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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
Leanne\u2019s Anime -<\/span> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. As a huge fan of The Beatles, this has been a labor of love for Bill, twenty years in the making.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be publishing The Beatles: Yellow Submarine for the 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary of this fantastic movie,\u201d said Chris Teather, Publishing Director at Titan Comics. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait for Beatles fans to experience this official adaptation.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine Official illustrated adaptation from Titan is due to hit stores in 2018.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u00a0ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR\u00a0<\/strong>CAN I HAVE A LITTLE MORE?!\u00a0<\/strong>TITAN MERCHANDISE ANNOUNCES\u00a0<\/strong>THEIR THIRD WAVE OF YELLOW\u00a0<\/strong>SUBMARINE TITANS!<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan Merchandise <\/strong>is proud to sail the ship, chop the tree and announce their third wave of releases in their deal with Apple Corps Ltd <\/strong>to produce an ongoing range of their award-winning TITANS<\/strong> vinyl collectibles, based upon The Beatles\u2019 <\/strong>ultra-psychedelic cartoon classic, Yellow Submarine.<\/strong> The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHot on the heels of their just-released Sgt Pepper 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary 4.5\u201d window-boxed TITANS set (featuring the Fab Four in their animated Lonely Hearts Club Band uniforms alongside the iconic Sgt Pepper drum), they\u2019re releasing a second 3\u201d blind-box wave, The \u201cAll Together Now\u201d Collection, sailing out of Titan HQ in July 2017!<\/span>\r\n\r\nFeaturing the Fab Four in both glorious black & white and as their older selves (you know, when they are 64)! Plus some more crazy Blue Meanies and their wild partners in badness - the Apple Bonker, the Snapping Turtle Turk & the fearsome Four-Headed Bulldog \u2013 alongside some funky new Yellow Submarine variants!<\/span>\r\n\r\nEach TITAN is 3\u201d blind-boxed and there are 2 hidden chase figures in every 18-figure PDQ (or counter display case, if you're from Merrie Olde England) for Beatlemaniacs to hunt and collect!<\/span>\r\n\r\nAndrew Sumner, EVP of Titan Merchandise, said: \u201cWe\u2019ve been blown away by the response to our Yellow Submarine TITANS and the incredible support we\u2019ve had from both Apple Corps and Beatles fans all over the world. Our third wave of Yellow Submarine TITANS items is a big thank you for all that support\u00a0 \u2013 with love from us to them. 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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
Leanne\u2019s Anime -<\/span> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. 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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. As a huge fan of The Beatles, this has been a labor of love for Bill, twenty years in the making.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be publishing The Beatles: Yellow Submarine for the 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary of this fantastic movie,\u201d said Chris Teather, Publishing Director at Titan Comics. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait for Beatles fans to experience this official adaptation.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine Official illustrated adaptation from Titan is due to hit stores in 2018.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u00a0ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR\u00a0<\/strong>CAN I HAVE A LITTLE MORE?!\u00a0<\/strong>TITAN MERCHANDISE ANNOUNCES\u00a0<\/strong>THEIR THIRD WAVE OF YELLOW\u00a0<\/strong>SUBMARINE TITANS!<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan Merchandise <\/strong>is proud to sail the ship, chop the tree and announce their third wave of releases in their deal with Apple Corps Ltd <\/strong>to produce an ongoing range of their award-winning TITANS<\/strong> vinyl collectibles, based upon The Beatles\u2019 <\/strong>ultra-psychedelic cartoon classic, Yellow Submarine.<\/strong> The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHot on the heels of their just-released Sgt Pepper 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary 4.5\u201d window-boxed TITANS set (featuring the Fab Four in their animated Lonely Hearts Club Band uniforms alongside the iconic Sgt Pepper drum), they\u2019re releasing a second 3\u201d blind-box wave, The \u201cAll Together Now\u201d Collection, sailing out of Titan HQ in July 2017!<\/span>\r\n\r\nFeaturing the Fab Four in both glorious black & white and as their older selves (you know, when they are 64)! 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Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
Leanne\u2019s Anime -<\/span> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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As a huge fan of The Beatles, this has been a labor of love for Bill, twenty years in the making.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be publishing The Beatles: Yellow Submarine for the 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary of this fantastic movie,\u201d said Chris Teather, Publishing Director at Titan Comics. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait for Beatles fans to experience this official adaptation.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine Official illustrated adaptation from Titan is due to hit stores in 2018.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u00a0ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR\u00a0<\/strong>CAN I HAVE A LITTLE MORE?!\u00a0<\/strong>TITAN MERCHANDISE ANNOUNCES\u00a0<\/strong>THEIR THIRD WAVE OF YELLOW\u00a0<\/strong>SUBMARINE TITANS!<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan Merchandise <\/strong>is proud to sail the ship, chop the tree and announce their third wave of releases in their deal with Apple Corps Ltd <\/strong>to produce an ongoing range of their award-winning TITANS<\/strong> vinyl collectibles, based upon The Beatles\u2019 <\/strong>ultra-psychedelic cartoon classic, Yellow Submarine.