A collection of Christmas Bentos!
Japan does not make a big deal out of Christmas, but these bento artists would lead you to believe differently!
An adorable rice snowman, holly berry, egg stars! Via
An apple snowman, hot dog and cheese Santas, reindeers and a broccoli tree!
Via
I love this fully decorated Christmas Tree! 
This Snowman is decorated with peas, carrot snow flakes, seaweed and much more!
Yumm, check out this Santa!
More Bentos:
Halloween 2007
Halloween 2008
Bento Supplies from Japan
More Christmas Posts:
World's Most Expensive Christmas Tree
Christmas Mugs
Christmas USB Cake
USB Santa Booties!
Search all the listings for Bento on YJ and Bid Through Rinkya!
[Japan][christmas bento]
[bento box]
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Merry Christmas Bentos Part 1!
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Rinkya Links For the Day!
Keanu Reeves & Cowboy Bebop?
Curry Bath Salts!
Japanese Mac Addict Grows Branded Apples
JapanSoc! Read and Soc your favorite Japan articles!
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Bloody Lamp Creeps Me Out
They call it a liquid lamp, but it looks like blood splatter to me!
19950 Yen (About $226)
Product Page order via Rinkya Stores!
[Japan][design from japan]
Monday, December 15, 2008
Japanese Gadget Revealed!
Well at the last minute, someone guessed it!
They are coasters!
Currently sold out, but email us for links if you want them, Rinkya Stores will find it!
These would pair nicely with
Your Sandwich Chair
An Ice Cream Lamp?
Food Stools
And Finally, yes a Hamburger Stool!!
[Japan][gadget]
Friday, December 12, 2008
Guess the Japanese Gadget!
This hamburger has a function- and not a child's toy!
What is it?
Have a wonderful weekend!
Click here to see Gadget Revealed
[Japan][gadget]
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Win Arcade Mania from Nihon Sun!
Nihon Sun has Arcade Mania! up for grabs on their site! All you need to do is answer three short trivia questions!
Arcade Mania introduces overseas readers to the fascinating world of the Japanese gemu senta. Organized as a guided tour of a typical game center, the book is divided into nine chapters, each of which deals with a different kind of game, starting with the UFO catchers and print club machines at the entrance and continuing through rhythm games, fighting games, shooting games, retro games, gambling games, card-based games, and only-in-Japan games.
Covering classic games from Space Invaders to Street Fighter, games that are familiar to Americans in their home console versions (Rock Band, Guitar Hero and Dance, Dance Revolution), as well as the unique, quirky games found only in Japan, Arcade Mania is crammed full of interviews with game makers and star players, and packed with facts about the history, background and characteristics of each game, all lavishly illustrated with photographs and game graphics. This book is a must-have for gamers everywhere.
Read Nihon Sun for the rules and trivia!
Good Luck Readers!
Quote via Amazon
If you do not win, pick up a copy here!
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Half Suit Makes No Sense!
I am not sure why you would need one of these, even for a Halloween costume it is odd!
Maybe like a mullet- business in the front, party in the back?
Salary man could scare alot of people with these! 6090 yen each, commission only $16!
Order via Rinkya Stores
[Japan][japan weird]
Tuesday, December 09, 2008
A New Vintage Toy Store in Japan!
Century Bot is your resource for vintage toys, cels, figures and much more!
Vintage toys from the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, and much more are available, very rare!
Order via Rinkya Stores!
A collector's paradise!
Astro Boy, Giant Earthtron, Batman, Ultraman, Superman, Star Wars, Bull Mark, and many, many more are available!
Get lost for hours and visit Century Bot!
[Japan]
[batman][DC comics]
[ultraman]
[vintage toys]
Monday, December 08, 2008
Friday, December 05, 2008
Wednesday, December 03, 2008
Comfy Disney Pillows For Your Feet!
One HUGE slipper provides comfort and warmth for both your feet or perhaps one extremely large foot?
Stitch and Mickey available! Only 798 yen each!
Product Page
Disney on Rinkya Stores
Lilo And Stitch on YJ
Disney Blog Posts:
Stitch Sick Masks
Disney Ipod Covers
Disney USBS- Stitch on a SurfBoard!
Japan Lilo & Stitch Show
Cutest Stitch Ever!
[Japan][Disney]<
[Winnie the Pooh][Lilo & Stitch]
Tuesday, December 02, 2008
World's Most Expensive Christmas Tree!
Ginza Tanaka, Japan's famed jeweler, has created another masterpiece- the Worlds' Most Expensive Christmas Tree.
The tree is decorated with more than 240 jewels including diamond baubles and strings of pearls, weighs more than 21 kilograms - and is worth 150 million yen.
The tree is on display now in Osaka, no word on whether it is actually for sale or will be at a later date. But it sure is nice to look at!
