Monthly Archives: May 2007

UKI HASHI designed by Mikiya Kobayashi

Another cool product form Japanese producer h-concept. This is called UKI HASHI. “UKI” means “floating”, and “HASHI” means “chopsticks”. So this is a “floating chopsticks”. The following is the description: “Chopsticks that don’t need a shopstick rest. Because of its … Continue reading

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Akanbe, felt bag with a funny face

Japanese producer H-concept has released a new product named “Akanbe”. “Akanbe” is a Japanese facial expression that makes fun of others. You can spread it out and use it as a sheet as well. It can be used as a … Continue reading

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Standing Tissue Holder by Duende Design

“Standing Tissue Holder” was designed by Genta Design. The concept is that tissue papers should be reachable but should not take up too much space. By putting it vertically, it is as functional as a regular tissue paper holder but … Continue reading

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Bug Catcher

A bug catcher named “MUSCICAPA” was released in Japan. It looks like a nicely designed lamp, but actually this device can catch bugs. It will be useful especially at cafes and restaurants that attract lots of bugs during spring and … Continue reading

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Taskel – protect yourself

This could be a typical product from Japan, where people are very safety conscious. It is useful when you are joggin and biking at night as it shines in darkeness! It comes with a small bag and you can keep … Continue reading

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HOME SHREDDER conof. CS56D

Japanese company Silver Reed has released a new home shredder “conof. CS56D”. It is designed by a Japnese designer group “n.o.l.”. Simple and beautiful – something that reminds us of Naoto Fukasawa’s design. It cuts not only papers but also … Continue reading

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Paris chocolate

Internationally well-known Japnese Desingers Issey Miyake, Taku Sato, and Naoto Fukasawa organized a design project called “Chocolate” at 21_21 Design Sight in Tokyo. The idea came from Issey Miyake, who thought about a happy theme that makes everyone smile. 30 … Continue reading

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Balmuda Design

It looks like very Mac-conscious design, but it still looks nice and seems very functional. This LED lamp is produced by Balmuda Design in Osaka, Japan, and is available only in Japan at this moment, but they are planning to … Continue reading

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"Tokyo Design Premio" at Milano Furniture Fair

Here are the highlites from the design exhibition titled “Tokyo Design Premio” during Milano Furniture fair this year. The way they arranged the exhibition room was a bit messy but I guess that can be one of the characteristics of … Continue reading

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