<\/strong> The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHot on the heels of their just-released Sgt Pepper 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary 4.5\u201d window-boxed TITANS set (featuring the Fab Four in their animated Lonely Hearts Club Band uniforms alongside the iconic Sgt Pepper drum), they\u2019re releasing a second 3\u201d blind-box wave, The \u201cAll Together Now\u201d Collection, sailing out of Titan HQ in July 2017!<\/span>\r\n\r\nFeaturing the Fab Four in both glorious black & white and as their older selves (you know, when they are 64)! 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12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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As a huge fan of The Beatles, this has been a labor of love for Bill, twenty years in the making.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be publishing The Beatles: Yellow Submarine for the 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary of this fantastic movie,\u201d said Chris Teather, Publishing Director at Titan Comics. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait for Beatles fans to experience this official adaptation.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine Official illustrated adaptation from Titan is due to hit stores in 2018.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u00a0ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR\u00a0<\/strong>CAN I HAVE A LITTLE MORE?!\u00a0<\/strong>TITAN MERCHANDISE ANNOUNCES\u00a0<\/strong>THEIR THIRD WAVE OF YELLOW\u00a0<\/strong>SUBMARINE TITANS!<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan Merchandise <\/strong>is proud to sail the ship, chop the tree and announce their third wave of releases in their deal with Apple Corps Ltd <\/strong>to produce an ongoing range of their award-winning TITANS<\/strong> vinyl collectibles, based upon The Beatles\u2019 <\/strong>ultra-psychedelic cartoon classic, Yellow Submarine.<\/strong> The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHot on the heels of their just-released Sgt Pepper 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary 4.5\u201d window-boxed TITANS set (featuring the Fab Four in their animated Lonely Hearts Club Band uniforms alongside the iconic Sgt Pepper drum), they\u2019re releasing a second 3\u201d blind-box wave, The \u201cAll Together Now\u201d Collection, sailing out of Titan HQ in July 2017!<\/span>\r\n\r\nFeaturing the Fab Four in both glorious black & white and as their older selves (you know, when they are 64)! Plus some more crazy Blue Meanies and their wild partners in badness - the Apple Bonker, the Snapping Turtle Turk & the fearsome Four-Headed Bulldog \u2013 alongside some funky new Yellow Submarine variants!<\/span>\r\n\r\nEach TITAN is 3\u201d blind-boxed and there are 2 hidden chase figures in every 18-figure PDQ (or counter display case, if you're from Merrie Olde England) for Beatlemaniacs to hunt and collect!<\/span>\r\n\r\nAndrew Sumner, EVP of Titan Merchandise, said: \u201cWe\u2019ve been blown away by the response to our Yellow Submarine TITANS and the incredible support we\u2019ve had from both Apple Corps and Beatles fans all over the world. Our third wave of Yellow Submarine TITANS items is a big thank you for all that support\u00a0 \u2013 with love from us to them. 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12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Plus some more crazy Blue Meanies and their wild partners in badness - the Apple Bonker, the Snapping Turtle Turk & the fearsome Four-Headed Bulldog \u2013 alongside some funky new Yellow Submarine variants!<\/span>\r\n\r\nEach TITAN is 3\u201d blind-boxed and there are 2 hidden chase figures in every 18-figure PDQ (or counter display case, if you're from Merrie Olde England) for Beatlemaniacs to hunt and collect!<\/span>\r\n\r\nAndrew Sumner, EVP of Titan Merchandise, said: \u201cWe\u2019ve been blown away by the response to our Yellow Submarine TITANS and the incredible support we\u2019ve had from both Apple Corps and Beatles fans all over the world. Our third wave of Yellow Submarine TITANS items is a big thank you for all that support\u00a0 \u2013 with love from us to them. 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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
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12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
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12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
Leanne\u2019s Anime -<\/span> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. As a huge fan of The Beatles, this has been a labor of love for Bill, twenty years in the making.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be publishing The Beatles: Yellow Submarine for the 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary of this fantastic movie,\u201d said Chris Teather, Publishing Director at Titan Comics. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait for Beatles fans to experience this official adaptation.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine Official illustrated adaptation from Titan is due to hit stores in 2018.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u00a0ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR\u00a0<\/strong>CAN I HAVE A LITTLE MORE?!\u00a0<\/strong>TITAN MERCHANDISE ANNOUNCES\u00a0<\/strong>THEIR THIRD WAVE OF YELLOW\u00a0<\/strong>SUBMARINE TITANS!<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan Merchandise <\/strong>is proud to sail the ship, chop the tree and announce their third wave of releases in their deal with Apple Corps Ltd <\/strong>to produce an ongoing range of their award-winning TITANS<\/strong> vinyl collectibles, based upon The Beatles\u2019 <\/strong>ultra-psychedelic cartoon classic, Yellow Submarine.<\/strong> The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHot on the heels of their just-released Sgt Pepper 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary 4.5\u201d window-boxed TITANS set (featuring the Fab Four in their animated Lonely Hearts Club Band uniforms alongside the iconic Sgt Pepper drum), they\u2019re releasing a second 3\u201d blind-box wave, The \u201cAll Together Now\u201d Collection, sailing out of Titan HQ in July 2017!<\/span>\r\n\r\nFeaturing the Fab Four in both glorious black & white and as their older selves (you know, when they are 64)! Plus some more crazy Blue Meanies and their wild partners in badness - the Apple Bonker, the Snapping Turtle Turk & the fearsome Four-Headed Bulldog \u2013 alongside some funky new Yellow Submarine variants!<\/span>\r\n\r\nEach TITAN is 3\u201d blind-boxed and there are 2 hidden chase figures in every 18-figure PDQ (or counter display case, if you're from Merrie Olde England) for Beatlemaniacs to hunt and collect!