Here’s the new iDog from Sega Toys and our sponsor JList. This a cute little robotic dog is an iPod compatible pet that reacts and dances to your music via a small port in its hind leg. Just plug in a 3.5mm stereo mini plug into the iDog and your music source (double sided cable) and you can start interacting with your new robot pet. The iDog plays your music from a built-in speaker in its back and reacts to different music differently, changes its mood (shows by different illuminations and dance patterns), and will even make its own music! You can affect iDog’s moods and musical tones my touching it, “a lot,” which is the recommended dose of affection from the toy scientists at Sega.
Buy it now from JLIST for only $38.00 in either the “Lovely Version” (pink) and “Happy Version” (blue).
Not in the same league as the charming iDog, is a suitable successor Sony’s sadly sacked Aibo that’s now out of production.
BJ the Linux powered robotic dog Newlaunches.com
IXS Japan has announced a 4-legged walking robot which is developed in co-operation with Kondo Science. Named ‘BJ’ it i.s almost the same size as the Sony Aibo…180×350×312mm and weighs 2.5kg it will be available by 2007 fall worldwide for 600,000 Yen ($4,850) a bit too expensive than the [now-cancelled] Aibo.…more...
Besides “BJ and the Bear“, the craptacular 70s TV sit-com, “BJ” has on one meaning to me as defined in the UrbanDictionary: BJ —”an abbreviation of blow job or blowjob.”
At $4,850 for a robot ‘BJ’ , the JLIST iDog for $38.00 is a much better value for fun.
Of course the best part of either the robot ‘BJ’ and the iDog is: “It’s NOT a Sony®.”
Meiji Curl Stick — Smorky Cheese
Meiji’s superdelicious puffed corn snack Curl is a standard favorite of everyone here at J-List, and snack that you can see people eating all around Japan….This delicious flavor is the outrageously good Smoked Cheese version!
As you can read towards the end of the text that smorky is actually smoky, but this begs the issue of why there are so many “No Smorking” signs in Japan even though Japanese write it in Katakana “No Smokingu” without any “r” .
The rest-of-the-story is that “No Smorking” is an extremely common typo on Japanese signage as you can see in this Google Image Search.
The linguist Ben Finney explains the cause of smorking in the archives of sci.lang.japan as: over-generalisation… A Japanese will learn that “long
a” at the end of a Katakana word is probably “er” in English; and a
“long o” in the middle of a word is probably “or”; and a few dozen
other “rules” based on an over-generalized idea of consistency in
English orthography.
Saaaa, gee after 20 years here in Japan, I still learn something new everyday. :-)
Ok, I’m warning you that this “Japanese Fear Factor 2” is not safe work or your ears. Turn your computer’s volume way down. Then the enjoy the slapstick of a screaming Japanese girl as she is covered in cockroaches and then creepy-crawlies poured into her nether regions. This video almost could be salacious but its too damn funny.
In case you need more crazy k1nkiness with Japanese lovelies, check out our sponsor JList’s BOnd/\ge Fairies ~ Zannin Shimai, which is a true classic of manga in Japan. First published in 1990, Kondom’s story about two beautiful fairies who face some of the h0 rniest creatures in the forest, while trying to save themselves and the forest at the expense of having to use their bodies occasionally to do it. Now is your chance to own the complete B-Fairies in its original Japanese form in this single volume from World Comics Max. All the stories are republished here with no censorship whatsoever, with new afterword by Kondom to explain the enduring success of his creation. Join the naive Pfil and the mature Pamila as they tangle with some of the most realistic looking insects seen in Japanese comics for insect sex and much more. A thick volume — this is 340 pages, with four pages of full color work. A great way to experience a milestone in Japanese comics. Order now from JList.com!
Here’s a great new game from the 3Yen’s sponsor JLIST.com.
Leave to a Japanese game company to work in a terrible many-tentacled enemy into an interactive bishoujo/babe video game.
What is funnier is this game has been translated into English for the Wapanese wanker market. I guess this is the closest many gamers living in their mom’s basement because will get to sexy Japanese girls or combat.
