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Black Neri Eraser ~ Kuro Neri Keshigomu

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:05:21 -0500

Black Neri Eraser ~ Kuro Neri Keshigomu

When we were kids, there was nothing more fun than a "gum eraser" which the Japanese called neri-keshi , meaning "kneading eraser." This is a black eraser that you can squish and squeeze and make into any shape you like, or break off a piece for later use. Comes in a secure black case. Loads of fun!

Ningyo Yaki (Tokyo Limited) ~ Japanese Food Drops

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:21:21 -0500

Ningyo Yaki (Tokyo Limited) ~ Japanese Food Drops

Sakuma Drops are the famous classic candy enjoyed for since before World War II, which were made famous in the Studio Ghibli film Grave of the Fireflies. Right now Japan is having a "Drop Candy boom" with the most interesting flavors of candy available, including rare and exotic flavors from different parts of the country. Each reusable tin contains about 20-25 candies. ABOUT THIS CANDY: This is a container of candies that accurately capture the delicious taste of a yummy Ningo Yaki (a Japanese...

Lotte Hokaron Koala no March ~ Happy Koala Hand Warmer

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:31:23 -0500

Lotte Hokaron Koala no March ~ Happy Koala Hand Warmer

A truly magnificent invention from Japan, this is a wonderful little cloth bag that gets hot when you open the plastic wrapping. Just stick it anywhere on your body (outside your clothes) and let the warming begin. It gets hot, stays hot and is a wonderful way to warm up if you're cold. Since it can fit in your pocket, it's perfect for sports, skiing, or any time when you feel cold and just can't warm up. This is a kawaaii Lotte March of the Koala version that measures 9x5 cm and even comes...

Japan Underground 3

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:20:24 -0400

Japan Underground 3

Many of us are familiar with the city scape and beauty of Japan, brave towering buildings reaching for the sky, temples with their simple aesthetic to bring people to peaceful thoughts, and the streets filled with neon lights to attract the wandering eye. However, few of us know the Japan that isn't meant to be seen -- the underground constructions that are made to keep Japan running, without trying to appeal to any aesthetic, just simple function. But to be sure, there are amazing sights to be...

Laputa Robot Music Box -- Ghibli Orgel Collection

Fri, 18 May 2007 20:12:26 -0400

Laputa *Robot* Music Box -- Ghibli Orgel Collection

The "Sanpo" Totoro music boxes created by Studio Ghibli have been such a hit that the Academy Award-winning Japanese anime studio has released a series of music boxes featuring their favorite films, all with scenes recreated in painted ceramic and featuring a beloved song from the soundtrack. Detailed and entirely faithful to the movie, these recreations recapture the spirit and will become a valued collector's item as well as an attractive display item. This particular music box is from the...

Studio Ghibli Music Box -- Jiji Family

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:28:39 -0500

Studio Ghibli Music Box -- Jiji Family

Another really excellent ceramic music box for fans of Hayao Miyazaki's film Kiki's Delivery Service, this is a great music box taken from the ending credits of the film, when the black cat Jiji got a girlfriend (the white cat) and a litter of kittens. Incredibly cute, this is a fantastic item is made out of high quality ceramic, measures 12 cm (5 inches), and is perfect for collectors of Studio Ghibli items. Created with the oversight of Mr. Miyazaki himself! From Sekiguchi and Sun Arrow...

Kitty Japanese Doll -- Beni Daiko Red Drum ~ Kimono Style

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:32:30 -0500

Kitty Japanese Doll -- Beni Daiko *Red Drum* ~ Kimono Style

This is a spectacular doll from the Sanrio people that will become a treasured keepsake in your home. Hello Kitty, dressed in a traditional Japanese kimono to take the stage in your heart. Colorful and delicate, this high-quality item is made with kiln-fired materials, and real kimono cloth. Exquisitely patterned and traditionally made, this will make a great gift for yourself or others. For all Hello Kitty fans. Stands 6 inches (15 cm) tall and is affixed to a study black display stand. Comes...