Tanaka's other creations include
An 80 thousand 24 Karat Swimsuit
25 Thousand Platinum Gundam
Via
[Japan]
[ginza tanaka] [fashion japan]
Reusable Maxi Pads Make Me Doubt My Ability to Go Green!
Reusable maxi pads have made an appearance before, but this being Japan, a multitude of designs and colors are available- hearts, stars, plaids and many more!!
I definitely have a commitment in my lifestyle to be as green as possible, but reusable maxi pads may be a sacrifice I am unable to make.
These packets come with detergent as well, so use and re-wash.
Be environmentally friendly with the many colors and designs available, including the cute Alice in Wonderland one seen above!
Product Page
Other Green Blog Posts!!
Green Garbage Can
Reusable Chopsticks!
Frog Can Crusher
Eco Friendly Bunny Bag
[Japan][japan gadget][reusable maxi pads]
[go green]
Monday, December 01, 2008
Christmas Mugs Will Warm Any Scrooge!
These special mugs from Japan are on sale right now, normally 5000 yen, Get all 3 mugs for only 3939 yen.
These cups are perfect for some hot apple cider, cocoa or spiked egg nog ^_-
Great for Christmas Cheer and the star and heart are shapes to enjoy year round!
Product Page, order direct from Rinkya Stores!!
[Japan][japan design][christmas]
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Astro Boy- 48 Second Trailer is Awesome!
Enjoy the Astro Boy trailer released a few days ago!
For more Astro Boy Posts!
[Japan][astro boy][anime]
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Pink Phone Sure To Guarantee Your Teenager Racks Up The Cell Phone Bill!
Connect this pretty pink, feathery phone to your cell phone for easy conversation.
It is adorable and perfect for girls, will fit in any stocking! ^_-
3150 yen, Rinkya Store Commission only $8.00
Product Page, purchase via Rinkya Stores
[Japan][gadget]
[cell phone accessories]
Monday, November 24, 2008
Japanese Gadget Revealed!
I thought this was hard, but we had two correct guesses this week!
They are "boot keepers"-hold your boots up to keep their shape and look adorable doing it!
Only 798 yen, product page via Rinkya Stores!
Disney on YJ
Other Disney Posts:
Disney Stitch Sick Masks
Mickey Mouse I River
Winnie the Pooh Dog Clothes!
[Japan][winnie the pooh][gadget]
[Disney]
[Mickey Mouse][stitch][Minnie Mouse]
Friday, November 21, 2008
Guess the Japanese Gadget!
These are not just for looking cute or decoration, they do have an actual purpose!
So what do these guys do (besides look extremely kawaii ^_^)
Have a great weekend!!
Click Here to See Gadget Revealed
[Japan][gadget]
Thursday, November 20, 2008
The Mini Crane Game!
UFO dolls found in these crane games are very popular in Japan, same games even include rare items you cannot get elsewhere! Get a smaller version to play at home via Toys R Us Japan!
Only 1999 yen, order via Rinkya Stores!
More Blog Stories:
Catch a Live Lobster
A Boobie Prize!
Dehydrated Food Prize!
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Channel Your Inner Mario & Get A Mushroom!
I cannot help but think these little mushroom massagers look just like the mushrooms from everyone's favorite classic Nintendo character, Mario!
Only 2480 yen each! Great price for some relaxation!
Product Page order via Rinkya Stores for the low price of $8 commission!
[nintendo]
[Japan][gadget]
[massage]
Monday, November 17, 2008
New Transformer Toys for Presale Direct from Japan!
Grab these Transformer toys before they run out!!
Thrust
Dirge
Pre order ends December 10th and ship in March 2009.
Rare collector's item! 3465 yen each, store commission fee only $8.00 (up to 5000 yen per store) Read here for our Rinkya Store commissions!
Read our other Transformer posts!
[Japan][transformer]
Order via Rinkya Stores!
Thursday, November 06, 2008
Tuesday, November 04, 2008
The Cat Cafe in Tokyo!
This cat cafe, Cateriam, in Tokyo is a place to sit down, have some tea or a beer and play with exotic cats. They do not serve any food (who wants cat hair in their food!)
A Rinkya Staff member visited and provided these photos for us, enjoy!
Wow, the markings on this cat is so cool!
Awww, a cat in a bowl, the staff does not plan these things!
I may have to visit this place on my next trip to Tokyo!
Meet the Cat Staff!
Cat Cafe Homepage
Love Cats? Read more of our Blog posts on them!
Cat Toe Painter Helper
Cat Toothpick Holder
Cat Earthquake Survival Gear
Cat Costumes- Hey Halloween is Almost Here!
Hello Kitty-fy Your Cat
And Finally, Read about Maneki Neko- Japan's Lucky Cat!
