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July 14th, 2008

Japanese Barley Tea - Mugi Cha - 40 pcs cold & hot water type


Japanese Barley Tea - Mugi Cha - 40 pcs cold & hot water type

Ahhh mugi cha! If you've ever go to Japan in the summertime, and like tea, odds are you will be drinking mugi cha (barley tea) at some point or another during the fierce summer blaze. Known as a typically seasonal drink in Japan, mugi is like the lemonade of the cultural folk-mind of Japan. It's got a light and easy-to-drink flavor that quenches you deeply when your "throat got dry" (as they say in Japanese). Really easy to make -- just pop one of the packets into a pitcher of cold water and it...

2008 07 14

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Beherit “Eclipse” Necklace 2008 ver. ~ Berserk *Preorder*


Beherit "Eclipse" Necklace 2008 ver. ~ Berserk *Preorder*

Beserk is a dark fantasy manga created by Kentaro Miura about an orphaned mercenary warrior. The manga is translated and produced by Dark Horse comics and is known for it's violent themes in an uncivilized time. Here's a great item that fans of the series would enjoy, the Beherit pendant made famous from the manga as created by ART of War Manufacturing. It features a rich red, non textured surface with a haunting feel of the famed jewel that almost breathes a life of it's own. Made of...

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DX SAKURA JUBAKO Bento Box ~ Pink


DX SAKURA JUBAKO Bento Box ~ Pink

The Japanese are good at creating things of beauty out of everyday objects, something which you can see in this new line of Sakura-themed bento boxes. Made in the "jubako" or "stacking box" style, this bento box contains two large compartments, one for holding your rice, and the other for your "okazu," that is, whatever you're eating along with your rice. The lower compartments come with sealing tupperware-style lids that can be used separately, too. A great bento box offering from J-List! The...

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DX SAKURA JUBAKO Bento Box ~ Pink


DX SAKURA JUBAKO Bento Box ~ Pink

The Japanese are good at creating things of beauty out of everyday objects, something which you can see in this new line of Sakura-themed bento boxes. Made in the "jubako" or "stacking box" style, this bento box contains two large compartments, one for holding your rice, and the other for your "okazu," that is, whatever you're eating along with your rice. The lower compartments come with sealing tupperware-style lids that can be used separately, too. A great bento box offering from J-List! The...

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niKyoro ~ Black Round 2 tier Bento Box with Bowl & Chopsticks w/case


niKyoro ~ Black Round 2 tier Bento Box with Bowl & Chopsticks w/case

Nikyoro is the newest character on the bento cute item scene from the Prime Nakamura company in Japan, and is developing somewhat of a cult following with a variety of Nikyoro items becoming available that have his or her (?) cute eyes and nose peeping out from within the colored plastic. This useful bento set is complete with round 'bento box' and chopsticks with a hinged case. The bento box contains a removable middle section for keeping rice dry, with a sealable lid. The bottom and top can...

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Nikyoro ~ Black Bean Shaped 2 tier Bento Box


Nikyoro ~ Black Bean Shaped 2 tier Bento Box

"Nikyoro" is a bento item character by the Prime Nakamura company in Japan, that is developing somewhat of a cult following. This Nikyoro bean shaped bento box is great for porting your lunch in clean functional style. This bento has a funky shape that looks cool and happily stands out from other square shaped bento boxes. It's got two tiers with a sealing section on the top tier so you can keep saucy bits from mixing with your rice. Comes with an elastic band for keeping it together while it...

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Pink Goth Style Cat Bento Box Set ~ 2-tier Bento Box & Chopsticks


Pink Goth Style Cat Bento Box Set ~ 2-tier Bento Box & Chopsticks

Here's a really cute bento box set for fan's of Japanese cute and ''goth-loli'' culture, with a French twist. Has a modern gothic design with two cute cats and some lacy illustrations, looking like it would fit right in with the goth-lolis crowd in Harajuku or Yoyogi Park in Tokyo. Has two tiers with a removable plastic top section that has a sealing top on it. Comes with an elastic strap for keeping it closed while it rolls around in your bag or car. This is a set that includes matching...

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Black Cat Paws 2-tier Bento Box


Black Cat Paws 2-tier Bento Box

A wonderfully cute and uniquely fun 2-tier bento box (in a cat shape) and chopsticks set that you can even use in the microwave (with the cover off). Tons of fun with your meals that always comes with a smile with this adorable cat Nikyoro mascot decoration. The box measures 10 cm (4")in diameter and 7 cm (3") deep and comes with a red elastic band to keep the lunch box secured together. The 2 tiers are used to separate the main dish from the rice and is perfect for light eaters. Made by the...

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Nikyoro ~ Red Bean Shaped 2 tier Bento Box


Nikyoro ~ Red Bean Shaped 2 tier Bento Box

This extra special bento box is a one of a kind Japanese style lunch box molded into an adorable smiling red bean (a very common ingredient in many traditional Japanese treats). This is a 2 tier version which splits your rice from our okazu (main dish) and stays secure via an elastic strap. Super cute and fun, this box is for light eaters, or snacks, as it measures 12x9x7 cm (4x9x7 inches). Great for all bento lovers. Made in Japan. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)

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niKyoro ~ Black Round 2 tier Bento Box with Bowl & Chopsticks w/case


niKyoro ~ Black Round 2 tier Bento Box with Bowl & Chopsticks w/case

Nikyoro is the newest character on the bento cute item scene from the Prime Nakamura company in Japan, and is developing somewhat of a cult following with a variety of Nikyoro items becoming available that have his or her (?) cute eyes and nose peeping out from within the colored plastic. This useful bento set is complete with round 'bento box' and chopsticks with a hinged case. The bento box contains a removable middle section for keeping rice dry, with a sealable lid. The bottom and top can...

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