For those considering the US model which is listed as USD 549 [1], the Japanese one currently sells for ~USD 260 in Japan [2].

[1]: https://pomera.us/products/pomera-full-suite-typewriter-for-...

[2]: https://kakaku.com/item/K0001457601

The list price appears to be ~USD 380, which is still a hefty saving compared to what they charge for the US model. There are of course software and hardware differences [3], but if it is primarily the hardware you are interested in, I see no reason not to at least consider importing one.

[3]: https://pomera.us/pages/support-help-support-pomera-dm250us-...