Gizmodo: rakuten

USB Card Shaver Disguises Your USB Shaving Shame

Elaine Chow — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 01:45:00 EST

This USB Card Shaver is the thinnest of its ilk that we've seen and, with a diameter of only 10mm, is perfect for the man-on-the-go trying to hide that he uses an USB shaver in the first place.

The product page explains that its great for business, traveling and as a holiday present for your loved ones. One charge will last you 12 hours of shaving. If you didn't bring your computer, just use the included USB to AC Adapter. Yours for roughly $32. [Rakuten]

The Tuned Bear iPod Speaker is Romantic in a Nerdy Sort of Way

Sean Fallon — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:40:00 EST

It may seem a little strange, but gifting teddy bears to adults is still a time honored tradition. If cute and cuddly isn't your style, a somewhat less emasculating option can be found with this Tuned Bear iPod speaker. The bear can be turned on and off by pressing on his ear and the volume can be adjusted by squeezing the appropriate paw. It's far more functional than your average bear but, alas, it is only available in Japan at the moment. On the other hand, mini vinyl Headphonies might even be a better option—and those are slated to be released at the end of the month. [Rakuten via Technabob]

Honey, I Shrunk the Air Hockey Table

Charlie White — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:49:57 EDT

You'd better hope your fingers are small if you want to play these positively minuscule table games from Japan. They're shrunken down to palm size, letting you play hockey, Foosball or air hockey wherever you go. There are even fold-away legs to make them easier to carry around. Check out the air hockey game, where you turn on a switch and a battery-operated fan keeps that tiny puck slightly elevated over the table's surface, just like the real thing. Each air hockey, hockey and Foosball mini-table game is $12.85. [Rakuten, via Like Cool]

Alien UFO Detector Strap: Dating Necessity

Mark Wilson — Sun, 11 Mar 2007 17:22:22 EDT

Scenario: You meet Jim. He is sweet, kind and most importantly, easy to talk to. It's as if you've known him your whole life. And hugging him, no matter where you may be, feels like home.

Of course he's an alien (or possibly a robot). But what you probably didn't realize is that YOU are an alien, too. Now if you'd picked up an $18.95 Alien UFO Detector Strap earlier, you wouldn't have dumped the one life form in the entire galaxy with whom your sexual organs are compatible. – Mark Wilson

Product Page [via redferret]

Rakuten Ultraviolet Toothbrush Cleaner

Gizloco — Mon, 18 Dec 2006 09:40:43 EST

Rakuten's latest gadget sterilizes your toothbrush in four minutes, preventing the buildup of bacteria and other nasty elements. When the toothbrush is inserted and the lid is shut, an ultraviolet lamp heats up and within four minutes, your brush is as clean as the day you bought it. Pretty handy, especially when you consider how often the average person really cleans their toothbrush.

This little UV wonder is only $45, but only available in Japan. At least it beats a trip to the dentist and having your teeth cleaned with a power saw. – Nicholas Deleon

Rakuten Japan UV Toothbrush Sterilizer [Fareastgizmos.com]