I really wouldn't even call it a "boom" in the US. Sure there's more people buying merchandise now but it's still a very small amount of the total purchases.
Thanks for the explanation, dude! I will keep an eye out for them toys at my local import stores! Animal-like vehicles FTW!
Oh! I'm thinking of actually going down to HK but towards the year end! However, it also depends on my work schedule...I have a commitment to go to Europe this year...sigh...