of the video was meeting the shaka shaka owner. He seemed like a really cool shop owner and if all the shop owners are even just a little bit like him then i can't wait to get to japan. He was also so helpful and happy for your patronage it was so different from how owners and stores are in the States. and congrats on 50k subs

[@KaseySendou]

Happy belated 50k subs, Kris

[@moxxifella6359]

Have to say the best part of this video was the whole video and makes me want to move to areas that have more Vanguard, well card games in general with really friendly people. I'm so glad I found this channel since I've only started maybe a few months ago falling in-love with 4 decks, Bavsargra, Youthberk, Seraphs and Eva. Secretly seeing those Bavsargra cards was the best part :)

[@THEPERSONWHOASKED6979]

QUEST COMPLETE! Day well spent! Hearing a lot abt shaka shaka from you and im so glad you tag us along!

[@jianzhing9298]

Love the variety of cardshop in japan hope to visit them soon. My favourite part of the video is just enjoying the vibes of the store & surprise at how well organised & display of the cards were

[@arigato9127]

My favourite part is that there’s no twitch chat 😂 Jokes aside, honestly it has to be this whole video was really nice. It’s a breath of fresh air and this tour felt like I was there myself. I actually really loved it and you made it seem so much more nicer than it is. 😤🙏

[@mysticguard6077]

I'm going to Japan in Spring 2025 so this video was great way to know about some shops to head to when I get the chance. Definitely looking forward to the new decks in Divinez I can build there.

[@AluesnocFreeman]

Can't wait to see what happens at 100k! A interview with the ShakaShaka owner in the future could be cool. Just hearing about the card game community in JP is cool! Excited to see what new Zorga support comes out. Cardfight!! Vanguard SkyRide first chapter was fun!

[@0_0oweee4]

the most favourite part the video was definitely you meeting the cardshop owerner friendly and cheerful these kinds of shop owner makes u feel "spending" more and joyful overall makes the community a better place . esspicially out side of japan where the margin for card shop owner are not the best and the rental for some spaces are down right evil

[@Cold0L]

I LOVE THIS VIDEO MAN, the best part was meeting the Shaka Shaka owner and seeing vanguard in Japan. The Shaka Shaka owner is so nice, it makes me want to go to Japan XD. ALSO I enjoyed the blogging aspect of the video

[@nathantaylor228]

Favourite part of the video definitely was the interaction with Shaka Shaka’s owner. He seems like such a enthusiastic and driven card shop owner, and I imagine also a great TCG player as well. Favourite part of S1 was the first connection between yu-yu and trickstar, it reminded me of Aichi’s psyqualia.

[@LiftedSwingline]

Shaka Shaka sweep!! Can't wait for the video about buying cards from the card shops in Japan. I'd really like to visit some day and pick up copies of some of my favorite units.

[@grant6032]

First of all, congrats on hitting 50k subs! The thing I am most excited about Vanguard right now is the release of DivineZ. I love seeing new mechanics being implemented in an already intricate and fun game. Also, new anime, that is great! Road to 100k subs! LESGOO

[@strikefreedom4454]

My favorite part was the wonderful shaka shaka owner and finally being able to see the shops you talk so much about also the SIR are gorgeous hoping to get a jheva when it drops in English also happy for a broken toy reprint finally

[@halo32133]

Favourite part of the video was when you showed the viewers how to purchase the cards. I felt like that was definitely a must show for people who havent been to japan. When I first went there it was not something I was aware of so, for anyone going to japan it would make us foreigners look a bit better after understanding the different customs ahah

[@autumnleaves1484]

Its always fun watching videos of people shopping at card shops even though I'm too nervous to go myself 😅. But Shaka Shaka looks like a great place!

[@kuramanomiko2003]

Congrats on 50k+ subs! I loved seeing the Shaka Shaka owner on screen. He seems really nice and reminds me of the owner of my locals! When I go to Japan again I'll definitely set aside some time to stop by his shop! Can't wait to see what DivineZ has in store for us - I really loved Nishio Yuka as Yuki in Dear Days, so I'm really excited to see Nao and Varga Dragres! 😊

[@drkprince99]

Definitely enjoyed the interaction with the shopkeep. Looking forward to new Lyrical as it's being included in the main set now.

[@aarontimothy2960]

My favorite part of this video is how i get to see you taking us to japanese shops and talk with locals in english, get to know what it’s like there as a non-Japanese speaker ❤

[@moualor1402]

Looking forward to the once per fight "Divine Skill". Your videos have been both fun and helpful, looking forward to another great year of contents!