Cool Products Friday, May 29, 2009

Here are today's "really cool products" that I've picked out for you, out of the 30+ new items we've added to the J-List and JBOX.com sites today. Note that some products may be "not safe for work" but that all links will allow you to redirect yourself either to the J-List or JBOX.com websites. To see all the J-List products, check out J-List or the JBOX.com updated products link.

	Newtype May 2009 Newtype, the Moving Pictures Magazine, is the awesome information source from Japan that gives you all the information on the hottest anime currently running in Japan. Get the new issue now, with all free stuff inside included, of course.
	LA MADONNA -- Akemi Takada illustrations Then, I am no small fan of Kimagure Orange Road, having cut my teeth on the show back in the 80s. Here's a real treat: the gorgeous artbook by Akemi Takada featuring all her images of Madoka Ayukawa.
	Girlfriend -- Aya Hirano One of the top names in the seiyu (voice actress) world is Aya Hirano, the voice of Haruhi, Konata, and a host of others. Enjoy this gorgeous new photobook in which Aya becomes your virtual girlfriend for a day.
	Fruits June 2009 NO. 143 Then, browse another excellent issue of FRUiTs, filled with pictures of vibrant young people from Tokyo's hip Harajuku region. Each page features a super full-size photograph of street fashions, and there are no ads!
	FIVE FOR J-ROCK Magazine Subscription Then, announcing a great new revolving subscription item: Five For, the amazing English language glossy magazine dedicated to Japan's visual-kei and J-ROCK scene. Outstanding quality, which you can enjoy from J-List now!
	Ever 17 - Out of Infinity Then, a treat for fans of our amazing PC dating-sim games, a treat: we've found a few dozen copies of the out-of-print Hirameki game Ever 17. An incredibly dramatic visual novel with a great story and cast of characters, you should snap it up now before it disappears again.
	Japanese Disposable Vinyl Clear Umbrella This may look like a mild-mannered umbrella, but it's really a cool Asian transparent plastic umbrella, which are everywhere in Japan yet impossible to find outside of the country. Now you can own one of these enigmatic umbrellas, which will surely get you lots of attention from any Japanese who see it.
	Reborn Keychain ~ Katei Kyoushi Reborn Warning, cool plush keychain alert. This is a cute little version of Tsuna Sawada, a little boy who also happens to be anime's cutest hitman.
	New Snacks from Japan Today we're posting classic Tabecco animal-shaped cookies with the names written on the sides in English, a favorite in Japan from decades past. Also, Xylish Fruits Assort Gum in a large container and Cinnamoroll Soft Candy -- yum!
	Hello Kitty in Kimono Snow Dome I've often thought that what the world needs more of is Hello Kitty kimono-themed snow globes, and now I can test my theory. Two different colors in stock.
	FLOREAM Bento Box Set ~ Pink & Blue Then: see two new deluxe bento boxes that come with everything you need to create the perfect Japanese boxed lunch experience, including two tiers, chopsticks, bento obi (belt) and cloth bag.
	Restocked Nikyoro Bento Boxes Then: we've gotten in more bento box creations from Prime Nakamura, including one of my favorites, the Bread Shaped 2-tier Bento Box, as well as the elegant Sakura Square Mini Bento Box (in both colors).
	KIRA-KIRA Long & Thick False Eyelashes Girls, here are some Japanese eyelashes that are very sparkly (kira kira in Japanese). Guaranteed to make you feel like an authentic Tokyo guraru.
	Cup Noodle Mug Cup One of our hands-down coolest items for enjoying coffee at work would be our Cup Noodle mug cup, which is a perfect replica of a cup of ramen, except that this is made of ceramic and will hold your coffee. Back in stock today.
	Ponyo Plush ~ Ponyo on the Cliff on the Sea Hayao Miyazaki's newest film is Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea, and it's a great film about a magical fish who wants to become a human girl so she can be with her friend Sosuke. Enjoy a new Ponyo cup, plush fresh stock of Ponyo plush toys for you.
	Hats from J-List The anime conventions are upon us -- are you ready? We've got tons of cool items for you to wear to your favorite con this year, from our felt Domo-kun and Totoro hats to our custom high school uniforms for guys and girls by Matsukameya of Nagoya. Browse now!
	Welcome to Pia Carrot!! A classic dating-sim game that spawned a popular anime and manga, this is the official doujinshi anthology from the series, and a great book to read.
	Tons of Japanese Pens We've got, um, some more awesome Japanese pens for you today, including the PILOT Hi-Tech-C Gel Ink Pen, Pentel Tradio w/ fountain pen style tip, Kanji Entry Pen for Elementary School and the Signo Erasable Pen in 8 hours. Also, cool "bumpy" Kado-Keshi erasers that are the best in the world.
	IROHA KARUTA ~ Japanese Card Game This is a traditional Japanese card game which teaches you kotowaza, or Japanese proverbs, in a competitive game two or more can play. Plus the cards are beautiful to look at.
	Nintendo DS Study Tools J-List readers know there are some great ways to learn Japanese using a standard Nintendo DS, and we've restocked several popular programs, including Perfect Kanji Kakitori Kun and the Kanji DS Dictionary. Also: Catchy Japanese Phrases vol. 1!
	Japan iTunes Cards If you like music from anime and video games, you should browse the iTunes Japan store and see what you can find, like great piano music from Kingdom Hearts, great original character songs from Haruhi Suzumiya, and Lucky Star, and more.
	Mugen Puchi Puchi We love the mugen (unlimited) series of products because they let you experience the joy of popping bubble wrap, peeling bananas, or opening cardboard box-tops again and again. See stock of all these great items on the site now.
	Yoshika Miyafuji ~ Strike Witches *Pre-Order* I do love the kawaii anime about World War II-esque magical girls called Strike Witches, and this is a new figure you'll want to preorder now. Comes with full display stand.
	Di:stage Figure Display Base Basic Set *Pre-Order* If you have cool figures to display, then you need this: the new Di:Stage figure display base allows you to do just about anything with your favorite toys, from displaying them in mid-air kicks to making figures that strike amazing and unique poses.
	Re-ment Food Mascot Full Set of 12 "Preorder" By customer request, here are more incredibly detailed Re-Ment food toys from Japan, which are fun to display on their own, or use them as props with other toys, from Barbie to Licca to Figma. Preorder the full set of sweet desserts now.
	Cosplay Fetish Academy Also: remember that the new dating-sim game from G-Collections that explores cosplay in an alternate dimension where girls wear the skimpiest of outfits. It's in duplication now, but you can still preorder it for free shipping when it's ready.