The year-long NHK Taiga Drama “Go” broadcast in 2011 ended along with the Go and Azai Sisters Expo (江・浅井三姉妹博覧会) held in Nagahama until Dec. 4, 2011.

When such an event ends, the value of and demand for related merchandise plummets. So I see that Heiwado in front of Nagahama Station has a corner selling Go and Azai sisters merchandise at a 50 percent discount. Yep, half price for Go, Chacha, and Hatsu dolls, note pads, pens, hand towels, mugs, key chains, stickers, etc., etc.

It’s a bargain, so if you’re a fan, good deals are to be had.