Credit card companies summarize your charges and will help you in disputes with the store. For other anime goods So far, California is the best place for anime goods. That means ask for catalogs and ask for advice on the net. Some shops are much better than others in both price and service. Call for availability.
Some items are out of stock.
Call to verify price. Call to make the order. Sending an order form places you in a serious disadvantage. Try to use credit cards but expect to be using check or money order. These stores are quite small so they don't usually accept credit cards or checks.