Totoro Plush Smile -- Medium

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:31:30 -0500

Totoro Plush *Smile* -- Medium

This is one of the most beautiful Totoro stuffed plush dolls we've sold to date -- the large sized dark gray Totoro, officially licensed by Sun Arrow. This is the medium version that stands 29 cm (11 inches) high, it is super soft and highly detailed, complete with whiskers, button eyes, and markings on his belly. Suitable for both for display and for hugging when you've had a bad day. A top quality Miyazaki Totoro toy, which J-List is happy to be able to bring you -- because it's made by...

Dark Grey Totoro Plush -- Small

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:43:21 -0500

Dark Grey Totoro Plush -- Small

This is the cute dark Totoro from Hayao Miyazaki's My Neighbor Totoro that still remains to be popular here in Japan. A great plush toy, he measures at a tall 18 cm (7 inches) tall is soft to the touch and is made of squeezable material making him perfect for hugging. He comes to you or your loved one with that trademark wide eyed expression, flaring nostrils, and large belly to make you smile through your day. A perfect desktop mascot to greet those who pass by your office or to brighten the...

Kitty Japanese Doll -- Sakura Bana Japanese Cherry Blossom ~ Kimono Style

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:11:55 -0500

Kitty Japanese Doll -- Sakura Bana *Japanese Cherry Blossom* ~ Kimono Style

This is a spectacular doll from the Sanrio people that will become a treasured keepsake in your home. Hello Kitty, dressed in a traditional Japanese kimono to take the stage in your heart. Colorful and delicate, this high-quality item is made with kiln-fired materials, and real kimono cloth. Exquisitely patterned and traditionally made, this will make a great gift for yourself or others. For all Hello Kitty fans. Stands 6 inches (15 cm) tall and is affixed to a study black display stand. Comes...

Japan Underground

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 00:55:36 -0500

Japan Underground

Many of us are familiar with the city scape and beauty of Japan, brave towering buildings reaching for the sky, temples with their simple aesthetic to bring people to peaceful thoughts, and the streets filled with neon lights to attract the wandering eye. However, few of us know the Japan that isn't meant to be seen -- the underground constructions that are made to keep Japan running, without trying to appeal to any aesthetic, just simple function. But to be sure, there are amazing sights to be...

Totoro Plush Smile -- Small

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:39:28 -0400

Totoro Plush *Smile* -- Small

This is one of the most beautiful Totoro stuffed plush dolls we've sold to date -- the small sized dark gray Totoro, officially licensed by Sun Arrow. This is the small version that stands 19 cm (7 inches) high, it is super soft and highly detailed, complete with whiskers, button eyes, and markings on his belly. Suitable for both for display and for hugging when you've had a bad day. A top quality Miyazaki Totoro toy, which J-List is happy to be able to bring you -- because it's made by...

Getting Along with the Japanese

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:11:25 -0500

Getting Along with the Japanese

Sometimes living in another country can be quite confusing, trying to understand why people react one way when they really mean another. Japan is particularly challenging because of all the slight niuances of meanings behind gestures or responses that Westerners are often unable to pick up immediately. This handy book, is an excellent guide for foreigners or the "foreigner to be" when living in a country as rich in culture such as Japan. Written completely in English, this excellent cultural...

SUSHI Non-slip Chopsticks Set

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 01:55:19 -0400

SUSHI Non-slip Chopsticks Set

An authentic product that's made in Japan, this beautiful chopstick set that features wonderful sushi illustrations that are sure to grab one's attention. The chopsticks are a rather large version measuring a long 23 cm (9 inches) and have a smooth lacquer like finish making it perfect for both use or display. On one side of the stick the kanji is written and on the other, the translation is written. There are five different colored hashi (chopsticks) in this collection. WOW!

Yellow Lucky Cat Tea Cup

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 01:00:56 -0400

Yellow 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...

