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Woodgrain Pattern Large Soup Bowl ~ Dish washer safe

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:18:16 -0500

Woodgrain Pattern Large Soup Bowl ~ Dish washer safe

A really nice new all-purpose soup bowl from Japan, great for enjoying a hot bowl of delicious and healthy miso soup or for any other great Japanese dish. It features imitation wood grain that looks great, but is made of a plastic. Dishwasher and microwave safe. (instock)

GANBARE NIPPON Lucky Cat ~ Tumble Doll (Part of the proceeds from this item will be donated to the Japanese Red Cross Society)

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 23:07:19 -0500

GANBARE NIPPON Lucky Cat ~ Tumble Doll (Part of the proceeds from this item will be donated to the Japanese Red Cross Society)

Meet the Ganbare Nippon Neko Daruma , the fighting calico cat! He never gives up and never falls over. When you are feeling down, just give this little guy a push and see him spring back. The front reads "Kujikenai, Makenai, Akiramenai" which means "Never Become Broken, Never Lose, Never Give Up." Powerful words, especially for those still living in the after effects of the 2011 earthquake. Measures approximately 8cm tall (3.25"). Comes with a red felt cloth for displaying. (luckycat) (instock)

Bowing Lucky Cat Display ~ Thankfulness

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:57:06 -0500

Bowing Lucky Cat Display ~ Thankfulness

The connection of the cat and good karma in Japanese culture is steeped in tradition and this is a good looking/ well made ceramic figure that works along the lines of the Daruma figures as a lucky charm to bring you good karma and a wonderful welcome display for your guests. It features a cat bowing as if saying thank you and measure H5.5 x W4 cm (2x1.6 inches). Comes with a red cushion. The kanji on his head say hyakuman-ryo or 1 million ryo , the old style of gold coins used in the Edo...

Electric Taiyaki Maker ~ TAIYAKI Oyatsu Maker

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 22:17:51 -0500

Electric Taiyaki Maker ~ TAIYAKI Oyatsu Maker

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 electronic taiyaki maker that has indentations of the fish where you can pour your batter and ingredients inside. When filled, simply close the skillet and switch on. This purchase is for a large electronic skillet that measures 26x23cm (10x9 inches). Power AC100V, 50/60Hz, 700W. Great for...

Hanafuda ~ Japanese Traditional Playing Cards

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:27:31 -0500

Hanafuda ~ Japanese Traditional Playing Cards

One of the traditional games played in Japan is Hanafuda. A deck of cards with beautiful flowers, months and other scenes of nature on them, they are smaller than the standard deck of playing cards, yet feature a strong, sturdy card stock and easily clean-able surface. 48 pocket sized cards packed into a decorative cover. Included are rules in Japanese (rules for English can be found here -- a great resource of different games and the values of the cards for all beginners and players). Pick up...

Electric Takoyaki Maker

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:26:56 -0500

Electric Takoyaki Maker

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 item is an electric Takoyaki maker complete with a metal pan that...

Harisen ~ Traditional Large Fan for Comedy

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:27:34 -0500

Harisen ~ Traditional Large Fan for Comedy

Comedy comes in all shapes and forms, and one of the most easiest for anyone to understand is slapstick comedy. Back in traditional Japan, comedians would use a large fan for that "slapstick" comedic effect in joke telling. We have a fully functional Harisen that measures a large 54 cm in length, which is great at making a slapping sound to get your point across or showing someone how much of an idiot they are. Great for those who are interested in traditional art of joke telling. You can be...

Cup Noodle Mug Cup

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:15:01 -0400

Cup Noodle Mug Cup

A super item from Japan, this is a large ceramic cup that will hold any hot drink you like, from coffee to tea to cup noodles! It's extra cool because the package shows Cup Noodle logo, and is an exact replica of the famous dried ramen from Japan's Nissin. Comes with a ceramic lid so you can really use it as a cup for your noodles, or for anything else. A high quality and unique cup that's just as suitable for your coffee as for eating instant noodles, this is one item that will get talked...

Japanese Classic Waraji Sandals

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 04:58:41 -0400

Japanese Classic Waraji Sandals

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...

