We are happy to let you know that we at VOLKS USA will be able to offer you a limited number of SD17B Shiro Tachibana as our Tenshi-no-Sumika in LA store exclusive item!

     We are expecting him to arrive to us around the end of July, so keep your eyes on our store’s information board and our event blog here until then!

     He was originally an exclusive item only at the Dolls Party 27 event site, however there were only a few cancellations there, so it means our number will be extremely limited, and so we will hold a lottery for him. We are sorry to our avid web customers that we will not be able to offer him through our web store, but don’t be disappointed!

     VOLKS Japan’s International Web Site will also have him as a part of their After Event! Please check here for details! Don’t miss this opportunity to welcome Shiro, who became a little more mature!

SD17B Shiro Tachibana
Sculpted by: ZOUKEI-MURA INC.
Doll Design: MIKEY
Outfit Design: VOLKS Doll Design Department
Eyes: HG Glass Eyes Rosewood with Black Line, 16mm
Makeup: ZOUKEI-MURA Air-brushed Makeup, UV Coated
Wig: Original Style, 2-Natural, DD Size
Body: SD17 Boy Body, Pure Skin Shadow, UV Protection
Includes: Doll, Wig, Necklace, Shirt, Tartan Collared Shirt, Faux Fur Trim Vest, Jeans, Belt, Underwear, Wallet, Wallet Chain, Boots

* The item pictured is a sample. Please understand the items included may change and the actual product may vary.
Please understand that the SD17 Boy Body included in this set is not painted.
* Depending on the design, disassembly may be required to put on the outfit.
* Please be careful as the color of the outfit may stain the surface of the doll.
* Please be careful as the color of the wig may stain the surface of the doll.
We recommend the use of a “Dollfie Head Cap” to prevent the wig from staining the doll’s head.
* The outfit contains very delicate sewn areas. Rough treatment is liable to cause damage, so please take care when handling the outfit.

-Story-

The Alpine ridge shines red before his eyes.

The rumbling in the mountain was like a roar to him, ” Shiro, your life belongs to me, the spirit of the mountain!”

“You can’t defeat me!”

His dream is always the same.
He is back in Tokyo, but the rumbling that he heard on that day, at that place, is still passionately motivating, even now.

The meeting with Joe enabled him to speak about his dream to join a mountain rescue team.

Shiro felt nostalgic on his way to the park.

We were so excited to share the memories every time our own turn with the necklace came, even after Joe left us that summer. When did we start?
We started to talk about our dreams, thinking about Joe abroad.
Was that also a present that Joe left for us?

Damn it! I’m late…
His turn was two weeks ago. I’ll have to apologize…

Come on! Tsukasa will be mad.
Once he gets angry, it will last for a while.

The boys met in Tokyo and now they are each heading their own way.
Shiro Tachibana’s passionate, sharp gaze finally reaches your heart.

Regarding Our New Skin Tone “Pure Skin Shadow”

A long awaited new color for SD Pure Skin resin “Pure Skin Shadow.”

PS Shadow has a redder undertone in comparison to PS Sunlight, and will strongly express Shiro’s suntanned copper skin.

Applications are now being accepted for Dolls Party 27 Limited Items!

Applications for DD Rise Kujikawa, DD Sakuya, and SDGrG Jun Tachibana will be accepted from May 6th at 11:00am PST until May 9th at 11:00am PST.

Please make sure to read the instructions on Dolls Party 27 Lottery Entry for more details. Good luck!

The Volks USA Members Pre-Order for SDGou Yukinojo Sawaragi has also started, and is from May 6th at 11:00am PST until May 26th at 6:00pm PST.

Please note that this information applies to the lottery for
DD Rise Kujikawa, DD Sakuya, and SDGrG Jun Tachibana.

Please see SDGou Yukinojo Sawaragi for separate pre-order instructions, as he is not part of the lottery.

Agreement Upon Entry

1. Applications will be accepted from:

May 6th at 11:00am PST until May 9th at 11:00am PST

2. During the entry period, click the order button of the Dolls Party 27 Limited Items you want to purchase.
We cannot accept orders for additional items along with Web Dolpa 27 orders. If you wish to purchase additional items, please place a separate order.

Each customer may enter once for each item. If we notice several entries for one item purchased by the same person, we will cancel the entire order of that person.