Japan Underground 2

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:32:11 -0500

Japan Underground 2

Many of us are familiar with the city scape and beauty of Japan, brave towering buildings reaching for the sky, temples with their simple aesthetic to bring people to peaceful thoughts, and the streets filled with neon lights to attract the wandering eye. However, few of us know the Japan that isn't meant to be seen -- the underground constructions that are made to keep Japan running, without trying to appeal to any aesthetic, just simple function. But to be sure, there are amazing sights to be...

Kitty Japanese Doll -- Ao Momiji Blue Maple ~ Kimono Style w/ Fan

Fri, 18 May 2007 11:47:45 -0400

Kitty Japanese Doll -- Ao Momiji *Blue Maple* ~ Kimono Style w/ Fan

This is a spectacular doll from the Sanrio people that will become a treasured keepsake in your home. Hello Kitty, dressed in a traditional Japanese kimono to take the stage in your heart. Colorful and delicate, this high-quality item is made with kiln-fired materials, and real kimono cloth. Exquisitely patterned and traditionally made, this will make a great gift for yourself or others. For all Hello Kitty fans. Stands 6 inches (15 cm) tall and is affixed to a study black display stand. Comes...

COPIC Multi Liner Pigment-based 7 tip Set

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 02:30:28 -0500

COPIC Multi Liner Pigment-based 7 tip Set

Copic markers are the markers of choice for Professional manga artists because of their superior line quality, precise tip sizes, and long lasting inkwells. These new Copic Multiliner pens have waterproof pigment-based ink that doesn't bleed or smear, making them the ultimate tools for both emerging and veteran manga artists. This Copic Multiliner A-2 set includes the following tip sizes: 0.03, 0.05, 0.1, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, and 1.0. They are a hard tip marker that writes much like a ball point with...

COPIC Custom Paper 101 ~ Thick Non-Transparent Paper A4size 40 sheets 167 micron

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 02:30:28 -0500

COPIC Custom Paper 101 ~ Thick Non-Transparent Paper A4size 40 sheets 167 micron

Copic paper is the perfect match for using for professional quality illustrations, and the number one choice of manga artists. Each Copic Paper selection has a different thickness, brightness, and blending quality, depending on your preferred drawing style. This is Copic Paper Selections 3, a thick, bright paper made for making sharper lines when the focus is not on blending. Pad size is A4, 150 g/m2 thick, and includes 40 sheets.

Kitty Japanese Doll -- Beni Momiji Red Maple ~ Kimono Style w/ Fan

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:00:22 -0500

Kitty Japanese Doll -- Beni Momiji *Red Maple* ~ Kimono Style w/ Fan

This is a spectacular doll from the Sanrio people that will become a treasured keepsake in your home. Hello Kitty, dressed in a traditional Japanese kimono to take the stage in your heart. Colorful and delicate, this high-quality item is made with kiln-fired materials, and real kimono cloth. Exquisitely patterned and traditionally made, this will make a great gift for yourself or others. For all Hello Kitty fans. Stands 6 inches (15 cm) tall and is affixed to a study black display stand. Comes...

Dark Grey Totoro Plush Doll -- Large

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:32:30 -0500

*Dark Grey* Totoro Plush Doll -- Large

This is one of the most beautiful Totoro stuffed plush dolls we've sold to date -- a large sized dark gray Totoro, officially licensed Sun Arrow. Standing 37 cm (15 inches) high, it is super soft and highly detailed, complete with whiskers, button eyes, and markings on his belly. Suitable for both for display and for hugging when you've had a bad day. A top quality Miyazaki Totoro toy, which J-List is happy to be able to bring you -- because it's made by Ghibli's exclusive licensee, the famous...

COPIC Ciao! ~ Basic Double Marker Set in 12 Colors

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:32:11 -0500

COPIC Ciao! ~ Basic Double Marker Set in 12 Colors

Serious artists know that Japan's famous pen maker COPIC creates the best tools for creating art. Here's a gorgeous set of 12 high end artist's pens that are great for coloring and sketch art. A wide range of basic pen colors are included. These markers are double sided, one side featuring a standard wide edge with the other being a finer tipped point for more detailed work. Comes in a sturdy transparent casing. Great for those who love to write kanji with fude pens as well. ...