2012 Calendar -- Lucky Cat

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:26:34 -0500

2012 Calendar -- Lucky Cat

Everyone loves the manekineko (lucky cat). Now you can enjoy the adventures of Katamaru, Tango, and the rest of the cat gang through their adventures throughout the years as illustrated the talented artist Hajime Okamoto. Fantastically unique pieces of artwork that adds a little culture both from Japan and art that giving your guests plenty to talk about. 53.5 x 38.0 cm 13 pages. This is a new 2012 Japanese wall calendar, usually only available inside Japan, but made available to fans all over...

Japanese Custom Made Stamp ~ Square 0.5 inch Hanko

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:21:12 -0500

Japanese Custom Made Stamp ~ Square 0.5 inch Hanko

In Japan, hanko (name stamps) are used in lieu of signing your name as the way of signifying agreement, and the culture of these stamps has always been fascinating to gaijin unfamiliar with Japanese ways. Now you can get any kanji name you want on your very own Japanese name stamp. This is a quality stamp made of wood with any custom name or message you want on it, which will be a great connection to you and Japan. This name stamp is also legally able to be used in Japan (just register it with...

Japanese Shrine Donation Box w/ Chocolate

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:06:04 -0500

Japanese Shrine Donation Box w/ Chocolate

Set up your own shrine at your home or at the next upcoming Anime convention with this mini Japanese shrine style donation box. Made from real wood, with the Japanese kanji reading saisenbako scribed on the front. This set comes with chocolate money that looks like a Japanese 10,000 yen bill, with filled rich flavor. A great gift for lovers of traditional Japan items. (instock) Get 15% off 3 or more chocolate gift box items! Everyone needs a little chocolate, in the month of February...

Black Bamboo TATEBUE ~ Traditional Bamboo Flute

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:43:48 -0500

Black Bamboo TATEBUE ~ Traditional Bamboo Flute

Everyone knows the traditional yokobue (yoko-boo-eh) flutes from Japan, literally "horizontal flute" since you play it off to the site of your mouth. This is a similarly cool item, a tatebue (tah-tay-boo-eh), or "vertical flute" since it's played perpendicular to the mouth. The style is great, and it's made from real carved Japanese cedar wood. Measures 18 cm (7 inches) in length. (instock)

Bath King Japanese Hokkori set of 20 ~ 4 Traditional Scents (Tsubaki, Maccha, Karin, Anzu)

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:03:56 -0500

Bath King Japanese Hokkori set of 20 ~ 4 Traditional Scents (Tsubaki, Maccha, Karin, Anzu)

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. Four traditional Japanese scents: Tsubaki (Camellia) , Matcha...

Chirimen YOKOBUE / Chic Color ~ Traditional Bamboo Flute

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:34:19 -0500

Chirimen YOKOBUE / Chic Color ~ Traditional Bamboo Flute

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)

Bath King Japanese Traditional set ~ Kutsurogi 4 scents (Oriental Rose, Mandarin Orange, Relax Green, Jasmine)

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 22:54:40 -0500

Bath King Japanese Traditional set ~ Kutsurogi 4 scents (Oriental Rose, Mandarin Orange, Relax Green, Jasmine)

If you really want enjoy bathing like the Japanese do, try out these fizzing "BUB" bath tablets from Bath King. Just drop one of the foiled-wrapped tablets into a hot bath and it will start to fizz, like a giant Akla-Seltzer tablet. Get in the bath and let the bubbles move over your body, taking your cares and tiredness away as the water is changed into fragrant onsen (hot springs) water. This value box has 20 tablets, five each of Original Rose, Mandarin Orange, Relax Green and Jasmin Flower...

Bath King Japanese Traditional set ~ Nagomi 4 scents (Hinoki, Yuzu, Peach, Orange)

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:03:39 -0500

Bath King Japanese Traditional set ~ Nagomi 4 scents (Hinoki, Yuzu, Peach, Orange)

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. Four traditional Japanese scents: hinoki (Japanese cypress), Yuzuki...

DX SHITAN / Sandalwood JUZU with Natural Stone

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:27:26 -0500

DX SHITAN / Sandalwood JUZU with Natural Stone

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...