[Japan][cats]
Monday, November 03, 2008
Rinkya Collector's Corner- Barry's TLR Cameras!
1. Can you tell us a little bit about what you collect for those of us
unfamiliar?
Twin lens reflex cameras (TLRs) from the late 1920s to the present day.
These are cameras which have a "taking" lens situated below a "viewing" lens
and were very popular professional and serious-amateur cameras before the
SLR camera became reliable enough to be widely accepted during the late
1950s and 1960s. Most date from before the mid-a960s, although a few
Chinese manufacturers are still producing cheaper cameras, and Rollei still
makes a few special models for collectors. There's a short history of the
TLR on my site here.
Generally I specialise in those which use 120 film, although I do have a
small number which use 127 or 35mm (from the days before this was sold in
the cartridges used nowadays). The 120 medium format TLRs date from 1929,
when the first Rolleicord model was launched in Germany. Several German
manufacturers copied or adapted the format, and Japanese makers started
making similar models to the Rolleicord and Rolleiflex in the late 1930s.
I collect all TLRs from around the world - currently I have around 350, and
I still buy two or three a month if something interesting comes up. By far
the biggest contingent is from Japan and most of my collection is viewable
on my website. Other main countries represented are Germany (of course),
France, Czechoslovakia, China, America, Poland and Britain.
2. How long have you been collecting?
Only about six years or so.
3. How did you get started collecting TLR cameras?
I had been interested in these cameras for a long time, but it was the
arrival of eBay and Yahoo auctions which made it possible to track down
rarer models more easily. I now have a few cameras of which mine is the
only example remaining apparently known.
4. What is the "dream" item for you?
The one I'd love to own, but probably never will is a VERY rare Swedish
camera made by a man called Hedman in the 1930s - you can see it on my
webpage here. It's an amazingly beautiful camera made by a professional furniture maker; only a very few were made.
I'd also like to track down a Japanese Fujicaflex - they're not all that
rare, but they don't turn up very often. There's one on this page
5. What is your favourite part of collecting TLR cameras?
Tracking down a rare one. I have in my collection a rare special edition
Rolleiflex Urushi made after Rollei was bought by a Japanese firm (see
here). Finding that was a memorable success!
6. What is your favourite item you found thru Rinkya and why?
Well I recently won a rare Eicaflex on Yahoo, but there have been several
other unusual cameras which one doesn't find outside Japan itself.
7. What makes the TLR cameras you find in Japan
different/special/collectable?
Just the rarity of some models and the amazing range of models made by small
manufacturers in the 1950s. Some of the names are also wonderful - my
favourite is the "Dorisflex" - marvellous name!
8. Where can we see your TLR collection?
At TLR Cameras, where the links to all the other sections is.
Thank you for the great interview Barry and good luck with your collection!!
Check out Barry's informative site and learn everything you want to know about TLR cameras!
For TLR Cameras on YJ
TLR Cameras at Japanese Online Stores
For More Collector Corner's, please read:
Flywheel's Transformers
April, Blythe Doll Collector
Ryan, Anime Cel Collector
Super Sized Collector's Corner Part 1 and 2
Charles Solomon Anime Expert
Want to be featured? Leave me a comment!
Picture is property of owner, please do not copy.
[Japan][tlr cameras][collector's corner]
Friday, October 31, 2008
Happy Halloween- Bentos From Japan!
Last year, our Bento special on Halloween was very popular, so I scoured the web to find more!
This little black cat is so cute, you would not mind having it cross your path!
Source
Skull & Bones made from apples- wow!
Source Mushmo wrote every detail for the Bento, read her blog for many different Bento designs!
Dracula makes an appearance!
Source
Ok, not a bento, but so cute!
Source
Have a wonderful and great Halloween!
Bento Supplies!
Search all the listings for Bento on YJ and Bid Through Rinkya!
[Japan][halloween bento]
[bento box]
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Add Me On Twitter!
I love Twitter, the mini blogging social network. Add me on Twitter and learn a little more about me!
And if you like reading Blogs about Japan, add the Japan Blogs from Twitter!
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Frogs Brighten Up Your Office!
Hehe, I like this little guy! Creative design and use of a frog tongue!
Only 1029 yen via Product Page
Frog Humidifier
Frog Can Crusher
[Japan][gadgets][frog]
Monday, October 27, 2008
Japanese Gadget Revealed!
It is a "molester protector" (yes, that is what they call it, I do not make these things up)
It sends 150 volts when you press it into someone, Japan makes safety gadgets kawaii!
Only 1580 yen, Product Page via Rinkya Stores!
[Japan][gadget]
Friday, October 24, 2008
Guess the Japanese Gadget!
What does this cute little seal keychain do?
Hint: Not so cute, what it does!
Click here to see Gadget Revealed
[Japan][gadget]
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