Ghibli Music Box -- Kiki Departure ~ Kiki's Delivery Service

Fri, 18 May 2007 01:06:40 -0400

Ghibli Music Box -- Kiki *Departure* ~ Kiki's Delivery Service

The "Sanpo" Totoro music boxes created by Studio Ghibli have been such a hit that the Academy Award-winning Japanese anime studio has released a series of music boxes featuring their favorite films, all with scenes recreated in painted ceramic and featuring a beloved song from the soundtrack. Detailed and entirely faithful to the movie, these recreations recapture the spirit and will become a valued collector's item as well as an attractive display item. This particular music box is from the...

Totoro Music Box -- Meal ~ Oshokuji

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:11:55 -0500

Totoro Music Box -- Meal ~ Oshokuji

Fans of Studio Ghibli's "My Neighbor Totoro" (Tonari No Totoro) will enjoy this series of Totoro music boxes. Fully painted in incredible detail, these ceramic keepsakes are a representation of a famous scene from the movie, with a music box you can wind and play. Nearly 11 cm (4 inches) in height this music box features the three Totoro's sitting in a circle enjoying a delicious meal. An officially approved item by Ghibli that's a must have for all you collectors.

5 UKIYOE Chopsticks Set with Gift Box

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:11:25 -0500

5 UKIYOE Chopsticks Set with Gift Box

Here's a unique traditional gift from Japan that will get the attention of the die hard Japanophile. This is a deluxe set of chopsticks (hashi) that come in five different versions that you can actually use or display. The chopsticks feature a smooth wooden finish tipped with small grooves known as suberidome so your food doesn't try to run away from you. Each pair measures a standard 22.5 cm and is decorated with beautiful variety of Ukiyoe designs that are displayed on the handle portion of...

Japan Underground IV

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:52:53 -0400

Japan Underground IV

Many of us are familiar with the city scape and beauty of Japan, brave towering buildings reaching for the sky, temples with their simple aesthetic to bring people to peaceful thoughts, and the streets filled with neon lights to attract the wandering eye. However, few of us know the Japan that isn't meant to be seen -- the underground constructions that are made to keep Japan running, without trying to appeal to any aesthetic, just simple function. But to be sure, there are amazing sights to be...

GATSBY ~ Pink Men's Hair Wax / Spiky Edge

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:21:55 -0500

GATSBY ~ Pink Men's Hair Wax / Spiky Edge

Ever wonder how Japanese guys make their hair fashionably spiky and cool? The secret lies with these GATSBY "moving rubber" hair wax. A specially textured hair product that produces a firmer hold than your typical hair gel or hair spray, it's a much easier and reliable method of hair styling with long lasting results. Just use a little and it goes a long way! Easily washes off with regular shampoo and conditioner. This purchase is for a standard sized container of Gatsby Hair Wax. This is the...

GATSBY ~ Blue Men's Hair Wax / Cool Wet

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:21:55 -0500

GATSBY ~ Blue Men's Hair Wax / Cool Wet

Ever wonder how Kimura Takuya makes his hair fashionably cool? The secret lies with these GATSBY "moving rubber" hair wax. A specially textured hair product that produces a firmer hold than your typical hair gel or hair spray, it's a much easier and reliable method of hair styling with long lasting results. Just use a little and it goes a long way! Easily washes off with regular shampoo and conditioner. This purchase is for a standard sized container of Gatsby Hair Wax. This is the Blue ~ Cool...

Waku Waku! Character no Obento

Fri, 01 May 2009 00:50:48 -0400

Waku Waku! Character no Obento

The art of cute japanese bento has taken over the world and is even more successful in the actual economy context, not to mention the healthy properties of those meals. This book features 100+ recipes and focuses on making fun bento meals with cute characters like pikachu, totoro, barbapapa and a lot more... Of course it features tons of superb & mouth watering pictures for you to refer at when making your own bento lunch! A great addition to our bento recipes books selection. 100 pages. ...