DX KOKUTAN / Ebony Wooden JUZU with Natural Stone

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:28:30 -0500

DX KOKUTAN / Ebony Wooden JUZU with Natural Stone

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 ebony wooden version with natural stones on the ends. Stretches to fit any wrist. Measures approximately 9 cm...

YOKOBUE ~ Traditional Bamboo Flute

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:17:28 -0500

YOKOBUE ~ Traditional Bamboo Flute

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)

Dinosaur Bath Ball ~ Sunny Orange

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:21:12 -0500

Dinosaur Bath Ball ~ Sunny Orange

Nothing makes bath time more relaxing than with you add some refreshing bathsalts to the tub. This bath ball is filled with such relaxing salts with the smell of lavender that will help you relax. As an added bonus, when the bath salt is finished absorbing into the water, the remaining ball left is a cute toy to play with. This is the dinosaur) version. (instock)

Azarashi-kun Bath Ball ~ Tropical Fruits

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:18:20 -0500

Azarashi-kun Bath Ball ~ Tropical Fruits

Nothing makes bath time more relaxing than with you add some refreshing bathsalts to the tub. This bath ball is filled with such relaxing salts with the smell of lavender that will help you relax. As an added bonus, when the bath salt is finished absorbing into the water, the remaining ball left is a cute toy to play with. This is the azarashi (seal) version. (instock)

Tabi-no-yado 5 Famous Japanese Onsen Bath Salt Set ~ 15 packages, Noboribetsu, Kusatsu, Hakone, Shirahama, Beppu

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:21:12 -0500

Tabi-no-yado 5 Famous Japanese Onsen Bath Salt Set ~ 15 packages, Noboribetsu, Kusatsu, Hakone, Shirahama, Beppu

We love Japanese onsen , volcanic hot springs, which are the best way to take a bath. Now you can experience some of Japan's most famous hot spring baths, including some with a history going back 1500 years or more. This set of onsen style bath salts lets you sample famous hot sprints like Beppu, Noribetsu, Hakone, Hirahama plus the famous Kusatsu Onsen, located in J-List's home prefecture of Gunma. Includes 15 packs, 3 of each type. Product Information: Box height 13 cm (5.1 inches) Box width...

WAGASHI Towel & Rabbit Cypress Potpourri Set

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 19:56:18 -0500

WAGASHI Towel & Rabbit Cypress Potpourri Set

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)

BUB ~ Healthy Sparkling Bath Tablet ~ YUZU / Japanese Citrus ~ 20pcs (1 Box)

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:21:12 -0500

BUB ~ Healthy Sparkling Bath Tablet ~ YUZU / Japanese Citrus ~ 20pcs (1 Box)

One of our favorite thing about winter is the commencement of "BUB" (also written "BABU") season. These are large fizzing tablets that turn your normal boring bath into a Japanese "onsen" hot springs, with scented water that heals you from the outside. To use, fill your bath and then throw the individuall-wrapped tablet in, and it will start to fizz like Alka-Seltzer. Then get in and enjoy the sensation of the bubbles traveling up your body as the tablet dissolves. This is the "yuzu" (a...

BUB ~ Healthy Sparkling Bath Tablet ~ Milky White Rose ~ 20 pcs (1 Box)

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:43:39 -0500

BUB ~ Healthy Sparkling Bath Tablet ~ Milky White Rose ~ 20 pcs (1 Box)

One of our favorite thing about winter is the commencement of "BUB" (also written "BABU") season. These are large fizzing tablets that turn your normal boring bath into a Japanese "onsen" hot springs, with scented water that heals you from the outside. To use, fill your bath and then throw the individually-wrapped tablet in, and it will start to fizz like Alka-Seltzer. Then get in and enjoy the sensation of the bubbles traveling up your body as the tablet dissolves. Great for fans of Japan's...

BUB ~ Healthy Sparkling Bath Tablet ~ HINOKI / Japanese Wood ~ 20pcs (1 Box)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:06:11 -0500

BUB ~ Healthy Sparkling Bath Tablet ~ HINOKI / Japanese Wood ~ 20pcs (1 Box)

One of our favorite thing about winter is the commencement of "BUB" (also written "BABU") season. These are large fizzing tablets that turn your normal boring bath into a Japanese "onsen" hot springs, with scented water that heals you from the outside. To use, fill your bath and then throw the individuall-wrapped tablet in, and it will start to fizz like Alka-Seltzer. Then get in and enjoy the sensation of the bubbles traveling up your body as the tablet dissolves. This is the "hinoki...