This game, Pretty Soldier Wars A.D. 2048, lets the player lead a troop of female “Biosoldiers”in a Final Fantasy Tactics-style game play while also playing dating-sim stories between the battles. Pretty Soldier Wars A.D. 2048 is a battle simulation adventure game for adults that puts you in the command seat of humankind’s last effort to preserve its existence on post-apocalyptic Earth. Combining intense turn-based tactical unit combat with interludes of mission planning and social interaction (dating) with your squad members, Pretty Soldier Wars presents a unique gaming experience you won’t want to miss.
The Hello Kitty Vibrator is the stuff of legend in Japan…except it’s very real.
As the Wiki Uncyclopedia.org/explains: The Hello Kitty Vibrator [ハローキティ バイブレータ" Haroo Kiti Baibureeta) also known as Happy-makes my daughter-spin-toys in Japan are often used by Japanese schoolgirls during the long periods of time (up to 10 minutes) when they are not engaged in sexual activity with tentacle monsters or each other. [hee, hee]
It has almost five years have passed since we last saw mythical Hello Kitty Vibrator, a vibrating pink toy great for massaging away the day’s stress. Now our sponsor, J-List is happy to announce the glorious return of the official Hello Kitty Massager in its crazy new form and in six colors. This new Sanrio product features Japan’s most famous feline cross-dressed as a horse “kigurumi” (full head and body costume), with a cute oversized head, a petite body and 7 small rounded studs…
Need I say more? You just gotta get it NOW!
International Cosplay Summit –Anime fans mass in Japan for cosplay fest– Reuters, Wed Aug 1, 2007, TOKYO – Women in breastplates, men with swords, and blond vampires paced the staid halls of Japan’s Foreign Ministry on Wednesday….gathering for an international Cosplay Summit, part of Tokyo’s efforts to raise its world profile and promote a “Cool Japan”…
Oh noooo! This weekend is the World Cosplay Summit and I haven’t a thing to wear.
Wait, wait. I don’t need anything. I can wear a fundoshi [ふんどし], a traditional Japanese loincloth from JLIST, our sponsor. :-)
Now there’s a very traditional cosplay costume that’s sure to get attention.
The fundoshi/loincloth, has a special place in Japan’s history and traditions, and even today is still used worn during festivals. I heard that’s it’s considered sexy when worn by women, hee, hee.
To put onfundoshi, drape the cloth part behind your back, so that it falls between your legs, and pull the straps around you and tie in the front. Pull the cloth between your legs from behind to the front and pull over the tie and let it all hang out.
Last week it was ‘Gips’ love—medical cosplay with bondage overtones.
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The new trendy term today is Kegadol from Kega (怪我)–injury and Idol (アイドルaidoru)–a heavily promoted and merchandised female entertainer.
The ‘Kegadol’ trend stems largely from the character Rei Ayanami in Neon Genesis Evangelion, who is injured several times during the series and she then appears with a bandaged eye and other body parts. Eye-patches have become a staple in anime culture as well, with eyepatch wearing characters appearing in such anime as Neon Genesis Evangelion, Battle Vixens, Lone Wolf and Cub, Fullmetal Alchemist, Bleach, D.Gray Man and others, where an eyepatch adds something “mysterious” and distinctive to the character. An eyepatch has even showed up in Tarantino’s film Kill Bill.
Almost everyone in Japan has had an eye infection or disease at some point and for that reason eyepatches are a common sight. Our sponsor, JLIST, offers this real Japanese eyepatch that’s easy on the eyes, fully adjustable and comes with two pads. The Eye Patch — String Type is a great way to enjoy cosplay. Just adjust and fit the straps around your ears, with breathing holes to let air get through and gauze to stop dust and airborne particles from getting inside.
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My friend “Mulboyne” writes:
Wani Books has just released a new book of “Kegadol” – idols sporting bandaged arms and eyes. This appears to be a cross between the meganekko (girls with glasses) and mask fetish shots that are already widely available. Bandages are a popular part of some goth loli outfits… Wani Books say their collection puts a “moe” spin on this trend.
Hello, Kitschy —How Internet jokes helped a Japanese ad mascot make it to American malls— New York Times, July 22, 2007….the cable channel Nicktoons Network will begin showing a series of two-minute stop-motion animation shorts featuring a brown, squarish creature with arms and legs and a mouth permanently thrown wide open to reveal sharp white teeth…whose name is Domo-kun…more...