SAND de PANDA ~ Push Style Easy Sandwich Maker

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:32:02 -0500

SAND de PANDA ~ Push Style Easy Sandwich Maker

Do you remember when you were a little kid when you hated eating the edges of your bread? In Japan, it's very common to find these sandwiches without the ends already pre-made and ready to munch on right out of the bag. Now you can make your own sandwiches with this easy Push Style Sandwich maker by the folks at Akebono. To use, simply make your sandwich (make sure to place your meat and veggies in the center), place the tool over the sandwich and then push. It will automatically cut off the...

PITTARI Panda Sandwich Case

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:32:02 -0500

PITTARI Panda Sandwich Case

Do you remember when you were a little kid when you hated eating the edges of your bread? In Japan, it's very common to find these sandwiches without the ends already pre-made and ready to munch on right out of the bag. Thanks to the folks at Akebono, you can keep your own sandwich creations from being pummled with this cute case. Simply place the sandwich you made from the sandwich maker and there you go. It measures 10x10 cm (3.9x3.9 inches) and stays securely locked via the clasps on the...

Working in Japan ~ Getting Closer to Japan

Fri, 22 May 2009 00:37:40 -0400

Working in Japan ~ Getting Closer to Japan

An outstanding book in the Getting Closer to Japan series by Ask, this English-language guidebook presents useful topics for anyone desiring to live and work in Japan. Topics include taking the plunge, differences between Japanese and foreign companies, rules to keep in mind when meeting people, business etiquette and more. There is also a section with concrete recommendations about places in Tokyo you might want to get to know better. 96 pages.

Injection Ball Point Pen ~ BLUE

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:21:21 -0500

Injection Ball Point Pen ~ BLUE

A fun new series of pens that lets you write down the information you need to record, although it looks like a doctor's injection needle for giving shots. Never again write with boring pens that have no personality to them, when you've got these great Japanese pens to write with. Writes with black ink and features a locking "knock-type" method for so you can write with the pen then retract the tip when not in use. This pen is filled with blue liquid. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and...

Injection Ball Point Pen ~ RED

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:21:21 -0500

Injection Ball Point Pen ~ RED

A fun new series of pens that lets you write down the information you need to record, although it looks like a doctor's injection needle for giving shots. Never again write with boring pens that have no personality to them, when you've got these great Japanese pens to write with. Writes with black ink and features a locking "knock-type" method for so you can write with the pen then retract the tip when not in use. This pen is filled with red liquid. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and...

Sapporo Beer Drops (Hokkaido Limited) ~ Japanese Food Drops

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:54:51 -0500

Sapporo Beer Drops (Hokkaido Limited) ~ Japanese Food Drops

Sakuma Drops are the famous classic candy enjoyed for since before World War II, which were made famous in the Studio Ghibli film Grave of the Fireflies. Right now Japan is having a "Drop Candy boom" with the most interesting flavors of candy available, including rare and exotic flavors from different parts of the country. Each reusable tin contains about 20-25 candies. ABOUT THIS CANDY: Enjoy this delicious Sapporo Beer (Hokkaido Limited Edition) food drops. Note, there is no alcohol in this...

Kiki's Delivery Service 2010 Calendar -- Taking Nap Jiji

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:59:21 -0500

Kiki's Delivery Service 2010 Calendar -- Taking Nap Jiji

Enjoy this thick 3D desktop calendar that brings the wonderful Jiji from Kiki's Delivery Service right to your door. The calendar features the Japanese holidays written in the original Japanese language and is mounted on a ceramic 3D Studio Ghibli display that is great for fans of diorama. This years theme features Jiji taking a nap next to a photo frame that's used as a calendar. After the calendar is done, you can also use this as a decorative picture frame as well! Measures 12x8.7x10.2 cm...

Japanese Paper Doll Omamori with 5 yen & Natural Stone Charm

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:01:38 -0500

Japanese Paper Doll Omamori with 5 yen & Natural Stone Charm

The Japanese have all sorts of omamori (charms or amulets) that they believe in to protect them from various elements. Some omamori are designed protect them from car accidents, others are to promote good health, finding happiness, and even luck for gambling. This version features a cute paperdoll of a girl in a kimono with natural stones inside the container and even has an authentic 5 yen coin as part of the decor, which will provide you good luck in finances. (The phrase "go-en" means both...

