Hi Yeemiau,
most of my GFs are from China imports, and it's not easy to get Japanese ranchus in the market; even if you do, like you commented, price is the main barrier. Of course, I'm interested in getting to know more about joining your group and start all over again in learning from you guys on this Japanese ranchus keeping.
So far, my understanding toward Japanese ranchu comes from the website and believe that you would probably have some good advices onto the entry of Japanese Ranchu keeping....
Well, I'm prepared to study again....hope you could shed some lights...