<\/span>\r\n\r\nAndrew Sumner, EVP of Titan Merchandise, said: \u201cWe\u2019ve been blown away by the response to our Yellow Submarine TITANS and the incredible support we\u2019ve had from both Apple Corps and Beatles fans all over the world. Our third wave of Yellow Submarine TITANS items is a big thank you for all that support\u00a0 \u2013 with love from us to them. And we\u2019re only getting started \u2013 wait until you see what\u2019s coming for Yellow Submarine\u2019s 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary in 2018!\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit:<\/span>\r\n}}}https:\/\/www.titan-comics.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/ComicsTitan<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/facebook.com\/ComicsTitan<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/TitanMerch<\/a>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nSave<\/span>\r\n\r\nSave<\/span>\r\n\r\nSave<\/span>","post_title":"Yellow Submarine Illustrated Adaptation And Vinyl Figures from Titan","post_excerpt":"All Together Now!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"yellow-submarine-illustrated-adaptation-and-vinyl-figures-from-titan","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2018-09-20 18:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2018-09-20 18:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=185395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_3o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
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So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. As a huge fan of The Beatles, this has been a labor of love for Bill, twenty years in the making.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be publishing The Beatles: Yellow Submarine for the 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary of this fantastic movie,\u201d said Chris Teather, Publishing Director at Titan Comics. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait for Beatles fans to experience this official adaptation.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine Official illustrated adaptation from Titan is due to hit stores in 2018.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u00a0ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR\u00a0<\/strong>CAN I HAVE A LITTLE MORE?!\u00a0<\/strong>TITAN MERCHANDISE ANNOUNCES\u00a0<\/strong>THEIR THIRD WAVE OF YELLOW\u00a0<\/strong>SUBMARINE TITANS!<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan Merchandise <\/strong>is proud to sail the ship, chop the tree and announce their third wave of releases in their deal with Apple Corps Ltd <\/strong>to produce an ongoing range of their award-winning TITANS<\/strong> vinyl collectibles, based upon The Beatles\u2019 <\/strong>ultra-psychedelic cartoon classic, Yellow Submarine.<\/strong> The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHot on the heels of their just-released Sgt Pepper 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary 4.5\u201d window-boxed TITANS set (featuring the Fab Four in their animated Lonely Hearts Club Band uniforms alongside the iconic Sgt Pepper drum), they\u2019re releasing a second 3\u201d blind-box wave, The \u201cAll Together Now\u201d Collection, sailing out of Titan HQ in July 2017!<\/span>\r\n\r\nFeaturing the Fab Four in both glorious black & white and as their older selves (you know, when they are 64)! Plus some more crazy Blue Meanies and their wild partners in badness - the Apple Bonker, the Snapping Turtle Turk & the fearsome Four-Headed Bulldog \u2013 alongside some funky new Yellow Submarine variants!<\/span>\r\n\r\nEach TITAN is 3\u201d blind-boxed and there are 2 hidden chase figures in every 18-figure PDQ (or counter display case, if you're from Merrie Olde England) for Beatlemaniacs to hunt and collect!<\/span>\r\n\r\nAndrew Sumner, EVP of Titan Merchandise, said: \u201cWe\u2019ve been blown away by the response to our Yellow Submarine TITANS and the incredible support we\u2019ve had from both Apple Corps and Beatles fans all over the world. Our third wave of Yellow Submarine TITANS items is a big thank you for all that support\u00a0 \u2013 with love from us to them. 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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. 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Plus some more crazy Blue Meanies and their wild partners in badness - the Apple Bonker, the Snapping Turtle Turk & the fearsome Four-Headed Bulldog \u2013 alongside some funky new Yellow Submarine variants!<\/span>\r\n\r\nEach TITAN is 3\u201d blind-boxed and there are 2 hidden chase figures in every 18-figure PDQ (or counter display case, if you're from Merrie Olde England) for Beatlemaniacs to hunt and collect!<\/span>\r\n\r\nAndrew Sumner, EVP of Titan Merchandise, said: \u201cWe\u2019ve been blown away by the response to our Yellow Submarine TITANS and the incredible support we\u2019ve had from both Apple Corps and Beatles fans all over the world. Our third wave of Yellow Submarine TITANS items is a big thank you for all that support\u00a0 \u2013 with love from us to them. 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Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
Leanne\u2019s Anime -<\/span> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our next product on the practical side is a body sponge from Sumikko Gurashi. Now I really liked the last set of sponges we got a few months back, that were also from Sumikko Gurashi. This one however is larger, looks perfect for lathering up your soap and will be needed to scrub away the negative effects that 2020 has left on all of us! This item is also available in four characters, including Shirokuma, Neko, Penguin and Tokage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our next Sanrio product is a pack of eco-friendly paper straws. Which I am sure will come in very handy during the holiday season if you have guests coming over. With 30 straws inside, with two different color variations they are almost too cute to even use! We are now onto our Kirby item, which is a location exclusive Lip Cream which is available in two versions, being either Tokyo or Mount Fuji. The overall packaging is adorable and fully recyclable, however once you flip the front around you will notice how small the product actually is. Its all about the appearance for this lip cream, and it will definitely stand out in the shop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next product on the practical side is a body sponge from Sumikko Gurashi. Now I really liked the last set of sponges we got a few months back, that were also from Sumikko Gurashi. This one however is larger, looks perfect for lathering up your soap and will be needed to scrub away the negative effects that 2020 has left on all of us! This item is also available in four characters, including Shirokuma, Neko, Penguin and Tokage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