Pink Lucky Cat Tea Cup

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:27:49 -0500

Pink 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...

Injection Ball Point Pen ~ GREEN

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:31:23 -0500

Injection Ball Point Pen ~ GREEN

A fun new series of pens that lets you write down the information you need to record, although it looks like a doctor's injection needle for giving shots. Never again write with boring pens that have no personality to them, when you've got these great Japanese pens to write with. Writes with black ink and features a locking "knock-type" method for so you can write with the pen then retract the tip when not in use. This pen is filled with green liquid. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and...

Tonkotsu Noodle Drops (Kumamoto Limited) ~ Japanese Food Drops

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:21:55 -0500

Tonkotsu Noodle Drops (Kumamoto Limited) ~ Japanese Food Drops

Sakuma Drops are the famous classic candy enjoyed for since before World War II, which were made famous in the Studio Ghibli film Grave of the Fireflies. Right now Japan is having a "Drop Candy boom" with the most interesting flavors of candy available, including rare and exotic flavors from different parts of the country. Each reusable tin contains about 20-25 candies. ABOUT THIS CANDY: Kumamoto, a city in Kyushu, is famous for its delicious white ramen called tonkotsu, made from pork, and...

Yaki Toukibi - Sweet Corn + Soy Sauce (Hokkaido Limited) ~ Japanese Food Drops

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:21:20 -0400

Yaki Toukibi - Sweet Corn + Soy Sauce (Hokkaido Limited) ~ Japanese Food Drops

Sakuma Drops are the famous classic candy enjoyed for since before World War II, which were made famous in the Studio Ghibli film Grave of the Fireflies. Right now Japan is having a "Drop Candy boom" with the most interesting flavors of candy available, including rare and exotic flavors from different parts of the country. Each reusable tin contains about 20-25 candies. ABOUT THIS CANDY: We love to eat delicious slow-roasted corn in Japan, smothered with melted butter and soy sauce, a...

Jyaga Butter (Hokkaido Limited) ~ Japanese Food Drops

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:44:53 -0400

Jyaga Butter (Hokkaido Limited) ~ Japanese Food Drops

Sakuma Drops are the famous classic candy enjoyed for since before World War II, which were made famous in the Studio Ghibli film Grave of the Fireflies. Right now Japan is having a "Drop Candy boom" with the most interesting flavors of candy available, including rare and exotic flavors from different parts of the country. Each reusable tin contains about 20-25 candies. ABOUT THIS CANDY: One of the most delicious foods in Japan is also one of the most simple, Jyaga Butter (also written Jaga...

Hello Kitty Special BENTO Making Set

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:32:30 -0500

Hello Kitty Special BENTO Making Set

This could just be the ultimate Hello Kitty bento item: a collection of all the best accessories for making the most awesome and kawaii boxed lunch ever. This complete set comes with a Hello Kitty onigiri shaper, a silicon cup for separating your bento's ingredience, a mayonnaise cup with spoon, a vegetable cutter that can make Hello Kitty-shaped carrots, etc., a furikake bottle for bringing condiments to sprinkle over rice, a boiled egg shaper, and little flags to decorate your bento with. We...

Hello Kitty Vegetable Cutter Set for DECO bento

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:32:22 -0500

Hello Kitty Vegetable Cutter Set for DECO bento

Another wonderful way to decorate your bentos, this is a cutter designed and shaped into cute Hello Kitty shapes. This is a two piece set which creates a large Hello Kitty face and a smaller Hello Kitty head and body. The cutter is a 2 piece device that slides within each other. Place the vegetable in between the cutter and push it through to create an intricate image of Kitty-chan. An authentic Sanrio product.