Azuki Beans ZENZAI ~ Japanese Sweets

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:27:26 -0500

Azuki Beans ZENZAI ~ Japanese Sweets

The traditional Azuki bean is used as a natural sweetener in many different traditional Japanese foods, especially foods that appear in the winter. This is zenzai , the red bean soup often eaten with Japanese mochi (rice cakes), shiratama (rice dumplings) and more recently with ice cream. This package includes 160g (enough soup for one person, or enough toppings for two bowls of ice cream). Best served hot by heating in boiling water for 4 minutes. (instock)

Kawaii Pink Cotton Swab 150pcs

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:31:20 -0500

Kawaii Pink Cotton Swab 150pcs

Japanese people love to clean their ears, and they've got several devices to do it really well. Here's a nice new set of Q-Tip style cotton swabs from Japan that are extra kawaii because they're an attractive pink color. The plasatic container holds 150 of the "Color Cotton Buds" for you use. (instock)

Wood Stick Cotton Swabs ~ 50pcs

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 21:20:09 -0400

Wood Stick Cotton Swabs ~ 50pcs

These cotton swabs are made from natural cotton and wood (yes, wood), giving superior control and flexibility when maneuvering around your ears. (instock)

Panda Payan Bath Ball ~ Lavender

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 19:38:51 -0500

Panda Payan Bath Ball ~ Lavender

Nothing makes bath time more relaxing than with you add some refreshing bathsalts to the tub. This bath ball is filled with such relaxing salts with the smell of lavender that will help you relax. As an added bonus, when the bath salt is finished absorbing into the water, the remaining ball left is a cute little panda bear. Super kawaii ! (instock)

Homemade Kawaii Crepe Microwavable Mold

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:38:05 -0500

Homemade Kawaii Crepe Microwavable Mold

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...

O-Hot! ~ Hot Pepper Seasoning

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:16:34 -0500

O-Hot! ~ Hot Pepper Seasoning

The legendary spicy miso flavoring is now available from J-List. A very spicy red paste that can be added (sparingly!) to such dishes as ramen noodles to make it spicier and more delicious. The spice comes from very hot red peppers that are delicious, and mixing the Oh, Hot! paste into your soup will make it the most delicious thing ever. Great for fans of wasabi flavorings as well as Korean kim-chi. (instock)

Genmaicha ~ High Grade Brown Rice Tea Powder ( Sushi Restaurant Style)

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:51:56 -0500

Genmaicha ~ High Grade Brown Rice Tea Powder ( Sushi Restaurant Style)

It's no surprise that what we often call "green tea" is a bit more complex than that, and in reality there are many kinds of "green" tea, including ryoku-cha (the weak green tea most people are familiar with), matcha (a thicker, bitter green tea made from powder), mugi-cha (a barley tea popular in the summer), and more. This is another variety, genmai-cha or tea made from normal green tea and unpolished rice grains that have been toasted, the most popular kind of green tea served at sushi...

Japanese Traditional Sweets Parody Erasers Set ~ No.2

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 02:11:00 -0400

Japanese Traditional Sweets Parody Erasers Set ~ No.2

Another wacky eraser idea from Japan -- erasers packaged and shaped like actual traditional Japanese snacks that you would find at a your local oyatsu shop. Just holding these makes one feel like you've in a Japanese grocery store. Very life like, each eraser is fully functional as an eraser (NOT as food) and is kept safe in it's own package. Measures approximately 3-4 cm (1.2 - 1.6 inches) in diameter. This is a fun set for eraser and wagashi (traditional Japanese snack) enthusiasts! This set...

