I found a secret stash of Sonny Angel Hippers Looking Back Series in the US while Hong Kong shelves stay empty

My discovery of the US Sonny Angel supply chain

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More about shipping to Hong Kong

• My discovery of the US Sonny Angel supply chain
• The critical shortage in Hong Kong
• Why I source from US retailers like Urban Outfitters
• My 2026 shipping estimates for Sonny Angel boxes
• How I bypass US payment blocks with BuyForMe
• Important notes for Hong Kong importers

I have spent the last few months watching the market for the Sonny Angel Hippers (Looking Back Series) with increasing frustration. As a collector based in Hong Kong, I am used to certain items being hard to find, but the 2026 craze for this specific series has reached a breaking point. Every time I visit a local hobby shop in Mong Kok or Causeway Bay, the shelves are stripped bare within minutes of a restock. I realized that if I wanted to complete my set, I had to change my strategy and look toward the United States.

In my search for a reliable source, I found that US retailers are currently the best-kept secret for Hong Kong residents. While we face local shortages, major US outlets seem to have a more consistent pipeline. I decided to test the waters by ordering directly from the US and using a parcel forwarding service to bring them home. The results were better than I expected, and I feel a sense of urgency to share this before the US stock also begins to dwindle.

The critical shortage in Hong Kong

The situation in Hong Kong is dire for serious collectors. The "Looking Back Series" features these charming figures peering over the edge of your phone or laptop, and the resale prices on local platforms have doubled—sometimes tripled—the original retail price. I refuse to pay those markups. We are seeing a massive influx of demand as we hit the peak of the 2026 collecting season, and local vendors simply cannot keep up with the volume.

I noticed that many of my fellow collectors are waiting for months for pre-orders that never arrive. My experience has taught me that waiting for local restocks is a losing game. By the time a shipment reaches our shores, it is often already spoken for by VIP members or back-ordered. This is why I turned my attention to the US market, where I can use comGateway to secure items that are technically "out of stock" globally but still sitting in US warehouses.

Why I source from US retailers like Urban Outfitters

It might sound counterintuitive to buy a Japanese-designed toy from the USA to ship to Hong Kong, but the logistics of 2026 make it a necessity. Retailers like Urban Outfitters and the official Sonny Angel US store have been surprisingly consistent with their restocks of the Looking Back Series. I found that I could often find the exact blind boxes I needed while they were completely unavailable in Asia.

When I shop these stores, I always make sure to use my tax-free us address. This allows me to avoid US sales tax, which can be as high as 10% in some states. By shipping to a warehouse in Oregon, I keep my costs down significantly. I then use the international shipping rates provided by my forwarder to calculate the most efficient way to get them to my door. Often, buying a full case of 12 figures makes the shipping cost per item very reasonable.

My 2026 shipping estimates for Sonny Angel boxes

I want to provide a clear breakdown for anyone else in Hong Kong looking to make this move. Shipping small collectibles requires a bit of planning to ensure you aren't surprised by the fees. I always use a shipping calculator before I hit the checkout button to ensure my budget remains intact.

Because these figures are light but valuable, I recommend consolidating them with other purchases. If you are worried about the cost, you can check the current shipping fees to see if adding a few more items might actually lower your average cost per kilogram. Just remember to double-check the list of prohibited items if you are adding other goods like perfumes or snacks to your shipment, as those have different rules.

How I bypass US payment blocks with BuyForMe

One major hurdle I encountered when shopping at certain US stores was the dreaded "payment declined" message. Some retailers, particularly high-end boutiques or stores like Urban Outfitters and Sephora, often block international credit cards or refuse to ship to known forwarding addresses. I found this incredibly frustrating when I had the Hippers in my cart, only to have my order cancelled five minutes later.

I found the solution in the "BuyForMe" service. This is a life-saver for Hong Kong collectors. Essentially, I tell the team at comGateway what I want, and they buy it for me using a US-based credit card. This bypasses the regional blocks entirely. We have found that this is the safest way to guarantee that your order for the Sonny Angel Hippers (Looking Back Series) actually gets processed. It eliminates the risk of your order being flagged as "high risk" just because you are using a Hong Kong-issued card. If you are struggling with a specific US storefront, I highly recommend using this assisted purchase method.

Important notes for Hong Kong importers

As we navigate the 2026 shipping landscape, keep in mind that Hong Kong remains a relatively easy place to import collectibles. We don't have the same aggressive import taxes as some of our neighbors, but speed is of the essence. The Looking Back Series is trending so heavily that even US stock is starting to fluctuate. My advice is to act immediately when you see a restock notification.

I also suggest that you check our guide on 2026 shipping trends for more insights into how to handle fragile collectibles. When my packages arrive, I always check the sealing. Because I used comGateway, I can trust that the items were handled with care during the forward packages process. I have already secured three of the secret figures from this series by sourcing from the US, and I don't think I would have found them any other way. Don't let the local shortage stop you from finishing your collection—look across the ocean instead.