3. The payment option is credit card payment (VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX or DISCOVER) only.
We cannot accept other methods such as layaways, money orders, personal checks, etc.

4. Check out your order, and fill out your information, including your credit card information.
You might see the cost shown on the screen but it will not be charged at this time. In some instances, your bank may place an authorization hold for the total on the card; however, the funds are not actually withdrawn until you have won the lottery and the transaction is completed.

Only the lottery winners will be charged.

5. We are planning to contact the winners of the lottery around the end of May by e-mail only. We will also delete the orders of the other applicants to make sure that they will not be charged.

6. Please be aware that we cannot accept any changes in the order at all including shipping address, credit card information, receiver’s name or cancellation of the order.

7. Items will be delivered approximately in August 2012.

Sato-gaeri Service

You will be able to choose Sato-gaeri Service for your Web Dolpa 27 order.
Please read through the agreement for the service and choose the proper service for your order.

The agreement for Sato-gaeri Service

Once you choose this service, we consider it as an agreement to our conditions. We will not accept any kind of claims for compensation if there is a violation of the agreement.
- It takes about one more month to be shipped than usual.
- We cannot accept any change of service or cancellations.

Sato-gaeri Service Menu

01 : Removing Seam Lines
Making your SD’s skin smooth by removing the seam lines completely from the surface using sandpaper and polishing.
Note: The SDGrG bodies have fewer seam lines because of a new technical innovation. Service for seam line removal will be done for the hands and flat feet only.
Price:
SDGr: $66

02 : Whole Body Coating
Coating the body to give a matte look and velvety texture. This service accompanies Seam Line Removal. Body Coating is not available by itself.
You have to have the 01 : Removing Seam Lines process before this service. Therefore, please order together with the 01 : Removing Seam Lines service. The 02 : Whole Body Coating service is not available alone.
Price:
SDGr: $57

03 : Self-Standing Parts
Attaching suede for better movement of articulation so that your Super Dollfie can more easily stand by his or herself!
Price:
SDGr: $66

If you wish to enter to purchase a limited item, please visit Dolls Party 27 Limited Items during the order period.
Once you do follow the link we consider it an agreement to our conditions.
We will not accept any kind of claims for compensation if there is a violation of the agreement.

If you have any questions, please inquire at service@volksusa.com

     This Dolpa line-up is short but sweet, and we’re doing things a bit differently this time! Have you seen the lovely girls yet? Let’s learn more about them! The girls will all be available via lottery entry as usual.

     First a hit video game and then a popular anime, from “Persona4″ here’s the lovely Rise Kujikawa! A former idol, she gave up her pop-lifestyle to help with the family business. Don’t let her cute face fool you; she’ll watch your back if you get stuck in the Midnight Channel! From her curling pigtails to her trim Yasogami High School uniform, she’s been beautifully reproduced as Dollfie Dream!

     From another video game, it’s Sakuya from “Shining Blade!” A powerful Soul Blader, she’s a commander of the Valeria Liberation Front. With sword in hand, she’s prepared to fight in order to thwart the plans of the Dragonia Empire! Will you help her? See how her dress flows! This graceful Dollfie Dream will protect you!

     The Tokyo Boys Story unfolds with a new chapter and a familiar face! It’s Jun, and she’s grown up a bit! Now as a Graffiti Girl, she still has the same sweet air, and even when wearing her school uniform, she still knows how to look stylish! Will you be welcoming her home?

     And speaking of home, look who’s returned to Tokyo! A little older, a little wiser, and filled with nostalgia- it’s Yukinojo Sawaragi! He’s reintroduced with a brand-new body, even more toned and articulated than before- the SDGou body! And here’s some good news for Volks members! Yukinojo will be offered as a special pre-order for Volks USA members, so all members who order him are guaranteed to receive him!

Applications for DD Rise Kujikawa, DD Sakuya, and SDGrG Jun Tachibana will be accepted from
May 6th at 11:00am PST until May 9th at 11:00am PST.

	DD “Persona4″ Rise Kujikawa Price: $605.00 © Index Corporation / “Persona4″ Animation Production Committee		DD “Shining Blade” Sakuya Price: $715.00 © SEGA
	SDGrG Jun Tachibana Price: $1,067.00

Volks USA Members Pre-Order for SDGou Yukinojo Sawaragi is from
May 6th at 11:00am PST until May 26th at 6:00pm PST.