Miso Soup Assortment -- Wakame/Shijimi/Asari

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 08:28:45 -0400

Miso Soup Assortment -- Wakame/Shijimi/Asari

Miso Soup is good for the soul, and also for the body in many ways, being used by the Japanese to reduce blood pressure and help fight various diseases including diabetes. This is a set of 8 servings of miso soup in "nama type" (fresh miso inside a secure packet, as opposed to dehydrated). To make, just empty the contents of one pack into a small bowl and add boiling water. This great set of miso soup gives you lots of variety, including clam miso soup, wakame miso soup and more. (instock)

Driving Beginner's Mark (Suction Cup Type)

Fri, 18 May 2007 21:16:57 -0400

Driving Beginner's Mark (Suction Cup Type)

If you've ever driven a car in Japan, you know how narrow the streets can get. And as for passing the driver's license test... that's another story. Wherever you're drive in Japan, it's always a give and take with many situations coming down to you move this way, I move that way, so everyone can squeeze by. There are Japanese 'safety driving' emblems made specifically for new (green leaf) drivers and older/elderly (brown leaf) drivers, both of whom are supposed to be specially considered for...

Driving Beginner's Mark

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 11:30:27 -0500

Driving Beginner's Mark

Immediately after getting their driver's license, for the first year of driving a car in Japan, everyone must put a "Beginner's Mark" on the front and back of your car. This yellow and green arrow is a universal symbol in Japan, meaning lacking in experience -- cars with this mark you have to drive carefully around them! This is a magnetic beginner's mark, which the Japanese stick to their car on the front and on the back in an easily seen area (this is Japanese law). You can use these on your...

Yamanote Line Bath Towel -- Tokyo

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 02:49:41 -0400

Yamanote Line Bath Towel -- Tokyo

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!

DX TOKUGAWA Crest Case

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 01:35:06 -0500

DX TOKUGAWA Crest Case

Family crests are an important symbol in Japanese culture and perhaps one of the most recognizable crests is that of the Tokugawa Crest, representing the Tokugawa Shogunate that was in power during the Edo period back in the 17th century. The symbol is otherwise known as the "mitsu-aoi" which consists of three Holloyhock leaves that point in the center. A great symbol of Japan's history, crest comes to you in a DX wooden case that's great for storing cigarettes, use for cosplay, sending...

Rilakkuma Vibrating Massager ~ Korilakkuma

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:40:53 -0500

Rilakkuma Vibrating Massager ~ Korilakkuma

A super cute and discreet Rilakkuma keyholder vibrating massager. Brought to you by San-X, this little vibrator is cute and will fit in pockets or in your bag, for instant and discreet private pleasure anywhere! Works with 3 LR44 batteries, straps easily to your belonging with it's keyholder chain. Great! This is the Pink version. (18lotion) (instock) The month of February can be a cold and lonely one, so we're giving 2x J-List points on all adult toys, including vibrators, onahole stress...

Rilakkuma Vibrating Massager ~ Rilakkuma

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:15:18 -0500

Rilakkuma Vibrating Massager ~ Rilakkuma

A super cute and discreet Rilakkuma keyholder vibrating massager. Brought to you by San-X, this little vibrator is cute and will fit in pockets or in your bag, for instant and discreet private pleasure anywhere! Works with 3 LR44 batteries, straps easily to your belonging with it's keyholder chain. Great! This is the Yellow version. (18lotion) (instock) The month of February can be a cold and lonely one, so we're giving 2x J-List points on all adult toys, including vibrators, onahole stress...

Green Tea Deodorant Origami ~ Green Tea Scent

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 21:42:07 -0500

Green Tea Deodorant Origami ~ Green Tea Scent

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)

YURA Good Luck Origami ~ Folding Paper with English Instructions

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 23:11:21 -0500

YURA Good Luck Origami ~ Folding Paper with English Instructions

Here's a fun authentic origami set from japan that lets you create the most famous icons of Japanese traditional culture out of delicate folded paper. There are five origami creations inside which represent getting good luck in the new year, including a Lucky Cat kite, traditional Japanese dolls, an arrow (the symbol of your wishes going straight and true throughout the year) and a gold piggy bank (for having good fortune related to money in the new year). There are two sheets of each design...

