# OtakuSearch

> A free cross-platform search tool for anime goods available in Japan.

OtakuSearch lets users search for anime merchandise across 6 major Japanese platforms simultaneously. It accepts queries in any language and automatically translates them to Japanese using AniList (for anime titles) and Google Translate (for descriptive terms).

## What it does

- Generates direct search links for 6 Japanese platforms from a single query
- Translates input to Japanese automatically (AniList for titles, Google Translate for keywords)
- No scraping, no product data storage — opens each platform's own search results in a new tab
- Free to use, no account required

## Supported Platforms

- **Mercari JP** (jp.mercari.com) — Japan's largest C2C secondhand marketplace
- **Mandarake** (order.mandarake.co.jp) — Specialist in used anime goods, doujinshi, vintage collectibles
- **AmiAmi** (amiami.com) — Major retailer for new figures and pre-orders
- **Surugaya** (suruga-ya.jp) — Secondhand anime goods at competitive prices
- **Animate** (animate-onlineshop.jp) — Japan's biggest anime chain; shows per-store stock availability
- **Yahoo Shopping JP** (shopping.yahoo.co.jp) — Multi-retailer marketplace

## How translation works

1. Input is checked for existing Japanese characters (used as-is if found)
2. If ASCII only: AniList GraphQL API looks up the official Japanese anime/manga title
3. Goods keywords (figure, stand, badge, etc.) are translated separately via Google Translate
4. Fallback: full Google Translate for phrases not found in AniList

## FAQ

**Can I search in English?** Yes. All queries are auto-translated to Japanese.

**Does it store product data?** No. It is a link aggregator only.

**Is it free?** Yes. Always free, no login required.

**Can I check Animate store stock?** Yes. Animate links open animate-onlineshop.jp where per-store inventory is shown on product pages.

## URL

https://otakusearch.pages.dev/