SDGou Yukinojo Sawaragi Price: $1595.00

Please note: We apologize, but SD17B Shiro Tachibana and SDGrG Jun Tachibana w/Training Outfit will not be available for this event as they are limited for sale only to those who attend Dolpa 27 in person. Additionally, MDD Cirno will not be available for this event due to overseas copyrights.

Thank you for your understanding.

     Who says it’s too warm for jackets and coats? The weather here keeps flip-flopping between winter and summer, at least! The February Collection is small, but we’ve got a lot of cute items that I’m sure you’ll like!

     Warm and casual are what your SDs and DDs will be with these oufit sets. Perfect for just a day out, and comfortable enough to lounge around in at home! And if you’re looking for a little more style, then these cute outfits from the La Parsonal Pink Collection might be what you’re looking for! They’re inspired from older styles of fashion, and might be just the thing for your girls. If I were a little bigger, I would love to wear that green retro-style coat! Don’t you think it’s cute?

     Speaking of cute, there are some really nice outerwear for your DDs! I really like the bear-eared hoodie! Oh, but the fur-trimmed capelet set is really nice too! It makes me wish for snow!

     But if cute isn’t your thing, you can pick from several sizes of jackets. Maybe they’re just what your boy needs?

     Also, this release will finally debut the new wig colors! We have a few previously released styles for SD, MSD, SDC, and DD, so you don’t want to miss those either!

If you look over here then you’ll know what I’m talking about!

     Everything is coming April 28th@11AM PST so don’t forget, okay?

-Toppi

**Notice**

Instructions for customers who will come in person to Tenshi-no-Sumika in LA for this new item release:

Because of concern for safety issues, we will be organizing a line by lottery for this release.

1 Please line up out front at 10:30 AM. At 10:30AM sharp we will begin. Please do not be late.
2 You will blind draw a slip of paper with a number assignment.
3 We will then organize the line according to the number which is written on your slip.
4 At 11:00AM we will let in customers who are in the organized line. Customers will be let onto the floor by threes (3) as usual.

*Only customers who intend to shop may draw a lottery slip. If you have friends or relatives with you who have no intention of shopping, we will let them into the store after the organized customer line has entered.
*Customers who arrive after the lottery time of 10:30 will be let inside after the organized customer line.

Thank you ahead of time for your cooperation.

     After months of anticipation, number four of Zoukei-Mura’s Super Wing Series is finally available for pre-order! Starting March 17th, you can make your orders for this highly detailed kit!

     Zoukei-Mura, Inc. has decided to offer a special pre-order campaign period for the Mustang, and such will apply for orders taken both through the Volks International Web Store and Volks USA, Inc. From March 17th through June 30th, all Mustang orders will be eligible for Free Shipping*! Additionally, during this period, the Mustang kit will be offered for the price of $80**, and as a bonus, everyone who orders will receive a sheet of SWS stickers.

     Also available for pre-order, optional parts and figure sets, as well as Concept Notes No. 04! Have a look, and remember! All Mustang orders taken within the campaign period will be shipped for free!

*Only one order per customer, limit 5 kits max. Only applicable to orders including the P-51D Mustang kit. We will not accept orders containing non-pre-order items. Please note that we are not responsible for any additional charges incurred for customs or brokerage fees.

**Regular price, $95.

Applications are now being accepted for Home Town Dolpa Kyoto 9 Limited Items!

Applications will be accepted from March 11th at 11:00am PST until March 14th at 11:00am PST.

Please make sure to read the instructions on Home Town Dolpa Kyoto 9 Lottery Entry for more details. Good luck!

     Doll’s Party 26’s collection is a big one! Are you ready? It’s coming soon!

     If you thought November had some beautiful dresses, then just wait until you see these! Here are more classic styles, and there are plenty of dressy outfits for both the guys and the girls! Black and burgundy are really pretty together, aren’t they? Aah, look at those frills! I really want to try that dress with the cute little hat!

     Too fancy for your tastes? It’s okay, there’s plenty of more casual wear too! It’s still a little cold around here, and there are some cute outfits to keep your girls warm too! And don’t the boys look cool in their designer styles? Maybe they’re having a fashion shoot, hee!

