Japan’s economical provider of weird products does it again, with a battery powered infinity mirror light. Who doesn’t need one of those?
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A glut of GIFs chronicle our reporter’s journey as he makes himself look weird in an effort to also make himself look handsome.
One is a collection of oddly useful household goods while the other is a cosmetic paradise.
Ever been so angry you just want to fling your crap at the floor? The 100 yen chain has something for you, and it comes with an inspiring message.
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Cheap joke item could lead to gruesome disfigurement thanks to terrifying packaging snafu.
You may think you don’t need such a frivolous item, but we’re here to tell you that you do.
The knife may be less than a buck, but it can hold an amazingly sharp edge if you’re willing to spring for a nice whetstone.
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