Domo-kun is the biggest seller of the 3Yen’s sponsor, JList.com. Domo-kun is the official mascot of Japan’s public broadcaster, NHK, and their brilliantly named “BS” networks (broadcast satellite), hee, hee.
You can buy Domo-kun, the lovable monster who bows to you and says “Domo” (which means “thank you”). You really need this great item from Japan, a small stuffed plush of Domo-kun that is 8 inches tall and 10 inches wide (the span of his arms). Great for all lovers of terminally cute culture from Japan! Buy it now!
The terminally hip can watch all 10 Episodes of Domo-kun now on YouTube.
Japan mulling tax on Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, other devices SmallNetBuilder – Tim Higgins – July 12, 2007—On July 5, a workshop was held by Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) to consider imposing a “Radio Utilization Fee.” The fee would apply to radio devices that operate in license-free spectrum, which includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and UWB technologies....more.…
Hmmm, let me see. I’ve got three bluetooth cellphones, two wifi routers, two iPod transmitters, a wireless printer, WiFi-enabled camera, a couple of RFID credit cards, an RF highway toll card, three RF car keys, and buddha-knows how many damn remote controls. Now the Japan wants to tax and license them. Sheesh.
I’d love to see how the bureaucrats want to “handle” the licensing of our sponsor, J-List, wireless products like the WX10 – Wireless Remote Control Vibrator.
Actually, I think the bureaucrats cooking up this new licensing law ought to required to take products like the new stealthy remote vibrator, the WX10 test them on each other to “evaluate” the Utilization Fee needed for making them quiver with delight with its 10-mode vibrating pattern options. What with its a cool controller that looks like it could even be attached it to a keychain (”What? Oh, that’s just my car alarm”), I bet the government would come up with a way to make this is one sneaky hummer that will surely inspire a smile or two while squeezing more taxes out the Japanese public. BUY IT NOW BEFORE THEY TAX IT!
The WX10 – Wireless Remote Control Vibrator is made with a cool-looking matte black rubber with a remote that runs on one CN23A 12volt battery (a little smaller than a AAA) and the vibe shaft takes 2 AAAs. For those of you who have watched Japanese AV, will undoubtedly recognize this specialized tool of the trade, a remote control vibrator, which you can activate it from across the room—Consider the possibilities for fun!
J-List also carries the WR-V Egg Remote Control. This silver egg shaped rotor measures a 2 cm (0.8 inches) in girth and 6 cm ( 2.5 inches) in length and has a loop attachment to allow easy removal. The remote control is 2.75″ long (7 cm) and has an easy on and off switch so you can buzz the egg sight unseen. It comes with small batteries (included) and a bottle of sex lotion. The egg is “for amusement only” — makes a great joke gift for your lover! Order the best straight from Japan from J-List—You’ve got a friend in Japan!
Without a doubt, Japan has some of the world’s best products…. sometimes in the strangest ways.
For example, the most perfect pencil eraser on the planet is from the Sakura company, the Deluxe Foam Eraser W. It’s the perfect eraser in every way— fits as easily in your hand as it does in your pencil case, erases with ease (no need to press hard), doesn’t become dirty fast, and eases cleanly (the leavings are easy to clean up). You’ll be amazed.
Mo’ amazing is Japan’s “kneading erasers” in desert and food flavors such as this CURRY-Scented Neri-Keshi / Kneading Eraser!
For all you Eraserheads out there, here’s a treat that you wish you could eat, but can’t, so don’t. This delicious-smelling eraser comes in a parody style package and looks, and smells (but does not taste!) like real curry. Maybe even more fun once you take it out of the box, so you can imagine that it’s just a simple eraser and then — WOW! — the whiff of curry is upon you. For those of you who sometimes find yourself sniffing even normal erasers, this is your dream eraser. A kneading eraser that can be smooshed and mooshed into different shapes and sizes. Do. Not. Eat. It.
BJ the Linux powered robotic dog
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The Eye Patch — String Type
Domo-kun 
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