AnimeNation.net's Gene Field announced on Saturday that the online retail company is closing shop after 20 years.

Field offered the following statement:

After 20 years, we've decided to get out of the retail game. A heartfelt thanks to all our great customers over the years, and all of the terrific employees that made AnimeNation a fun & dynamic place to work. At times it's been a dream come true. We've been doing this a long time though, and it's just time to move on to new and different challenges.

The store will send out e-mails to customers regarding current orders or customers can contact the store at [email protected] regarding cancellations, refunds, shipment tracking, and other inquiries. Field stated RentAnime.com will continue with more focus. The site's forums, news blog, and Facebook page will remain active.