     Also, two more school uniform outfits! How prim and proper your girls will look. I wonder how hard their schoolwork is…

There’s a lot of things to see, but it’s better if you take a look for yourself!

     Are you as excited as I am? Save the date! March 24th@11:00 AM PST is when everything will be available!

-Toppi

**Notice**

Instructions for customers who will come in person to Tenshi-no-Sumika in LA for this new item release:

Because of concern for safety issues, we will be organizing a line by lottery for this release.

1 Please line up out front at 10:30 AM. At 10:30AM sharp we will begin. Please do not be late.
2 You will blind draw a slip of paper with a number assignment.
3 We will then organize the line according to the number which is written on your slip.
4 At 11:00AM we will let in customers who are in the organized line. Customers will be let onto the floor by threes (3) as usual.

*Only customers who intend to shop may draw a lottery slip. If you have friends or relatives with you who have no intention of shopping, we will let them into the store after the organized customer line has entered.
*Customers who arrive after the lottery time of 10:30 will be let inside after the organized customer line.

Thank you ahead of time for your cooperation.

Agreement Upon Entry

1. Applications will be accepted from:

March 11th at 11:00am PST until March 14th at 11:00am PST

2. During the entry period, click the order button of the Home Town Dolpa Kyoto 9 Limited Items you want to purchase.
We cannot accept orders for additional items along with Web Dolpa Kyoto 9 orders. If you wish to purchase additional items, please place a separate order.

Each customer may enter once for each item. If we notice several entries for one item purchased by the same person, we will cancel the entire order of that person.

3. The payment option is credit card payment (VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX or DISCOVER) only.
We cannot accept other methods such as layaways, money orders, personal checks, etc.

4. Check out your order, and fill out your information, including your credit card information.
You might see the cost shown on the screen but it will not be charged at this time. In some instances, your bank may place an authorization hold for the total on the card; however, the funds are not actually withdrawn until you have won the lottery and the transaction is completed.

Only the lottery winners will be charged.

5. We are planning to contact the winners of the lottery around late March by e-mail only. We will also delete the orders of the other applicants to make sure that they will not be charged.

6. Please be aware that we cannot accept any changes in the order at all including shipping address, credit card information, receiver’s name or cancellation of the order.

7. Items will be delivered approximately in June 2012.

Sato-gaeri Service

You will be able to choose Sato-gaeri Service for your Web Dolpa Kyoto 9 order.
Please read through the agreement for the service and choose the proper service for your order.

The agreement for Sato-gaeri Service

Once you choose this service, we consider it as an agreement to our conditions. We will not accept any kind of claims for compensation if there is a violation of the agreement.
- It takes about one more month to be shipped than usual.
- We cannot accept any change of service or cancellations.

Sato-gaeri Service Menu

01 : Removing Seam Lines
Making your SD’s skin smooth by removing the seam lines completely from the surface using sandpaper and polishing.
Note: The SD16G and SDGrG bodies have fewer seam lines because of a new technical innovation. Service for seam line removal will be done for the hands and flat feet only.
Price:
Yo-SD: $33
SD16: $33

02 : Whole Body Coating
Coating the body to give a matte look and velvety texture. This service accompanies Seam Line Removal. Body Coating is not available by itself.
You have to have the 01 : Removing Seam Lines process before this service. Therefore, please order together with the 01 : Removing Seam Lines service. The 02 : Whole Body Coating service is not available alone.
Price:
Yo-SD: $33
SD16: $57

03 : Self-Standing Parts
Attaching suede for better movement of articulation so that your Super Dollfie can more easily stand by his or herself!
Price:
Yo-SD: $55
SD16: $66

If you wish to enter to purchase a limited item, please visit Home Town Dolpa Kyoto 9 Limited Items during the order period.
Once you do follow the link we consider it an agreement to our conditions.
We will not accept any kind of claims for compensation if there is a violation of the agreement.

If you have any questions, please inquire at service@volksusa.com

     This time we’ve gone and given the Shoes Section an overhaul. Items have been split up into groups by sizes to make it easier to locate the fit you need.

     Keep your eye out on our site for future updates as well, because we have more improvements planned. Take a look around, and happy shopping!