Leanne\u2019s Anime -<\/span> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. As a huge fan of The Beatles, this has been a labor of love for Bill, twenty years in the making.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be publishing The Beatles: Yellow Submarine for the 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary of this fantastic movie,\u201d said Chris Teather, Publishing Director at Titan Comics. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait for Beatles fans to experience this official adaptation.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine Official illustrated adaptation from Titan is due to hit stores in 2018.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u00a0ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR\u00a0<\/strong>CAN I HAVE A LITTLE MORE?!\u00a0<\/strong>TITAN MERCHANDISE ANNOUNCES\u00a0<\/strong>THEIR THIRD WAVE OF YELLOW\u00a0<\/strong>SUBMARINE TITANS!<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan Merchandise <\/strong>is proud to sail the ship, chop the tree and announce their third wave of releases in their deal with Apple Corps Ltd <\/strong>to produce an ongoing range of their award-winning TITANS<\/strong> vinyl collectibles, based upon The Beatles\u2019 <\/strong>ultra-psychedelic cartoon classic, Yellow Submarine.<\/strong> The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHot on the heels of their just-released Sgt Pepper 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary 4.5\u201d window-boxed TITANS set (featuring the Fab Four in their animated Lonely Hearts Club Band uniforms alongside the iconic Sgt Pepper drum), they\u2019re releasing a second 3\u201d blind-box wave, The \u201cAll Together Now\u201d Collection, sailing out of Titan HQ in July 2017!<\/span>\r\n\r\nFeaturing the Fab Four in both glorious black & white and as their older selves (you know, when they are 64)! Plus some more crazy Blue Meanies and their wild partners in badness - the Apple Bonker, the Snapping Turtle Turk & the fearsome Four-Headed Bulldog \u2013 alongside some funky new Yellow Submarine variants!<\/span>\r\n\r\nEach TITAN is 3\u201d blind-boxed and there are 2 hidden chase figures in every 18-figure PDQ (or counter display case, if you're from Merrie Olde England) for Beatlemaniacs to hunt and collect!<\/span>\r\n\r\nAndrew Sumner, EVP of Titan Merchandise, said: \u201cWe\u2019ve been blown away by the response to our Yellow Submarine TITANS and the incredible support we\u2019ve had from both Apple Corps and Beatles fans all over the world. Our third wave of Yellow Submarine TITANS items is a big thank you for all that support\u00a0 \u2013 with love from us to them. And we\u2019re only getting started \u2013 wait until you see what\u2019s coming for Yellow Submarine\u2019s 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary in 2018!\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit:<\/span>\r\n}}}https:\/\/www.titan-comics.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/ComicsTitan<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/facebook.com\/ComicsTitan<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/TitanMerch<\/a>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nSave<\/span>\r\n\r\nSave<\/span>\r\n\r\nSave<\/span>","post_title":"Yellow Submarine Illustrated Adaptation And Vinyl Figures from Titan","post_excerpt":"All Together Now!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"yellow-submarine-illustrated-adaptation-and-vinyl-figures-from-titan","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2018-09-20 18:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2018-09-20 18:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=185395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_3o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
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Our second product this month is also the previously announced Sanrio Christmas Blanket. This super fluffy lap blanket measures in at 70x100cm and features many Sanrio mascots including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Pochacco and more. Unfortunately I saw no sign of Kuromi, which was a bit of a bummer. It is an incredibly festive blanket though, going by the symbols I see on the tag this blanket is hand wash only so make sure you don't put it in the washing machine. Although I don't see why you couldn't just have it on a cold wash, its best not to tempt faith as I would hate to see this blanket get destroyed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next Sanrio product is a pack of eco-friendly paper straws. Which I am sure will come in very handy during the holiday season if you have guests coming over. With 30 straws inside, with two different color variations they are almost too cute to even use! We are now onto our Kirby item, which is a location exclusive Lip Cream which is available in two versions, being either Tokyo or Mount Fuji. The overall packaging is adorable and fully recyclable, however once you flip the front around you will notice how small the product actually is. Its all about the appearance for this lip cream, and it will definitely stand out in the shop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next product on the practical side is a body sponge from Sumikko Gurashi. Now I really liked the last set of sponges we got a few months back, that were also from Sumikko Gurashi. This one however is larger, looks perfect for lathering up your soap and will be needed to scrub away the negative effects that 2020 has left on all of us! This item is also available in four characters, including Shirokuma, Neko, Penguin and Tokage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
