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2015.01.22

Unique Warm Goods Created in Japan!

Japanese winters bring beautiful blue skies and enchanting snowscapes,but the coldness and dryness is a bit of a worry.So that you can enjoy the winter cold of Japan,here are some convenient items that also make great gifts!

Reusable Eco-Friendly Heated Pillows

Eco-Friendly Heated Pillows

You can either fill these heated pillows with hot water or heat them in the microwave for use time and time again. There are plenty of cute designs, so have fun finding your favorite.

Pocket Warmers

Pocket Warmers

and mignon "Pocket Warmers"
These contain a gel pack and are heated in the microwave. Not only are they cute, but they're also light and easy to carry. You can even fill them with disposable kairo warmers.
[Available at] Tokyu Hands, Loft, etc.

Pocket Warmers

Pocket warmers that are heated in the microwave can either be filled with a gel pack or with beads. How long the bags will stay warm for depends on the product, but just by heating them for 1-2 minutes you can become warm and snug.

Mini Hot Water bottles

Mini Hot Water bottles

Honyarato "Mini Hot Water bottles"
These mini hot water bottles hold 600 ml of hot water and are the perfect size for a blast of warmth in the office or living room. These cute and fluffy characters will help you relax.
[Available at] Tokyu Hands etc.

Snug Eco-Friendly Kairo Pocket Warmers

Snug Eco-Friendly Kairo Pocket Warmers

Sun Family "Snug Eco-Friendly Kairo Pocket Warmers"
This type has been popular recently. Just by pressing and bending the metal strip on the inside it'll warm up. It's eco-friendly and can be used over and over again. Simply warm it for 5-10 minutes in hot water after use until the contents become liquid again. There are lots of cute designs so have fun choosing your favorite.
[Available at] Tokyu Hands, Loft, etc.

CRAFTHOLIC

CRAFTHOLIC

CRAFTHOLIC "Dakimakura" (Body Pillow)
A fluffy body pillow for sleepy time. Made from warm 100% polyester, it traps your body heat, of which you'll be transmitting a lot of while you gush at the cute design!
[Available at] "aCCENT STYLe", Harajuku and Jiyugaoka branches

Do you know "Kairo" hand warmers?

Kairo

Kairo hand warmers were invented in Japan and release heat through the oxidization of iron. They take a few minutes to warm after they're exposed to the air. An indispensable winter must-have for Japanese people, they are mainly disposable but there are also sticky and non-sticky types. There are also types that you can lay in the soles of your shoes among many others! The low price is also very attractive!

Kairo

Though there are non-sticky types, kairo are mainly designed to be stuck on your lower back or stomach. There are even some that give off their own scents nowadays. When it's winter, you can find kairo at drugstores, convenience stores, and supermarkets among other places, so please keep an eye out for them.

Kairo

Kiribai "Harukaoru Kairo" (Stick & Sniff Hand Warmers) (6 pack)
[Available at] Drugstores etc.

Your strongest sidekick in the battle against cold patches

cold patches

These goods are made for warming particular areas of the body such as the neck, eyes, or shoulders. They also have health benefits such as improving circulation and releasing muscle tension. Here you'll be introduced to a few variations.

BRUNO

BRUNO "Ceramic Warmer Animal Eye Pillows"
These are reusable body warmers for the eyes that can be heated up in the microwave. Enjoy a feeling that's like having a steamed towel on your eyes.
[Available at] Tokyu Hands, Loft

BRUNO

BRUNO "Ceramic Warmer Animal Neck Pillows"
This reusable neck warmer can be warmed in the microwave and gradually heats the base of the neck. There are 3 cute animals to choose from, including a cat, crocodile, and fox!
[Available at] Tokyu Hands, Loft

Steamed Hot Eye Mask

Kao "Steamed Hot Eye Mask"
A big hit among working women, the approx.40℃ steam will gradually warm your eye area and take the stress of the day away
[Available at] Drugstores etc.

PC Hand Warmer

For PC work "PC Hand Warmer"
These warm and fluffy fingerless gloves are great for keeping your hands warm while studying or using the PC. Made from sheepskin, these mittens are also wonderfully light.
[Available at] Tokyu Hands, Loft, etc.

Waist Belt Body Warmers

Sun-S "Doraemon & Dorami Haramaki" (Waist Belt Body Warmers)
Wrap this around your waist and stomach to become Doraemon or Dorami! There's also a handy pocket to insert Kairo pocket warmers!
[Available at] Don Quixote etc.

Warm up chilly feet!

Slim Leg Warmers

Tatsuno Cork "Slim Leg Warmers"
Foam beads which insulate and retain heat will shut out the cold to your feet and trap your body heat. Connect another item to them and you have something to hang over your knees.
[Available at] Tokyu Hands (depending on store)

Hot Water Bottle for Feet

CLO'Z "Hot Water Bottle for Feet"
This is a wetsuit material-covered hot water bottle that you can walk in. By pouring in hot water you'll get warmed right to the soles of your feet, great for when they're a little chilly.
[Available at] Tokyu Hands, Loft Shibuya, etc.

Heating & moisturizing goods that double as mobile batteries

Heating & moisturizing goods

Not only are these items good as thermal and moisturizing goods, they're also good for docking. That's right, should your iPhone or smartphone be low on battery you can plug it into these nifty contraptions.

Heating & moisturizing goods

Heating & moisturizing goods

Thanko "Portable Mobile Battery with Handy Mist"
Fill this mobile battery with water or toner and give yourself a quick refreshing spray if you feel dried out. Since this mobile battery will also charge your phone, pop it in your bag before you go out for extra peace of mind.
[Available at] Yodobashi Camera, Tokyu Hands, etc.

USB Warm Power Bank

USB Warm Power Bank

Thanko "USB Warm Power Bank"
On top of its function as a kairo pocket warmer, this power bank can also provide an iPhone or smartphone with almost 1 full charge. With an LED light function too, this 1 device can take care of 3 tasks at once.
[Available at] Yodobashi Camera, Tokyu Hands, etc.

A cute way to get heat and moisture to your face and throat! Patterned masks!

Patterned mask

With lots of cute designs,these masks will not only protect against hayfever and colds,but also have a warming effect and prevent the skin drying out. Great for gifts!

Patterned mask

Patterned mask

gonoturn "Patterned Mask"
This is a cute mask brand that's even popular for people taking selfies.Beginning with the world-recognized Hello Kitty,many other characters have also been immortalized in these masks! Use these to turn into any popular character in seconds!
[Available at] Shibuya 109,LUMINE EST. Shinjuku, etc.
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Original Japanese-Style Patterned Mask

Original Japanese-Style Patterned Mask

Kyoto Kurochiku "Original Japanese-Style Patterned Mask"
This gauze mask has a beautiful Japanese-style pattern. Not only is it stylish,but also has 3D sewing, is antibacterial,and odor resistant.Washable.
[Available at] Shinjuku Takashimaya,Asakusa Station EKIMISE,etc.

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