SMART MODE ~ Diet & Healthy Shaking Salad Case

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 01:33:30 -0400

SMART MODE ~ Diet & Healthy Shaking Salad Case

Get into the Smart Mode this year and eat healthy. This bento item by Smart Mode is a great salad cup/bowl that you can use to bring your healthy meals to work. Taking on the concept of the McShake, simply fill your cup with the salad, pour the dressing inside, shake well, and you've got yourself a healthy meal that's waiting for you. Comes with a mini ice pack that you rest on top of the layer with holes to keep the salad crisp and cool.

Japanese Soup Bowl -- Colorful Plum

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:24:06 -0500

Japanese Soup Bowl -- Colorful Plum

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 beef bowls, cold cereal and more. This particular bowl has a red inside and black outside, following the traditional colors of Japanese bowls and has a dark pink and gold colored traditional plum flower pattern on the side. 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...

Vegetable Shaper Assortment Set ~ SAKURA, Plum, Maple Leaf, Chrysanthemum

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:32:05 -0500

Vegetable Shaper Assortment Set ~ SAKURA, Plum, Maple Leaf, Chrysanthemum

This stainless steel vegetable cutter is a fantastic way to make your presentations all the more better. This set of cutters feature shapes of the leaves from trees Sakura, plum, maple leaf and chrysanthemums. Absolutely cool to see your wonderful bento creations covered in edible (and nutritious) leaves of various shapes and colors. Also useful as cookie cutters. This is a set of four, 2 large and 2 small versions. Kakko ii!

Mini ONIGIRI Shaper ~ Heart

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:53:39 -0500

Mini ONIGIRI Shaper ~ Heart

Very useful item form Japan named Onigiri Pon. "Onigiri" means "Rice Ball" in English. Almost all Japanese like to eat Onigiri for their lunch, since it's a quick and mobile way to get a meal in this fast paced society. These onigiri makers are designed for packaging inside a bento box and make cube shapes for easy packing. What makes this special however is the push down top, which molds a specific indentation adding that extra kawaiiness to your menu. This shaper forms the heart.

Totoro Music Box -- Encounter w/ Totoro No.1

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:14:01 -0500

Totoro Music Box -- Encounter w/ Totoro *No.1*

Fans of Studio Ghibli's "My Neighbor Totoro" and the ending theme "Tonari No Totoro" will enjoy this series of Totoro music boxes. Fully painted in incredible detail, these ceramic keepsakes are a representation of a famous scene from the movie, with a music box you can wind and play "Tonari No Totoro" as the scene revolves around its base. This particular scene is from the first part of the movie where Mei, playing at her new home comes across the Chuu and Sho Totoro. Nearly 4" high, this...

Sakura Square Mini Bento Box -- Pink

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 03:17:59 -0400

Sakura Square Mini Bento Box -- Pink

Bento boxes are one of J-List's most successful items, and we pride ourselves on bringing high-quality traditional designed bentos from Japan to you. This one is no exception -- a beautiful sakura patterned two-tiered lunch box, with glittering sakura flowers on the lid, and matching colored elastic belt. Light pink in color, this bento box is also microwavable as long as you remove the lids first. This mini sized bento box has two tiers to keep two separate dishes, and is 2.75 high and 5" x 3...

Wave & Cherry Petals -- Japanese Daily Soup Bowl

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:33:08 -0500

Wave & Cherry Petals -- Japanese Daily Soup Bowl

A nice standard size soup bowl that measures 11 cm (4.3 inches) in diameter, this is a cool Japanese item that can hold anything from miso soup to beef bowls, cold cereal and more. This particular bowl has a red inside and black outside, following the traditional colors of Japanese bowls and has a pink and gold colored traditional Sakura pattern on the side. 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...

Japanese Soup Bowl -- Kohaku ~ Red

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 22:05:58 -0400

Japanese Soup Bowl -- Kohaku ~ Red

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 beef bowls, cold cereal and more. This particular bowl has a red inside and wine colored outside, with a gold and silver stamp-like pattern. 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.