Leanne\u2019s Anime -<\/span> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. As a huge fan of The Beatles, this has been a labor of love for Bill, twenty years in the making.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be publishing The Beatles: Yellow Submarine for the 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary of this fantastic movie,\u201d said Chris Teather, Publishing Director at Titan Comics. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait for Beatles fans to experience this official adaptation.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine Official illustrated adaptation from Titan is due to hit stores in 2018.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u00a0ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR\u00a0<\/strong>CAN I HAVE A LITTLE MORE?!\u00a0<\/strong>TITAN MERCHANDISE ANNOUNCES\u00a0<\/strong>THEIR THIRD WAVE OF YELLOW\u00a0<\/strong>SUBMARINE TITANS!<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan Merchandise <\/strong>is proud to sail the ship, chop the tree and announce their third wave of releases in their deal with Apple Corps Ltd <\/strong>to produce an ongoing range of their award-winning TITANS<\/strong> vinyl collectibles, based upon The Beatles\u2019 <\/strong>ultra-psychedelic cartoon classic, Yellow Submarine.<\/strong> The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHot on the heels of their just-released Sgt Pepper 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary 4.5\u201d window-boxed TITANS set (featuring the Fab Four in their animated Lonely Hearts Club Band uniforms alongside the iconic Sgt Pepper drum), they\u2019re releasing a second 3\u201d blind-box wave, The \u201cAll Together Now\u201d Collection, sailing out of Titan HQ in July 2017!<\/span>\r\n\r\nFeaturing the Fab Four in both glorious black & white and as their older selves (you know, when they are 64)! 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Our first product this month was the already announced Christmas Ball Cushion from Sanrio. This squishable festive plush is available in two characters - Cinnamoroll and Pompompurin. Of which I got the adorable Golden Retriever mascot. These official mascots are well made and stuffed, with stretchy material that always returns to its original shape. The only thing I noticed was that the Christmas hat on my plush was barely stitched on in two places, but if you are handy with a needle and thread - its\u2019 a simple repair job. It\u2019s a perfect addition to any Christmas decor and will be well loved in my home for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our second product this month is also the previously announced Sanrio Christmas Blanket. This super fluffy lap blanket measures in at 70x100cm and features many Sanrio mascots including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Pochacco and more. Unfortunately I saw no sign of Kuromi, which was a bit of a bummer. It is an incredibly festive blanket though, going by the symbols I see on the tag this blanket is hand wash only so make sure you don't put it in the washing machine. Although I don't see why you couldn't just have it on a cold wash, its best not to tempt faith as I would hate to see this blanket get destroyed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next Sanrio product is a pack of eco-friendly paper straws. Which I am sure will come in very handy during the holiday season if you have guests coming over. With 30 straws inside, with two different color variations they are almost too cute to even use! We are now onto our Kirby item, which is a location exclusive Lip Cream which is available in two versions, being either Tokyo or Mount Fuji. The overall packaging is adorable and fully recyclable, however once you flip the front around you will notice how small the product actually is. Its all about the appearance for this lip cream, and it will definitely stand out in the shop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next product on the practical side is a body sponge from Sumikko Gurashi. Now I really liked the last set of sponges we got a few months back, that were also from Sumikko Gurashi. This one however is larger, looks perfect for lathering up your soap and will be needed to scrub away the negative effects that 2020 has left on all of us! This item is also available in four characters, including Shirokuma, Neko, Penguin and Tokage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. 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SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our first product this month was the already announced Christmas Ball Cushion from Sanrio. This squishable festive plush is available in two characters - Cinnamoroll and Pompompurin. Of which I got the adorable Golden Retriever mascot. These official mascots are well made and stuffed, with stretchy material that always returns to its original shape. The only thing I noticed was that the Christmas hat on my plush was barely stitched on in two places, but if you are handy with a needle and thread - its\u2019 a simple repair job. It\u2019s a perfect addition to any Christmas decor and will be well loved in my home for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our second product this month is also the previously announced Sanrio Christmas Blanket. This super fluffy lap blanket measures in at 70x100cm and features many Sanrio mascots including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Pochacco and more. Unfortunately I saw no sign of Kuromi, which was a bit of a bummer. It is an incredibly festive blanket though, going by the symbols I see on the tag this blanket is hand wash only so make sure you don't put it in the washing machine. Although I don't see why you couldn't just have it on a cold wash, its best not to tempt faith as I would hate to see this blanket get destroyed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next Sanrio product is a pack of eco-friendly paper straws. Which I am sure will come in very handy during the holiday season if you have guests coming over. With 30 straws inside, with two different color variations they are almost too cute to even use! We are now onto our Kirby item, which is a location exclusive Lip Cream which is available in two versions, being either Tokyo or Mount Fuji. The overall packaging is adorable and fully recyclable, however once you flip the front around you will notice how small the product actually is. Its all about the appearance for this lip cream, and it will definitely stand out in the shop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next product on the practical side is a body sponge from Sumikko Gurashi. Now I really liked the last set of sponges we got a few months back, that were also from Sumikko Gurashi. This one however is larger, looks perfect for lathering up your soap and will be needed to scrub away the negative effects that 2020 has left on all of us! This item is also available in four characters, including Shirokuma, Neko, Penguin and Tokage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. As a huge fan of The Beatles, this has been a labor of love for Bill, twenty years in the making.