So I own a physical US copy but I understand Japanese is faster. Is there a guide for getting a digital copy of this game from the Japanese PSN store that one can use or follow?

Or how does everyone else who plays the Japanese one do it?

(Future Runner for this game, just looking to get set up at some point)

There isn't any guide here, however:

1. Make a JP PSN account (There are guides online for this, also just in case remember to write down all the info for it)

2. Connect to JP PSN Store with it

3. Look for "デメント" or "DEMENTO" (if typing the kanjis is too difficult, try to locate the PS2 Horror games list on the store)

4. Check the price

5. Buy a a JP PSN Card (YEN) that has enough on it for the game (Play-Asia has some, however if it's your first time buying them, the credit card verification process can take a day or two)

6. Once you have the PSN Card code, use it to pay and download the game

cool beans! thanks for the information

Is it still possible to purchase this way? I googled the Japanese Playstation Store but none of the old pages work and I'm still looking for an affordable PS3 if I get into runs. I've heard some of the newer firmware updates are removing functionality but if it's still possible to purchase it on the actual console then that'd be pog.

Afaik, you can still purchase content from the PS3 store atm, however you have to use your PS3 for it.

I'm not sure if the PSP store is still available though.

Alright cool, thanks doc. Hopefully I can get the ps3 I ordered running and start some real runs.