Japanese ExoskeletonsDepressed of being harassed at school? Having money taken from you? Being dragged around on the courtyard with your face in the gravel? Constantly being beaten up? Being told "If I was to hit you in the head with this metal bat, you would die and I w...
Lumix GF1 ReviewReview of the recently released Lumix GF1. Was only teasing about the Olympus EP-1 ^^;
While the EP1 was enticing, I've been berry pleased with the Lumix LX3 so the natural choice in my eyes was to go for the GF1.
Google Android Giveaway"Omatase" [お待たせ] is what one says when they have kept somebody waiting. In this case I've kept you waiting since I asked you in the previous Android Japan post whether you would like to have some of these Andorid Mascots.
Japan Womens ToiletFor some reason or another, some ladies in Japan are rather shy when it comes to jettisoning human waste.
For this reason, bathroom appliance maker TOTO invented the Otohime [音姫] which literally means "princess of sound." Otohime is a device that...
Japanese Phone StrapsThis mobile belongs to my new employee Asanon and has the most straps I've ever seen attached to a single device. Maybe fit enough for the Guinness book of records? All Japanese mobiles have a hole which enables a strap to be attached and many folks...
Earthquake SimulationHave you experienced an earthquake firsthand? If not and have 10,000,000 yen (106,854 USD) to spare then you may be interested in this earthquake simulation chair by Hakusan. The chair can simulate varying magnitudes of earthquake and can be synced w...
Snow Leopard JapanPhoto taken yesterday at the Sapporo Bic Camera.
The next Mac OSX OS Snow Leopard is out and looks like it will be the first time I make a complete fresh installation instead of just transferring my home folder again. My home folder has been the sam...
Olympus PenPlaying around with AkibaHobby-sans Olympus Pen last week at the TFS.
This camera is incredible! The lens is just awesome. Recommended for folks who cant be bothered to lug around an SLR but want something a bit more compact with SLR quality.
So...
Tokyo Roller BladesDuring my last trip to the UK, I brought my roller blades back with me. Had these for probably about 15 years. Convenient to get around when going to a quick bite to eat.
Customized the back by sticking some of those piston thingies that you find...
Vertical Apple Cinema DisplayFrom looking at one of the rooms for Otacool (cant remember which one), I thought I'd see what it would be like to have the Apple Cinema Display in an upright vertical position.
Gave it about 5 mins before deciding "no" ^^; Would probably be nice...
MacBook Pro 17"Fate rarely calls upon us at a moment of our choosing - Optimus Prime.
The MacBook Pro 15" decided to die today - the graphics board *and* hard drive kicked the bucket. Decided it was time to upgrade - this time to a 17" unibody MacBook Pro. Cost wa...
Firefox 3.5Looks like I'm in a video shown to all users who upgrade their version of Firefox to 3.5. Download from mozilla.
You have chosen wisely^^;
Thanks to Gen Kanai and the great folks at Mozilla for making this happen.
Am having a few problems with m...
Masayoshi SonTaken this Thursday at the official Softbank iPhone 3GS launch event just past midnight.
On the left of the photo is Masayoshi Son - CEO of Softbank. On the right is tech journalist and consultant Nobi Hayashi. The chap in the middle is some git wh...
D5000Been sustaining heavy injuries to my thighs of late as more samples land out of nowhere in my lap ^^;
The latest gadget to appear is the Nikon D5000. Today's review includes sample photos and comparison pics with the Canon Kiss 2. Today's model is...
iPhone 3G SFresh from the WWDC 2009.
iPhone 3G S - instant get for me. Have been waiting for a 32GB version and now its here. Due out on either the 19th or 26th June in Japan - I hear conflicting news.
I'm working with a small team to bring you a few dannycho...
Sony WebbieBeen wanting a HD video camera for a while so luckily one landed in my lap - thanks to American Otaku Matt who works at Sony for this delicious Webbie MHS-CM1 ^o^
Japanese Toilet EtiquetteAre you fed up of mopping the floor and wiping the walls after you take a pee?
Are you fed up of your dolphin hitting the side of the toilet when you sit down to pee?
If the answer is "holy yes!" then you need to kneel down to pee!
There is good...
Homestar PlanetariumHave you been to a planetarium before and want to go more often but are afraid of turning into a pig from breathing in germs from the swines sitting around you? Well be afraid no more thanks to the Homestar Extra Planetarium by Sega. Now you can enjo...
Roppongi TrooperOn the way home form Pecha Kucha night, wanted to test out the new HD camera so stopped by Roppongi Hills to shoot this quick vid.
The camera is the Sony Webbie MHS-CM1 HD Camcorder which is a SAHDC! (Suddenly Acquired HD Cam) from my good comrade...
Slim Mouth PieceIs you being a man?
Is you being in need of beauty help?
If the answer is "holy yes!" then you need this Slim Mouth Piece device available in pharmacies across Japan.
Once you stick this in your mouth, the spring inside will force your mouth open...
TerrafugiaJalopnik has more pics of a roadworthy flyable car that recently made its first flight.
The Terrafugia will cost 194,000 USD and you can reserve yours now for only 10,000 USD.
The two-seat aircraft is able to fly 450 miles at over 115 MPH and is de...
Tenga EggGood morning rise n shine! Is your dolphin rising n shining? No? Well maybe its because he's in need of some nourishment? If thats the case, why not get him one of these dolphin snacks cunningly disguised as eggs.
HRP-4CSaw a load of news over the Internets about this newly developed catwalk fashion model robot but didn't see any videos until today. I was expecting something completely different after reading about its "lifelike movements." Personally would rather h...
Mac Life 4Its been about 9 months since the Mac Life 3 article and I've been stocking up on Mac bits n pieces for today.
The first photo is the latest office layout - taken after Tokyo CGM Night Episode 3 in Harajuku.
Mirai Desktop BuddyFor those who may feel a bit ronery while computing - Mirai-chan will keep Windows users company. Mac folks will have to stay ronery for a bit more longer until the figma and dakimakura are made.
Great work by SG on these icons.
Original text f...
iPod Small TalkThe new iPod Shuffle details are up at Apple - this time they've gone and removed all the controls. Would fit nicely in my Stormtrooper helmet ^^;
Original text from tintin-san below.Apple introduces NEW 4GB iPod Shuffle in Black and Silver!
Appl...
Samurai Sword UmbrellaIf walking in the rain doesn't excite you anymore then maybe invigorate the wet n wild experience by using one of these samurai sword brolleys.
Available from Think Geek for 29 USD. Think Geek also have a Light Saber type brolley too.
Speaking...