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be publishing The Beatles: Yellow Submarine for the 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary of this fantastic movie,\u201d said Chris Teather, Publishing Director at Titan Comics. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait for Beatles fans to experience this official adaptation.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine Official illustrated adaptation from Titan is due to hit stores in 2018.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u00a0ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR\u00a0<\/strong>CAN I HAVE A LITTLE MORE?!\u00a0<\/strong>TITAN MERCHANDISE ANNOUNCES\u00a0<\/strong>THEIR THIRD WAVE OF YELLOW\u00a0<\/strong>SUBMARINE TITANS!<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan Merchandise <\/strong>is proud to sail the ship, chop the tree and announce their third wave of releases in their deal with Apple Corps Ltd <\/strong>to produce an ongoing range of their award-winning TITANS<\/strong> vinyl collectibles, based upon The Beatles\u2019 <\/strong>ultra-psychedelic cartoon classic, Yellow Submarine.<\/strong> The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHot on the heels of their just-released Sgt Pepper 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary 4.5\u201d window-boxed TITANS set (featuring the Fab Four in their animated Lonely Hearts Club Band uniforms alongside the iconic Sgt Pepper drum), they\u2019re releasing a second 3\u201d blind-box wave, The \u201cAll Together Now\u201d Collection, sailing out of Titan HQ in July 2017!<\/span>\r\n\r\nFeaturing the Fab Four in both glorious black & white and as their older selves (you know, when they are 64)! Plus some more crazy Blue Meanies and their wild partners in badness - the Apple Bonker, the Snapping Turtle Turk & the fearsome Four-Headed Bulldog \u2013 alongside some funky new Yellow Submarine variants!<\/span>\r\n\r\nEach TITAN is 3\u201d blind-boxed and there are 2 hidden chase figures in every 18-figure PDQ (or counter display case, if you're from Merrie Olde England) for Beatlemaniacs to hunt and collect!<\/span>\r\n\r\nAndrew Sumner, EVP of Titan Merchandise, said: \u201cWe\u2019ve been blown away by the response to our Yellow Submarine TITANS and the incredible support we\u2019ve had from both Apple Corps and Beatles fans all over the world. Our third wave of Yellow Submarine TITANS items is a big thank you for all that support\u00a0 \u2013 with love from us to them. 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This month\u2019s theme was \u2018Kawaii Christmas Party\u2019, which contained six items from both Sanrio, Animal Crossing, Kirby and Sumikko Gurashi. Two of which are filled with festive cheer, another three were practical and the last was a very popular Animal Crossing item in every combini in Japan. So let\u2019s get the usual info out of the way, of just how you can get your own box and subscription from SoKawaii! This box also marks SoKawaii\u2019s second anniversary!! So massive congratulations to all their dedicated team.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our first product this month was the already announced Christmas Ball Cushion from Sanrio. This squishable festive plush is available in two characters - Cinnamoroll and Pompompurin. Of which I got the adorable Golden Retriever mascot. These official mascots are well made and stuffed, with stretchy material that always returns to its original shape. The only thing I noticed was that the Christmas hat on my plush was barely stitched on in two places, but if you are handy with a needle and thread - its\u2019 a simple repair job. It\u2019s a perfect addition to any Christmas decor and will be well loved in my home for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our second product this month is also the previously announced Sanrio Christmas Blanket. This super fluffy lap blanket measures in at 70x100cm and features many Sanrio mascots including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Pochacco and more. Unfortunately I saw no sign of Kuromi, which was a bit of a bummer. It is an incredibly festive blanket though, going by the symbols I see on the tag this blanket is hand wash only so make sure you don't put it in the washing machine. Although I don't see why you couldn't just have it on a cold wash, its best not to tempt faith as I would hate to see this blanket get destroyed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next Sanrio product is a pack of eco-friendly paper straws. Which I am sure will come in very handy during the holiday season if you have guests coming over. With 30 straws inside, with two different color variations they are almost too cute to even use! We are now onto our Kirby item, which is a location exclusive Lip Cream which is available in two versions, being either Tokyo or Mount Fuji. The overall packaging is adorable and fully recyclable, however once you flip the front around you will notice how small the product actually is. Its all about the appearance for this lip cream, and it will definitely stand out in the shop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next product on the practical side is a body sponge from Sumikko Gurashi. Now I really liked the last set of sponges we got a few months back, that were also from Sumikko Gurashi. This one however is larger, looks perfect for lathering up your soap and will be needed to scrub away the negative effects that 2020 has left on all of us! This item is also available in four characters, including Shirokuma, Neko, Penguin and Tokage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
