Buy Smart Japan

Never heard of it but if you're trying to find a deal on Japanese hi-fi gear, there's no such thing. The way to find a deal is to buy a demo unit or used. I bought a demo Accuphase which saved me an unbelievable amount of money. Buy from a reputible dealer or used and don't take the risk. 

I love Japanese made products. Cars, instruments, etc. Unfortunately, just like the US, Japan has outsourced a number of things to China, Indonesia, etc. Domestic Japanese items can be quite pricy. I have  fender Japan Stratocaster (with US pickups) that is flawless and plays beautifully. My next guitar will be the top line Yamaha Revstar (the Made in Japan model). The fit and finish is outstanding. I just wish I could afford new Japanese hi fi gear like Accuphase

Just keep in mind that audio gear purchased from Japan is considered to be Gray Market goods ....If you are willing to assume that risk, then there are no surprises latter on.

The product is the Triode Corp TRX-M845 which has garnered pretty good reviews. It's out of my range though.  It doesn’t appear to be China cheap and nothing I have read indicates Chinese production. However, often the origin is concealed. I’m having a tough time finding a PSET 845 or GM70 amp on the second hand market, but will probably wait it out. My McIntosh MC 60s are out for repair again and must say I miss my music!
I do see a Shindo Corton-Charlemagne Q push pull KT88 amp that might serve me well. As you can see, I'm on the hunt.

I haven't used that particular service but have purchased from Price Japan and also Ebay with Japanese sellers with a good rating.  I have had no issues with service and ended up with big savings long as you are okay taking the risk of not having a US warranty.  The Ebay seller did offer a 30 day return policy which I did not have to use.  Triode Corp does have it on their website that they will not warranty or offer repair service for products sold from unauthorized vendors.  In some cases, if your item does happen to have issues, you can most likely have a local tech shop repair it for you at your cost.