3 Variety Square Sauce Bottles

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:32:42 -0500

3 Variety Square Sauce Bottles

Add some flavor to savor with these handy plastic mini sauce bottles. In three shapes and about 1.5 to 2 inches tall (3-5 cm: think small, medium, large), these convenient square-shaped sauce bottles fit nicely into any lunch box. Because they are sealable and re-usable you can spare yourself a little guilt by not making more trash from wasted sauce packets. And you can hook up some of your own sauce as well! Soy Sauce, rayu (chili oil), salad dressing, special sauce, rocket sauce, whatever...

Japanese Soup Bowl -- Tortoise Shell Style ~ Black

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:31:49 -0400

Japanese Soup Bowl -- Tortoise Shell Style ~ Black

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 beef bowls, cold cereal and more. This particular bowl has a red inside and black outside, following the traditional colors of Japanese bowls and is molded with a tortoiseshell shape with wood-grain-like pattern. 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...

Wiener Shaper -- Tulip

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:49:16 -0500

Wiener Shaper -- Tulip

Among the foreign community, the Japanese are famous for their perfectly cut mini-wieners you find in so many lunches (bento boxes). What's the secret behind these ubiquitous morsels you ask? Why the Wiener Cutter of course! Now you too can have the most perfectly cut wieners on the block, and not only that, they'll be shaped like tulips!, complete with a bulb and leaves Be the hit at school. Be the talk of the water cooler clique at work. Wonderfully wacky.

Fruit Colorful Mayonnaise Cup in 3 Different Shapes

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:11:16 -0500

Fruit Colorful Mayonnaise Cup in 3 Different Shapes

Want to add a little cute touch to your lunches? Try putting your sauces inside these compact cups and adding a little zest to your meal. Fill them to the brim with mayonnaise (commonly used in Japan as dipping sauce for vegetables and even fries), ketchup, mustard, or even salad dressing. Each cup measures about 4 cm (1.5 inches in diameter), the sauces remain freshly sealed with the snap tight lids. Comes in a pack of 3 cups decorated with fruit illustrations. (Not for microwave use).

Japanese Bamboo Ear Pick - Mimikaki

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:32:22 -0500

Japanese Bamboo Ear Pick - Mimikaki

Japanese traditionally clean the wax from the insides of their ears with a small bamboo hook or scoop, called a "mimikaki" -- and there's actually a category of "mimi-kaki fetish," men who love to have their girlfriends or wives clean their ears. Now you can clean your ears in true Japanese style, with this set of two really cool traditional Japanese mimi-kaki cleaners. One of the cleaners is smaller than the other and has a little wooden "Daruma" figure on it; the end of the longer cleaner has...

Wiener Shaper -- Crab

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:49:16 -0500

Wiener Shaper -- Crab

Among the foreign community, the Japanese are famous for their perfectly cut mini-wieners you find in so many lunches (bento boxes). What's the secret behind these ubiquitous morsels you ask? Why the Wiener Cutter of course! Now you too can have the most perfectly cut wieners on the block, and not only that, they'll be shaped like cute crabs!, complete with eyes and legs! Be the hit at school. Be the talk of the water cooler clique at work. Wonderfully wacky.

Wiener Shaper -- Octopus

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 03:19:16 -0400

Wiener Shaper -- Octopus

This unique device is a fun hot dog shaper that can be used to make it look like an octopus. Simply slide down the hot dog into the plastic which will cut the hot dog into 6 thinly sliced pieces to form the tentacles of the octopus but don't let it go down all the way. Just let it slide down half way so a head is formed and simply pull out to reveal the cute octopus you created. A great way to make kids bento meals fun again.

Natural Bamboo Steamer

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:14:16 -0500

Natural Bamboo Steamer

One of the best and healthiest ways of cooking your food is through steaming them. The east has made plenty of delicious meals which consists of steaming your food to perfection so it stays warm and juicy for you, often employing the use of these all natural bamboo steamers. Resistant to warping and very sturdy, this tool is the perfect cooking accessory to make those delicious "shumai" (steamed dumplings) as well as steamed buns. Measures 13 cm (5 inches) in diameter.