Anibox

What's in the box: A mix of anime merchandise, some labelled premium, plus Japanese snacks and stickers, with the item count depending on the tier you pick.

Anibox sells monthly anime and Japanese pop culture boxes in several sizes. The Tier 1 box costs $60 and lists 13 items: 2 premium anime items, 5 to 10 more anime items, a Japanese snack and stickers. The Tier 2 box costs $99 and lists 20 items: 8 to 13 premium pieces, 8 to 15 more anime items, three snacks and stickers. Mini boxes cost $20 to $45, and a separate snack box is listed at $30. The site says its photos show example items only, so expect a mix of goods rather than exactly what is pictured. A customise option and member trade-ins mean you get some say over what arrives, but the site does not explain how much control you have. A loyalty ladder adds bonus items or premium pieces at set order counts, with a final gift at order 11. You also get a mega premium item for staying subscribed five or six months, depending on the tier. Prices are shown in US dollars, which UK shoppers should keep in mind. The site does not say what counts as a premium item, so value is hard to judge before you commit. Support is by email, with a stated response time of 24 hours.