Leanne\u2019s Anime -<\/span> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. As a huge fan of The Beatles, this has been a labor of love for Bill, twenty years in the making.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be publishing The Beatles: Yellow Submarine for the 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary of this fantastic movie,\u201d said Chris Teather, Publishing Director at Titan Comics. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait for Beatles fans to experience this official adaptation.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine Official illustrated adaptation from Titan is due to hit stores in 2018.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u00a0ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR\u00a0<\/strong>CAN I HAVE A LITTLE MORE?!\u00a0<\/strong>TITAN MERCHANDISE ANNOUNCES\u00a0<\/strong>THEIR THIRD WAVE OF YELLOW\u00a0<\/strong>SUBMARINE TITANS!<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan Merchandise <\/strong>is proud to sail the ship, chop the tree and announce their third wave of releases in their deal with Apple Corps Ltd <\/strong>to produce an ongoing range of their award-winning TITANS<\/strong> vinyl collectibles, based upon The Beatles\u2019 <\/strong>ultra-psychedelic cartoon classic, Yellow Submarine.<\/strong> The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHot on the heels of their just-released Sgt Pepper 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary 4.5\u201d window-boxed TITANS set (featuring the Fab Four in their animated Lonely Hearts Club Band uniforms alongside the iconic Sgt Pepper drum), they\u2019re releasing a second 3\u201d blind-box wave, The \u201cAll Together Now\u201d Collection, sailing out of Titan HQ in July 2017!<\/span>\r\n\r\nFeaturing the Fab Four in both glorious black & white and as their older selves (you know, when they are 64)! Plus some more crazy Blue Meanies and their wild partners in badness - the Apple Bonker, the Snapping Turtle Turk & the fearsome Four-Headed Bulldog \u2013 alongside some funky new Yellow Submarine variants!<\/span>\r\n\r\nEach TITAN is 3\u201d blind-boxed and there are 2 hidden chase figures in every 18-figure PDQ (or counter display case, if you're from Merrie Olde England) for Beatlemaniacs to hunt and collect!<\/span>\r\n\r\nAndrew Sumner, EVP of Titan Merchandise, said: \u201cWe\u2019ve been blown away by the response to our Yellow Submarine TITANS and the incredible support we\u2019ve had from both Apple Corps and Beatles fans all over the world. Our third wave of Yellow Submarine TITANS items is a big thank you for all that support\u00a0 \u2013 with love from us to them. 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Hello again my dears, the festive season is upon us once more and this month's box is like an early Christmas present to myself. We are now in the final month of what has been a chaotic 2020, a year like no other that had surprises around every corner whether we liked them or not! So in order to finish off this year, let\u2019s dive into the final SoKawaii subscription box of 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
This month\u2019s theme was \u2018Kawaii Christmas Party\u2019, which contained six items from both Sanrio, Animal Crossing, Kirby and Sumikko Gurashi. Two of which are filled with festive cheer, another three were practical and the last was a very popular Animal Crossing item in every combini in Japan. So let\u2019s get the usual info out of the way, of just how you can get your own box and subscription from SoKawaii! This box also marks SoKawaii\u2019s second anniversary!! So massive congratulations to all their dedicated team.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our first product this month was the already announced Christmas Ball Cushion from Sanrio. This squishable festive plush is available in two characters - Cinnamoroll and Pompompurin. Of which I got the adorable Golden Retriever mascot. These official mascots are well made and stuffed, with stretchy material that always returns to its original shape. The only thing I noticed was that the Christmas hat on my plush was barely stitched on in two places, but if you are handy with a needle and thread - its\u2019 a simple repair job. It\u2019s a perfect addition to any Christmas decor and will be well loved in my home for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our second product this month is also the previously announced Sanrio Christmas Blanket. This super fluffy lap blanket measures in at 70x100cm and features many Sanrio mascots including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Pochacco and more. Unfortunately I saw no sign of Kuromi, which was a bit of a bummer. It is an incredibly festive blanket though, going by the symbols I see on the tag this blanket is hand wash only so make sure you don't put it in the washing machine. Although I don't see why you couldn't just have it on a cold wash, its best not to tempt faith as I would hate to see this blanket get destroyed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next Sanrio product is a pack of eco-friendly paper straws. Which I am sure will come in very handy during the holiday season if you have guests coming over. With 30 straws inside, with two different color variations they are almost too cute to even use! We are now onto our Kirby item, which is a location exclusive Lip Cream which is available in two versions, being either Tokyo or Mount Fuji. The overall packaging is adorable and fully recyclable, however once you flip the front around you will notice how small the product actually is. Its all about the appearance for this lip cream, and it will definitely stand out in the shop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next product on the practical side is a body sponge from Sumikko Gurashi. Now I really liked the last set of sponges we got a few months back, that were also from Sumikko Gurashi. This one however is larger, looks perfect for lathering up your soap and will be needed to scrub away the negative effects that 2020 has left on all of us! This item is also available in four characters, including Shirokuma, Neko, Penguin and Tokage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. 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\u201cIt\u2019s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, with every parcel that arrives!!!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
Hello again my dears, the festive season is upon us once more and this month's box is like an early Christmas present to myself. We are now in the final month of what has been a chaotic 2020, a year like no other that had surprises around every corner whether we liked them or not! So in order to finish off this year, let\u2019s dive into the final SoKawaii subscription box of 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
