Copyright (C) 2006 J-List, all rights reserved. http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2F Do you love Japanese stuff? JBOX is a wonderful toybox of things from Japan, with Japanese anime goods, Bento boxes, manga artbook, apparel, and more! You've got a friend in Japan! en-us Wed, 16 May 2012 21:31:53 -0400 10 http://www.jlist.com/jbox_rss.jpg http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2F http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FKTA005 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/KTA005#R6 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 07:56:18 -0400 For those who love those konpeito (also written kompeito ) traditional Japanese candies, here's a wonderful treat from Kyoto. These are decorative hard candies wrapped up in a decorative bag and a sticker that states Kyoame (Candy from Kyoto). This purchase is for a bag of Hana Noren (flower curtain shaped) candy of a sweet sugary flavor. A great example of dagashi , the traditional candy from Japan during the Showa Period (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FKTA004 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/KTA004#R10 Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:33:45 -0400 For those who love those konpeito (also written kompeito ) traditional Japanese candies, here's a wonderful treat from Kyoto. These are decorative hard candies wrapped up in a decorative bag and a sticker that states Kyoame (Candy from Kyoto). Just a handful of these candies are in a bag, but very delicious with vibrant colors too. This purchase is for a bag of Edo no Hana (Flower of the Edo Period) candy of a larger portion and of a sweet sugary flavor. A great example of dagashi , the... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FKTA003 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/KTA003#R10 Thu, 26 Apr 2012 22:20:18 -0400 For those who love those konpeito (also written kompeito ) traditional Japanese candies, here's a wonderful treat from Kyoto. These are decorative hard candies wrapped up in a decorative bag and a sticker that states Kyoame (Candy from Kyoto). This purchase is for a bag of round Mari (apple dama) themed candy of a sweet sugary flavor. A great example of dagashi , the traditional candy from Japan during the Showa Period (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FKTA001 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/KTA001#R15 Sat, 05 May 2012 08:38:36 -0400 For those who love those konpeito (also written kompeito ) traditional Japanese candies, here's a wonderful treat that's absolutely popular in Kyoto. These are decorative hard candies wrapped up in a plastic bag with a sticker that states Kyoame (Candy from Kyoto). This purchase is for a bag of mixed themes (mari, hana noren, kyou nishiki and more) which taste of a sweet sugary flavor. A great example of dagashi , the traditional candy from Japan during the Showa Period (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FTRD215 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/TRD215#R11 Fri, 04 May 2012 07:27:10 -0400 The shuriken is the weapon of the Ninja, the famous throwing stars that could be so deadly to an opponent. Here's a fun item, a soft rubber throwing star that looks very realistic yet won't hurt if you toss it at your enemy. You might still poke an eye with one, but you won't be lacerating or decapitating anyone. This is the "Hexagon Style" shuriken , with six straight corners and a cool dragon engraving on it. A great cosplay item! (instock) Get 15% off when ordering 3 or more rubber throwing... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FTRD174 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/TRD174#R0 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:25:01 -0400 The shuriken is the weapon of the Ninja, the famous throwing stars that could be so deadly to an opponent. Here's a fun item, a soft rubber throwing star that looks very realistic yet won't hurt if you toss it at your enemy. This is the "hooked style" ( manji ) shuriken , with four curved corners. A great cosplay item! (instock) Get 15% off when ordering 3 or more rubber throwing stars. http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FTRD173 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/TRD173#R5 Fri, 04 May 2012 07:26:39 -0400 The shuriken is the weapon of the Ninja, the famous throwing stars that could be so deadly to an opponent. Here's a fun item, a soft rubber throwing star that looks very realistic yet won't hurt if you toss it at your enemy. This is the "cross style" shuriken , with four straight corners. A great cosplay item! (instock) Get 15% off when ordering 3 or more rubber throwing stars. http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FSTA107 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/STA107#R8 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 01:00:37 -0400 This is a super-deluxe version of the excellent Sun-Star Stitch Lock stapleless stapler from Japan. A great item that's very popular in offices here in Japan, it is a paper stitch lock that lightly "stitches" up to 7 sheets of paper together by using the paper itself to hold everything together. Very cool! Simply slip in, push down the handle to stitch, and pull the paper down and out. This is the heavy duty metal stitcher for the office that is silver in color, and very heavy for ease of use... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FSZ159 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/SZ159#R12 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 05:11:31 -0400 This year we are pleased to offer many types of traditional Japanese footwear, but how would you like something really traditional to slip onto your feet? This is a pair of waraji, "samurai sandals" made completely from straw grass -- completely natural. Waraji used to be the standard footwear of the common people in Japan, but now is only worn by buddhist monks and for people who like to wear something more environmentally friendly around the house. Cool for even display, this unusual offering... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FSTA251 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/STA251#R0 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 19:09:53 -0400 With a bold statement that says 'Super Strong Magnets' on the back of this package, we naturally had to go and pick it up and offer it to our J-List customer. A proudly recommended set of sushi magnets, you'll get a pack of 6 finely crafted refrigerator magnets that's great to post your important documents on and show off to your friends. From shrimp, to squid sushi, you'll enjoy this great icon of Japan, that is 'freshly sealed' for the journey to your home. Perfect for all Japanophiles. Kakko... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FSEA089 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/SEA089#R1 Mon, 14 May 2012 01:21:43 -0400 Summers in Japan are infamously horrible for those used to cooler climates. The air is think with moisture, and the nights never get very cool thanks to the humidity. Luckily for those of us who have a hard time sleeping when it is hot, the smart people at Kenyuu decided to apply ice pack technology used in bento boxes and coolers, and make it available for us in bed. This chilling pack lasts for 6 hours after chilling in the freezer for an equal amount of time. Place it in your bed either... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FGIFTCERT http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/GIFTCERT#R5 Tue, 08 May 2012 21:08:26 -0400 Give the gift of cool things from Japan with a gift certificate from J-List! Our gift certificates are totally customizable, so you can personalize them. Send it directly to your recipient electronically with an email sent by us announcing your gift, or have it sent to your personal email. This gives you a huge number of options -- you can send the gift certificate to them casually or print it out yourself and put it in a stylish gift box. J-List gift certificates are easy to use, and can be... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FWAZ143 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/WAZ143#R3 Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:20:41 -0400 This is a great authentic Japanese kiseru pipe that's great for anyone who wants to experience the joys of smoking, Japan style, or for those who want to display it in their homes, which is part of the feng shui tradition. The pipe measures 9 centimeters and can take a standard cigarette in the end, making it useful as an elegant cigarette holder. Made in Japan, it features sturdy metal smoking and tobacco ends and an authentic wood pipe in the center. (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FTRA052 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/TRA052#R16 Sun, 22 Apr 2012 23:00:03 -0400 For those of you who like to smoke, we have a great item for you. This is a kiseru or traditional Japanese pipe, which traditionally you would need to place smoking tobacco on fire bowl, but is modified for this modern day to fit any normal sized cigarette. Made out of metal tipped ends and a sturdy wooden material, this pipe has a hollowed out center so you can smoke your cigarettes easily. Measures 8 inches in length, this traditional and wacky item is perfect for use or for display. Kakko... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FSEA091 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/SEA091#R1 Tue, 08 May 2012 21:17:11 -0400 We really hate flies around here at J-List, hate the way they buzz around your head for days, so we're happy to be stocking the new Fruit Fly Dying House, an even better version of the popular product we've carried for years. There are three ways this handy device will save you from annoying flies: by attracting them through aroma, color and shape. Once flies get inside they'll never get out. How to use: remove the sticker over the black base, and put the green top piece over the base, fitting... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FERS221 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/ERS221#R1 Thu, 10 May 2012 22:12:28 -0400 Here's an outstanding set of origami folding paper that let you create some of Japan's most famous traditional images. This collection of Japanese rabits set on a checkered background is very wafu (Japanese style) so your folded paper crafts will come out looking great. This paper set has 6 different styles, all made of extremely high quality Japanese paper, some including speckles of gold. Making a crane or other origami art from this material will bring an extra level of awe and wonder. Great... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FNET757 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/NET757#R8 Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:19 -0400 Takoyaki or breaded octopus conveniently shaped into small bite sized spheres, is a popular food item originating from Osaka. A rounded and smaller version of Okonomiyaki (a special dish of a breaded batter type consistency that's filled with meat and vegetables and flattened into a pancake shape), it is often found in restaurants that specialize in grilling food (like Yakitori or chicken kabobs) throughout Japan. This special set comes with all the tools you need to make your own takoyaki dish... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FTRD091 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/TRD091#R15 Tue, 01 May 2012 23:03:38 -0400 Kitsune is the Japanese word for fox, a mythical creature said to be a wise old being with magical powers and having up to nine tails -- the number of which rank its age and power. Great for Cosplay or just display, this is an image of traditional Japan, and is sometimes used in traditional Japanese Noh theater. Made of paper machie and measures 23 cm (9 inches). This mask is similar to the Anbu mask worn by Kakashi Hatake in the anime Naruto, and also seen in Higurashi no Naku Koro Ni (aka... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FSEA090 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/SEA090#R1 Thu, 10 May 2012 23:12:12 -0400 Everyone hates bugs flying around them, and this is a great Japanese device for keeping bugs away which you hang up in room you want to be pest-free. Especially good at keeping common houseflies away, as well as as mosquitos and chironomids, this Anti Bug Barrier can be hung up with the included hook near your window, placed on furniture or even hung outside in places where you want to have fredom from insects. Kills flies, mosquitos and other similarly sized bugs. To use it, remove the unit... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FWAZ150 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/WAZ150#R3 Wed, 02 May 2012 01:59:51 -0400 Better than any cheap plastic comb, give your hair the treatment it deserves with this quality, traditional tsuge tree comb. Made from a single piece of wood, this is a beautiful wood comb with a soft edge that feels as luxurious as it looks. A traditional Japanese comb that has an antique look, this is a comb to which anyone will want to treat their locks. Product Information: Length 17 cm (6.7 in) (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FWAZ148 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/WAZ148#R3 Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:32:43 -0400 A traditional Japanese whisk, the authentic tool used for creating the frothy, light texture of a cup Japanese green tea, also known as matcha . Made from real bamboo, the Japanese whisk's shape is designed to give maximum control over your tea mixing, with flexible edges and a curled tips to prevent scratching of your bowl or cup. Create your own tea ceremony at home with this great item that ships from Japan. (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FFK938 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/FK938#R4 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 02:40:57 -0400 A wonderful set of strap figures for lovers of both Hello Kitty and traditional Japanese culture. This set comes with 10 Hello Kitty infused traditional New Year items include Japanese Lantern Kitty, Daruma Kitty, Ema Kitty, Chinese Dragon Kitty, Manekineko Kitty, Lucky Fish Kitty, Gold Kitty, Fortune Kitty, Lucky Hammer Kitty and Charm Kitty. Each is individually packaged, so you can give them as gifts for holidays or parties. (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FWAZ057 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/WAZ057#R12 Tue, 01 May 2012 23:03:04 -0400 Here's a nice standard size soup bowl that measures 11.5 cm (4.5 inches) in diameter, this is a cool Japanese item that can hold anything from miso soup to noodles, cold cereal and more. This particular bowl has a red inside and lacquer-like color outside, with a goldfish pattern design in front. A great item that you can actually use or set up as part of your Japanese setting display for your home. Made in Japan, not recommended for microwave use. (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FWAZ056 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/WAZ056#R21 Tue, 01 May 2012 23:03:04 -0400 Here's a nice standard size soup bowl that measures 11.5 cm (4.5 inches) in diameter, this is a cool Japanese item that can hold anything from miso soup to noodles, cold cereal and more. This particular bowl has a red inside and lacquer-like color outside, with a gold rabbit and moon pattern design in front. A great item that you can actually use or set up as part of your Japanese setting display for your home. Made in Japan, not recommended for microwave use. (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FSZ364 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/SZ364#R21 Tue, 08 May 2012 21:09:37 -0400 Make your own peaceful melody with this traditional Japanese bamboo flute, which is just as much fun playing as learning how to play it. An interesting conversation piece that's uniquely Japanese in every. Measures 36 cm long, made of real bamboo. (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FASA183 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/ASA183#R0 Sun, 22 Jul 2007 23:04:12 -0400 Ice cubes are so 1999. So hook up your party pad or porchside lemonade with these funky star-shaped ice...shapes. Actually, they look like little shuriken (ninja stars) and that, in itself, is more fun than a barrel of sumo. You know how to use an ice tray, so upgrade your standard cubes with these cool ice shapes and serve the coolest drinks in style. Today's myth buster: COLD water freezes faster than HOT water. Yes it does! (instock) See a video review that includes this product, or click... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FHRI442 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/HRI442#R1 Sun, 06 May 2012 21:36:13 -0400 "Tabi" are the split-toe socks that are often thought of as Ninja Socks, since they were made famous by ninjas who needed the special split-toe feature in order to balance on narrow beams while invading castles. These are standard socks, but they're decorated with awesome dragon designs, so cool! (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FSIL028 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/SIL028#R12 Wed, 09 May 2012 03:41:08 -0400 Matatabi is a natural herb that grows in Asian that cats love to eat, very similar to catnip. Cats go absolutely crazy for this stuff, it really perks them up and makes them very playful! As it reads on the package: "For when your cat feels down or just won't eat." Comes in a pack of 6 pieces, each 12 cm (4.7") long. Made in Osaka, Japan. (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FOMO420 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/OMO420#R11 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 02:35:50 -0400 One of the most wacky item we've ever carried at J-List. While this looks like cool and funny sushi shaped standard key holder or strap, it does in fact hides a real and fully functional vibrator! Never get caught again with suspicious looking massagers in your bag! Works with a simple push on the hidden switch and powered with 3 easily replacable batteries (button cell). Great as gag gift for your friends too, plus it's also a great massager, for any part of your body that's feeling tired... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FAHP006 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/AHP006#R0 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:23:30 -0500 Another wacky Japanese item from Japan we know lovers of sweets will want to have. Why settle for a regular lollipop when you can have a sushi pop! This set of five individual sticks look like maguro tuna, shrimp, squid, sweet egg, and sea urchin sushi, but take like regular candy. Shock your friends and enjoy a tasty treat. Each lollipop comes on a stick, measuring 17cm (7.75") in total weight. Five fun sushi sticks to share or enjoy by yourself. (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FNET944 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/NET944#R4 Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:25:00 -0400 Make the famous takoyaki balls found in Akibara and Japanese festivals using your microwave with this new silicon tray. Now you have no excuse not to try and make this traditional Japanese food at home. Instructions: 1) Mix 80g of Takoyaki Flour (or substitute with 80 of regular flour and a dash of dashi soup), 120ml of water and one egg in a bowl and set aside. 2) With the included silicon tray, add one piece of tako (octopus), a pinch of cut green onion and red ginger (if available) to each... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FNET804 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/NET804#R9 Tue, 27 Mar 2012 22:32:57 -0400 Here's a fun cooking item that focuses on making one bite versions of the popular Taiyaki treat (fish shaped pancakes filled with sweet red beans). All you will need is this plate which features 6 taiyaki molds and a microwave, and of course basic ingredients like Hot Cake mix, flower, eggs and milk. Yummy! This awesome product is made in Japan. (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FWAZ076 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/WAZ076#R6 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:34:19 -0500 Make your own peaceful melody with this traditional Japanese bamboo flute (known as a yokobue , which is just as much fun playing as learning how to play it. An interesting conversation piece that's uniquely Japanese in every. Measures 36 cm long, made of real bamboo. This purchase is for the chic color version. (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FTPP169 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/TPP169#R1 Sun, 06 May 2012 21:47:30 -0400 A "karakuri" house is a mysterious Japanese house with secret doors and traps used by ninjas to trap their prey and escape if cornered. This is a fun wooden desk organizer made in the same tradition, with many different drawers and compartments to hold all your important stuff. It includes a well made wooden drawer for holding your important stuff, and in the top there are three compartments suitable for holding pens and pencils, business cards, and other odds and ends. Has a handle on the top... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FSEA023 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/SEA023#R3 Thu, 05 Apr 2012 22:33:05 -0400 Here's a fun new product that makes it easy to enjoy authentic Osaka-style takoyaki (batter balls with bits of octopus meat inside), as well as okonomiyaki (often called "Japanese pizza"). To make Takoyaki: Prepare standard batter by using pre-made powdered takoyaki batter (or you can make it yourself , and prepare two eggs and 250 ml of water. Boiled 60 grams of tako meat, 30 grams of negi (spring onion), 30 grams of agetama (balls of cooked tempura batter), and if you like, 30 grams of red... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FTRD039 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/TRD039#R6 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:43:44 -0500 Ogura Hyakuninissyu (or sometimes known as 100 poems by 100 poets) are a famous collection of poems of Japanese Tanka poetry collected in the 13th Century C.E. The Tanka poetic form is a 31 syllable format in the pattern of 5-7-5-7-7. This purchase comes to you in a card game set for "Uta Garuta." Printed on hard card stock not only are the poems printed on the cards, but beautiful vibrant pictures of illustrations indicative of the Edo period. Click this link to learn how to play Uta Garuta... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FSEA042 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/SEA042#R3 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 01:49:47 -0400 For those who loved the Takoyaki maker (octopus balls maker), here's another fun cooking item that focuses on making the popular Taiyaki treat (fish shaped pancakes filled with sweet red beans). This is an iron skillet that has indentations of the fish where you can pour your batter and ingredients inside. When filled, simply close the skillet and heat on top of your stove. Make sure to turn over the skillet to get both sides! Great for serving a unique pancake breakfast or a surprise treat... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FWAZ126 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/WAZ126#R5 Tue, 01 May 2012 23:03:38 -0400 Take home a gotenmari , the traditional thread balls made by the servants of the nobles women in the Edo period. The balls are wrapped and stitched with colorful threads, often in beautiful patterns. Now the gotenmari is considered a form of art. They are often presented as a gift adorned with celebratory red and white tassels on occasions such as births, school enrollment, weddings and housewarming parties. Enjoy one of these authentic Japanese traditional balls. Comes shipped in a decorative... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FWAZ112 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/WAZ112#R4 Tue, 28 Feb 2012 21:42:41 -0500 A koma is an old-style traditional Japanese top, known outside Japan by its name of beigoma ( bei-goma . It's a cool metal top that you wind around the bottom, then pull the string out quickly. This makes the top spin very fast, and you can play fun games like trying to bash another player's top out of the ring -- fun! This is a set of two tops and string. The tops are made of metal and are very heavy, so it takes a little bit of practice to become a koma master, but once you do they are... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FTRD077 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/TRD077#R6 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 12:07:42 -0400 Karuta is a traditional Japanese game in which there is one cart for each of the sounds in hiragana , and players memorize information so they can more easily grab the correct card before their opponent. This great card game that will help you learn kotowaza, that is Japanese proverbs, which are fun for foreigners to learn since Japanese don't expect us know them. (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FTABI-NV28 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/TABI-NV28#R2 Tue, 08 May 2012 21:09:37 -0400 J-List is proud to bring you these wonderful tabi from Japan! These shoes hug your foot sock-like for a truly comfortable fit, with rubber soles that grip the ground and allow you to move with much more agility than a normal shoe. In true traditional Japanese fashion the big toe is separated from the smaller toes for extra special balance. These shoes are not only of the type worn by the ninja of long ago, but are still used today for workmen who need the safety and comfort these shoes provide... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FSEA094 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/SEA094#R1 Tue, 01 May 2012 23:54:12 -0400 The Japanese love to bathe, to take long relaxing baths which wash the day's cares away. Here's a great large box of Bub-style fizzing "bath tablets" which are like large Alka-Seltzer tablets that dissolve when you put them in the bath, making fizzing bubbles as they do. There's honestly nothing better in this world than stretching out in a hot bath while one of these tablets sends bubbles up all over your body as it dissolves. 20 tablets included. This is the "cool type" bath tablets which... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FWAZ131 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/WAZ131#R4 Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:07:36 -0400 In Japanese popular culture, there is a strong belief that power stones can affect the way your body's energy flows, with some providing health benefits or even better luck. This power stone bracelet includes a ring of magnetic stones, which are believed to help the flow of chi through your body, which may lead to relieving pain or improving the flow of your cardiovascular system. Its stylish black with sparkling silver accents also make this a great fashion accessory. Held together by a sturdy... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FTRD119 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/TRD119#R15 Tue, 01 May 2012 23:07:55 -0400 The nenju beads have a long history that goes as far back as the Kamakura period when Japanese noble monks started using them in prayers. The history of Buddhist prayer beads go back even further to Indian roots. There are several different types of beads, of which materials used, the size of beads, the number of beads and the number of strings of beads. This awesome prayer beads is an sandalwood version with natural stones on the ends. Stretches to fit any wrist. Measures approximately 9 cm... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FMYN557 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/MYN557#R2 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 01:43:36 -0400 Show off your love for Japan with these awesome bath towels featuring designs of signs taken from the action Yamanote line train stations. Made of 100% cotton, it's a super soft towel that measures 60x120 cm (23.6 x 47 inches). This purchase is for famed Electric Town stop and Otaku Mecca of Japan - Akihabara. A great and epic item for otakus all over the world! (instock) Get 15% off 2 or more Yamanote towels! http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FMYN556 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/MYN556#R3 Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:36:23 -0500 Show off your love for Japan with these awesome bath towels featuring designs of signs taken from the action Yamanote line train stations. Made of 100% cotton, it's a super soft towel that measures 60x120 cm (23.6 x 47 inches). This purchase is for the one and only Tokyo Station stop. A great and epic item for otakus all over the world! (instock) Get 15% off 2 or more Yamanote towels! http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FTRA208 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/TRA208#R7 Mon, 14 May 2012 08:08:13 -0400 It's the summer time which means warm weather, beach parties, and out door barbecues. The only thing that make this relaxing day out turn into a disaster are those nasty bugs, especially mosquitoes. One of the most popular ways of repelling these critters are through special coils that you burn to keep the mosquitoes away and release a relaxing scent as well. This ceramic container, used to hold these special coils, is just the thing to keep things cute, festive and itch free. Shaped into a... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FNET058 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/NET058#R3 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:31:57 -0500 Ohajiki is a simple game in Japan, much like marbles but utilizes flat colorful glass pieces. A fun past time of years gone by, this is a bag of Ohajiki style marbles that's great to use as a game or as a fun display item. Comes in a sack with approximately 15 - 20 marbles inside. (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FTRD136 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/TRD136#R5 Tue, 15 May 2012 23:31:41 -0400 A wonderful wind bell with a traditional chime sound of the Japanese summer. Designed like the wind bells of shrines, this particular bell features a ceramic bell center surrounded by a wooden "cage" and is attached to a wind catcher to produce a different sound. Good for hanging in your sun room or porch where you get some breeze blowing through, as it has a nice sound that will fuel your memories for years to come. Just hang from the string attached to the top and let the attached frog... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FMPJ014 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/MPJ014#R10 Tue, 15 May 2012 23:14:39 -0400 In Japan, there are wooden sticks called omikuji at Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples which have fortunes written on them -- you pull one of the sticks out, and based on the message on the stick, you'll have good luck or bad luck in the future. Here's some wacky fortune telling gum which are just like these omikuji sticks, but you can chew the delicious cola-flavored gum and share it with your friends. The red sticks inside are "un-lucky" and will turn your tongue red. Which fortune will you... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FCHP211 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/CHP211#R2 Thu, 12 Apr 2012 23:33:12 -0400 Using the power of Japanese charcoal, these air filters are your powerful ally when fighting against strange odors you want to eliminate. You'll be pleasantly surprised at the air cleaning abilities of one of the most simple substances on Earth. Designed for use in your refrigerator, with its tall, thin profile, it can also be used in other locations as well, such as a bathroom or closet. A powerful ally in the battle for an odorless environment. Product Information: Length 11 cm (4.3 in... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FHRI430 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/HRI430#R0 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 02:00:36 -0400 Those who have every watched the Ghibli movie Pom Poko know the deep connection between the traditional Japanese mythos and the magical tanuki. Tanuki of legend are known for their jolly and mischievous behavior, with the ability to shapeshift. The sake bottle he is holding has the kanji for hachi , representing the eight specials traits of good fortune a tanuki can bring. This tanuki is actually a bottle for you to insert sake or other drinks, then poor the sake from the tanuki's pitcher to... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FPOC008 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/POC008#R4 Thu, 05 Apr 2012 23:11:50 -0400 Drink your sake the Japanese traditional way, from a square cup! This simple yet attractive wooden cup is perfect for enjoying your best (or only available) sake with friends, old or new. They make a great addition to your kitchen cabinet and will surely impress your friends. Kampai! (Cheers!) This is known as a "Masu" in Japanese. Plus, you'll also get a cute Japanese lucky manekineko cat, to bring in good fortune and happiness throughout the year. (luckycat) (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FERS213 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/ERS213#R3 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 08:17:42 -0400 Another fun traditional origami set from Japan, this is a great concept indeed. The origami represent beautiful green leaves and are scented with real green tea from Shizuoka Prefecture. You can make fun creations with them including trees, shoes and more, or go for the more traditional cranes if you like. The papers are 100% green, made from recycled pulp left over in making bottled green tea, and they're really fun to make folded paper shapes with. (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FERS210 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/ERS210#R4 Wed, 04 Apr 2012 05:55:52 -0400 Learn how to make beautiful cakes, out of paper? Yes, skip the whole cooking step altogether by making cakes through the art of origami. This kit includes all the paper and instructions needed to make wonderful cakes like macarons, roll cakes, chocolate cakes, wedding cakes, fruit tarts and many more. The instructions are included with easy to follow pictures, plus all the included paper have folding lines so those with steady hands and zen like calm can create these delightful decorations... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FHRI404 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/HRI404#R2 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 02:36:50 -0400 Enjoy the cuteness of traditional Japanese culture with this adorable towel and rabbit potpouri set, perfect for those who love Japanese art. Great for use in the bath to create a relaxing moment, away from the stress of daily life. The rabbit includes a suction cup, designed to help it stick to anything flat, and its belly of Japanese potpouri will freshen the air as well. Makes a great gift. (healthitem) (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FERS187 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/ERS187#R2 Thu, 26 Apr 2012 22:28:40 -0400 This is fun: a set that includes a real hanko Japanese name stamp making kit that lets you create cute stamps with your own name in hiragana as well as cute shapes and art. Here's how you use it: take the included sheet of tracing paper and hold it over the hiragna character or picture in the brown picture guide, and trace the image or character you want to put on the stamp. You can then place one of the two eraser-material blocks over the pencil tracing you made, which transfers it to the... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FCHP122 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/CHP122#R2 Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20:55:22 -0400 Japan has no lack of really cute products, and J-List loves to bring them to you. Here's a handy "furniture dust mop" for cleaning your computer area, living room, or any other place that gets dusty. It's cute because it's a cute lion, whose the mciro-fiber "mane" cleans like nothing you've ever seen. Folding handle makes it easy to store too. Approx. 8 inches total length (20 cm). (instock) http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FERS185 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/ERS185#R6 Tue, 15 May 2012 23:31:41 -0400 The Japanese love wacky and interesting erasers like nobody's business, and we love to carry fun erasers from Japan for our customers. Here's a new set of erasers that are extremely life like, however they are not food so please don't eat them. Each piece measures approximately 3-4 cm (1.2 - 1.6 inches) in length. This is a fun set for eraser and wagashi (traditional Japanese snack) enthusiasts. In addition to a traditional tray you get three-balled dango dumplings, delicious dorayaki (a... http://affiliates.jlist.com/click/1615?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jbox.com%2FPRODUCT%2FHRI365 http://www.jbox.com/PRODUCT/HRI365#R4 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:38:05 -0500 Even though the crepe has been popularized as a French food, they are widely available and very popular in the urban cities of Tokyo and Osaka, especially in the fashion districts of Harajuku and Shibuya. The most unique difference about the Japanese crepe is its hand-held portability, usually wrapped in a way that you can eat it while window shopping. This crepe maker is super easy to use, because it can be done using your microwave. The included recipe book is written in Japanese, but with...