Kawaii Hiragana Gauze Towel

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:06:28 -0500

Kawaii Hiragana Gauze Towel

This is great! A fun towel for using in the bath that helps you learn hiragana and katakana , the basic building blocks of the Japanese language. In addition to the entire line of kana characters, you can a cute image helping you memorize the pronunciation, for example a lemon ( remon) ) for re and so on. Product Information: Width 83 cm (32.7 inches) Length 34 cm (13.4 inches) (instock)

Rabbit Face Drops from Kyoto

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:02:35 -0500

Rabbit Face Drops from Kyoto

Enjoy a traditional candy shaped like little rabbits, like those that you would find from the corner shops of Kyoto. Each candy is individually wrapped for freshness, ready to be eaten, but you probably will want to keep at least one since they are so cute. There are five candies within this decorative traditional jar. Each candy is approximately 2cm wide. (instock)

Tiger Eye & Black Onyx Magnetic Bracelet

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:37:11 -0500

Tiger Eye & Black Onyx Magnetic Bracelet

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...

SAKURA Lover's Miso Soup Bowl & Chopsticks Set

Thu, 13 May 2010 21:45:21 -0400

SAKURA Lover's Miso Soup Bowl & Chopsticks Set

A wonderful set of table wear with a Japanese flair for your table setting is ready for the picking. This set features a pair of lacquer-like miso soup bowls and wooden chopsticks with a Sakura (cherry blossom) design. The chopsticks are both a standard 23 cm (9 inches) in length and include ridged suberidome tips to make it easier to grab your food. The bowls measure 11 cm (4.3 inches) and come in a black and red colored version. Made in Japan. (instock)

Japanese Flat Glass Marbles Game ~ Ohajiki

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:31:57 -0500

Japanese Flat Glass Marbles Game ~ Ohajiki

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)

Yamanote Line Bath Towel -- Akihabara

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:43:40 -0400

Yamanote Line Bath Towel -- Akihabara

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!

NINJA Shuriken Ice Tray

Sun, 22 Jul 2007 23:04:12 -0400

NINJA Shuriken Ice Tray

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...

White Lucky Cat Tea Cup

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 00:47:16 -0500

White Lucky Cat Tea Cup

The Japanese Lucky Cat or Welcoming Cat is an iconic symbol of Japan that can be found in many entrances of homes and restaurants in Japan -- basically anywhere where customers or guests are entering. This item functions as a decorative piece as well as an attractive tea mug, depending on which side is facing up. Standing on it's bottom it's an attractive tea cup, and when you turn it over it displays as a Lucky Cat figure. It even comes with a little zabuton-style coaster (zabuton are pillows...

Sushi Ame Collection - 5 Sticks

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:23:30 -0500

Sushi Ame Collection - 5 Sticks

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)

OMOKESHI Japanese Sweets ~ Japanese Parody Erasers Set

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 22:23:18 -0500

OMOKESHI Japanese Sweets ~ Japanese Parody Erasers Set

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...

Gold Fish Miso Soup Bowl

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 23:07:19 -0500

Gold Fish Miso Soup Bowl

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)

SAKURA Half Moon Shaped Multi Tray

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 23:07:19 -0500

SAKURA Half Moon Shaped Multi Tray

Add some Japanese traditional style to your hospitality with this delightful lacquer-style serving tray. The tray looks like polished lacquered wood, but it's actually plastic. Features a "half moon" type design that measures 10 inches across, and a sakura cherry blossom design.

LED Light Umbrella (Blade Runner Style)

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 21:48:47 -0500

LED Light Umbrella (Blade Runner Style)

Inspired by science fiction movies like Ridley's Scott's Blade Runner, this umbrella is for those who are looking for a cool, modern umbrella that is appropriate for the year 2012. Light up those dark, rainy nights with the power of LED illuminessence. Looking for clues on the whereabouts of the next replicant? Press the bottom of the umbrella to create a beam of focused light downward, perfect for spotting dropped items. Need a little more light while walking down the street? Press the button...

Microwave de Takoyaki and Okonomiyaki

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:45:09 -0500

Microwave de Takoyaki and Okonomiyaki

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...

OMOKESHI Sushi ~ Japanese Parody Erasers Set

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 05:48:51 -0500

OMOKESHI Sushi ~ Japanese Parody Erasers Set

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 fans of various Japanese foods. You get a great traditional "wood" tray and six pieces of realistic sushi, with separate white rice and neta (the top part of...

Rabbit & Moon Miso Soup Bowl

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:27:26 -0500

Rabbit & Moon Miso Soup Bowl

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)