Do you usually have collections? Whether it's model figures, Lego blocks, dolls, or anything else that's important to you, displaying it neatly in your home looks very therapeutic. However, if you have a large collection and want a high-quality display cabinet, the cost will be quite astonishing. But recently, Japan's DAISO has launched a set of transparent display cabinets for only 550 yen, which has sparked heated discussions in the community, and there has even been a rush to buy them.
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Key points in selecting transparent display cabinets
If you want to display some collections, but are worried that they will accumulate dust on the shelves or be damaged by falling during earthquakes, a transparent display cabinet will be a better way to store them. However, there are several important points worth noting when purchasing transparent display cabinets:
First of all, "material" is the key to protecting exhibits. Common materials include glass, acrylic, PET, etc. Glass is harder and scratch-resistant, but overall heavier and less changeable. Different hardnesses will also affect the stability of the displays.
Next, the transparency of the home is also an important consideration. A good material has a slightly higher transmittance under light and can better display details, but glass provides a more stable transparency effect and is less likely to turn yellow over the long term and remains clear. In addition, the ease of assembly depends on the design and parts quality. If the display cabinet is multi-piece splicing, there needs to be clear assembly instructions and accessories to allow users to complete it easily, otherwise it will increase the difficulty of assembly.
Considering that most collectors will only buy more and more, future expansion functionality should also be considered before choosing a display cabinet. The possibility of stacking and combination allows users to configure the display space more flexibly. Choose stackable designs, especially multi-layer or expandable styles, to expand your space as your collection grows. For renters, choosing assembled products will be easier to handle than traditional glass display cabinets when moving and dismantling in the future.
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In addition, the internal display rack combination will affect the placement level and aesthetics of the display items. In response to the height differences of different collections, it is recommended to choose a design with adjustable shelf heights to accommodate display items of different sizes. Finally, in terms of price, the price of display cabinets varies depending on the material and design. Glass display cabinets are usually more expensive, but if you consider portability and economy, acrylic material would be a better choice.
If the budget allows, a large collection cabinet like JAJAN may still be a better choice. It is a relatively large commercial collection cabinet currently on the market and is more suitable for collecting larger collections.
Having said so much, is there a cheap and easy-to-use transparent display cabinet? When it comes to 100-yen stores in Japan, in addition to 3COINS, which has become popular in recent years, we have to mention the most famous DAISO. The products it sells are cheap and rich in variety. Recently, there is a model called "Transparent collection case (透明コレクションケース)" The product is very popular, and the price is only 500 yen (excluding tax), and the price including tax is only 550 yen! This prefabricated transparent display cabinet is not only easy to assemble, but the quality is also beyond everyone's expectations. It has recently sparked heated discussions on X and is also a popular daily gadget.
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Although it requires self-assembly, I believe it is not too difficult for most people. Assemble the bottom panel, side panels, and top panel in order. During the assembly process, you can choose the height of the matching shelf according to the size of your collection. Finally, install the front-opening door panel. Since the door panel adopts a magnetic design and uses neodymium magnets, the magnetic force is also very good. If you get close, they will snap together and stick together, which is very therapeutic.
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The satoshi-toys blog has detailed sharing of the unboxing and assembly process of DAISO's transparent display cabinet. The introduction is very detailed. I recommend everyone to read the full article (click here).
Many Japanese netizens have shared the display effect of this DAISO transparent display cabinet on social media. Even though the price is cheap, the quality beyond expectations has been highly recommended by many.
Before everyone discovered this 100-yen goodie from DAISO, most people recommended the transparent display cabinets of 3COINS. However, a set of 3COINS transparent display cabinets is priced at 1,500 yen (excluding tax) / 1,650 yen (tax included). You can buy 3 sets of Daiso display cabinets. Some netizens also mentioned that the two products are very similar in assembly methods.
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DAISO's transparent display cabinet has been selling very well recently. If you plan to travel and shop in Japan in the near future, in addition to going from store to store, you can also check the inventory status in advance through the Japan DAISO Apps, but this APP needs to be switched to the Japanese App Store to download.
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In order to make it easier for everyone to find it, relevant information about this product is also provided at the end:
Product name: 透明コレクションケース
Size: About 27cm × 18cm × 23cm
Material: PET, NIB
Model: JAN 4550480531786
Price: 500 yen (excluding tax) / 550 yen (tax included)
*Tips: You need to switch to the Japanese app store before downloading
