The Japanese version games are basically compatible with only the Japanese version game consoles. Here is some information on how to play the Japanese version games on the non-Japanese version game consoles.
We hope this helps you to enjoy the Japanese games!

Note: The information below is intended only to be a helpful guide and may not be 100% updated in comparison to some of the information you may find elsewhere on the internet in regards to playing imported games. Himeya strongly recommends you also do a bit of research at your favorite resource sites for more detailed information on playing imported games. Thank you!

PC Windows XP Users

Many users of the English versions of Windows XP play imported Japanese PC games by setting up Windows XP to display Japanese text.

1. Go into the Windows XP's Control Panel.
2. Open the [Regional and Language Options].
3. Click on the [Advanced] tab.
4. Select [Japanese] from the pull-down menu at the [Language for non-Unicode Programs] section.
5. Japanese will display for all non-Unicode programs then (Windows restart required).

Below is additional information on setting up. Some games are required to do this.

1. Open the [Regional and Language Options].
2. Click on the [Regional Options] tab.
3. Select [Japanese] from the pull-down menu at the [Standards and Formats] section.

Some Japanese PC games may also have a region checker when they install, though this can be bypassed by downloading and using Microsoft's AppLocale program. Information on where to download it for Windows XP and instructions on how to use it can be found here:
http://www.microsoft.com/globaldev/tools/apploc.mspx

And for your information, the Japanese version of Windows XP can be purchased directly from Himeya right here.

Sony PlayStation 3 Users

At this time, no reliable information can be found on to successfully play imported games on PlayStation 3. Himeya strongly suggests you visiting your favorite PlayStation 3 resource web site and see if any new information regarding this subject has been released. For your information, the Japanese version of the PlayStation 3 can be purchased from Himeya right here.

Sony PlayStation PS1/2 Users

Both Sony PlayStation and Sony PlayStation 2 are designed to be able to play games only from their manufactured region. The 100% guaranteed method to be able to play imported Japanese games is to purchase the Japanese manufactured versions of Sony PlayStation or Sony PlayStation 2. For your informayion, both the Japanese versions of Sony PlayStation (PSOne) and Sony PlayStation 2 can be purchased directly from Himeya right here. One of the most common ways to play imported games on a foreign console system is to have a mod-chip installed. There are many web sites on the internet that go into more details on how to obtain/use a mod-chip for either your Sony PlayStation or Sony PlayStation 2. Please note that Himeya is not able to directly give out information on mod-chips because the installation/use of a mod-chip in a console will void the manufacturer's warranty on the console. Take great care and time before investing in the mod-chip method, although it's a proven method to play imported games. However, there are a few alternative solutions to get imported games to run on Sony PlayStation or Sony PlayStation 2. For Sony PlayStation, simple use of the Gameshark device can allow imported games to be played. For Sony PlayStation 2, the HD-Loader Kit has been used to play imported games. But same as the case with the mod-chip, Himeya recommends you to search for information on the internet before investing time/effort into any of these methods, as some can be a little tricky.

Sony PSP Users

The games for the Japanese Sony PSP are not built with a region lockout, so playing imported games should work with no extra tricks or modding. For your information, the Japanese version of the Sony PSP can be purchased directly from Himeya right here.

Microsoft Xbox Users

Same as the case with Sony PlayStation and Sony PlayStation 2, the Microsoft Xbox is designed to be able to play games only from its manufactured region. And like Sony PlayStation and Sony PlayStation 2, the most common way to play imported games on the Microsoft Xbox is to have a mod-chip installed. There are many web sites on the internet that go into more details on how to obtain/use a mod-chip for your Microsoft Xbox. Please note that Himeya is not able to directly give out information on mod-chips because the installation/use of a mod-chip in a console will void the manufacturer's warranty on the console. Take great care and time before investing in the mod-chip method, although it's a proven method to play imported games. Lastly for your information, the Japanese version of the Microsoft Xbox can be purchased directly from Himeya right here that is the 100% method for playing imported games without a hitch.

Nintendo GameBoy Advance SP/DS Users

The games for the Japanese/US Nintendo Gameboy Adavance SP/DS are not built with a region lockout, so playing imported games should work with no extra tricks or modding on either country's gaming unit. Though for your information, the Japanese versions of the Nintendo Gameboy Advance SP and Nintendo DS can be purchased directly from Himeya right here.

Nintendo GameCube/Wii Users

At this time, no reliable information can be found on to successfully play imported games on Nintendo GameCube and Wii. Himeya strongly suggests you visiting your favorite Nintendo GameCube and Wii resource web sites and see if any new information regarding this subject has been released. For your information, the Japanese version of the Nintendo GameCube and the Wii can be purchased from Himeya right here.