This month\u2019s theme was \u2018Kawaii Christmas Party\u2019, which contained six items from both Sanrio, Animal Crossing, Kirby and Sumikko Gurashi. Two of which are filled with festive cheer, another three were practical and the last was a very popular Animal Crossing item in every combini in Japan. So let\u2019s get the usual info out of the way, of just how you can get your own box and subscription from SoKawaii! This box also marks SoKawaii\u2019s second anniversary!! So massive congratulations to all their dedicated team.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our first product this month was the already announced Christmas Ball Cushion from Sanrio. This squishable festive plush is available in two characters - Cinnamoroll and Pompompurin. Of which I got the adorable Golden Retriever mascot. These official mascots are well made and stuffed, with stretchy material that always returns to its original shape. The only thing I noticed was that the Christmas hat on my plush was barely stitched on in two places, but if you are handy with a needle and thread - its\u2019 a simple repair job. It\u2019s a perfect addition to any Christmas decor and will be well loved in my home for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our second product this month is also the previously announced Sanrio Christmas Blanket. This super fluffy lap blanket measures in at 70x100cm and features many Sanrio mascots including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Pochacco and more. Unfortunately I saw no sign of Kuromi, which was a bit of a bummer. It is an incredibly festive blanket though, going by the symbols I see on the tag this blanket is hand wash only so make sure you don't put it in the washing machine. Although I don't see why you couldn't just have it on a cold wash, its best not to tempt faith as I would hate to see this blanket get destroyed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next Sanrio product is a pack of eco-friendly paper straws. Which I am sure will come in very handy during the holiday season if you have guests coming over. With 30 straws inside, with two different color variations they are almost too cute to even use! We are now onto our Kirby item, which is a location exclusive Lip Cream which is available in two versions, being either Tokyo or Mount Fuji. The overall packaging is adorable and fully recyclable, however once you flip the front around you will notice how small the product actually is. Its all about the appearance for this lip cream, and it will definitely stand out in the shop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next product on the practical side is a body sponge from Sumikko Gurashi. Now I really liked the last set of sponges we got a few months back, that were also from Sumikko Gurashi. This one however is larger, looks perfect for lathering up your soap and will be needed to scrub away the negative effects that 2020 has left on all of us! This item is also available in four characters, including Shirokuma, Neko, Penguin and Tokage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
Leanne\u2019s Anime -<\/span> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. As a huge fan of The Beatles, this has been a labor of love for Bill, twenty years in the making.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be publishing The Beatles: Yellow Submarine for the 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary of this fantastic movie,\u201d said Chris Teather, Publishing Director at Titan Comics. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait for Beatles fans to experience this official adaptation.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine Official illustrated adaptation from Titan is due to hit stores in 2018.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u00a0ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR\u00a0<\/strong>CAN I HAVE A LITTLE MORE?!\u00a0<\/strong>TITAN MERCHANDISE ANNOUNCES\u00a0<\/strong>THEIR THIRD WAVE OF YELLOW\u00a0<\/strong>SUBMARINE TITANS!<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan Merchandise <\/strong>is proud to sail the ship, chop the tree and announce their third wave of releases in their deal with Apple Corps Ltd <\/strong>to produce an ongoing range of their award-winning TITANS<\/strong> vinyl collectibles, based upon The Beatles\u2019 <\/strong>ultra-psychedelic cartoon classic, Yellow Submarine.<\/strong> The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHot on the heels of their just-released Sgt Pepper 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary 4.5\u201d window-boxed TITANS set (featuring the Fab Four in their animated Lonely Hearts Club Band uniforms alongside the iconic Sgt Pepper drum), they\u2019re releasing a second 3\u201d blind-box wave, The \u201cAll Together Now\u201d Collection, sailing out of Titan HQ in July 2017!<\/span>\r\n\r\nFeaturing the Fab Four in both glorious black & white and as their older selves (you know, when they are 64)! Plus some more crazy Blue Meanies and their wild partners in badness - the Apple Bonker, the Snapping Turtle Turk & the fearsome Four-Headed Bulldog \u2013 alongside some funky new Yellow Submarine variants!<\/span>\r\n\r\nEach TITAN is 3\u201d blind-boxed and there are 2 hidden chase figures in every 18-figure PDQ (or counter display case, if you're from Merrie Olde England) for Beatlemaniacs to hunt and collect!<\/span>\r\n\r\nAndrew Sumner, EVP of Titan Merchandise, said: \u201cWe\u2019ve been blown away by the response to our Yellow Submarine TITANS and the incredible support we\u2019ve had from both Apple Corps and Beatles fans all over the world. Our third wave of Yellow Submarine TITANS items is a big thank you for all that support\u00a0 \u2013 with love from us to them. And we\u2019re only getting started \u2013 wait until you see what\u2019s coming for Yellow Submarine\u2019s 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary in 2018!\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit:<\/span>\r\n}}}https:\/\/www.titan-comics.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/ComicsTitan<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/facebook.com\/ComicsTitan<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/TitanMerch<\/a>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nSave<\/span>\r\n\r\nSave<\/span>\r\n\r\nSave<\/span>","post_title":"Yellow Submarine Illustrated Adaptation And Vinyl Figures from Titan","post_excerpt":"All Together Now!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"yellow-submarine-illustrated-adaptation-and-vinyl-figures-from-titan","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2018-09-20 18:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2018-09-20 18:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=185395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_3o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Nihon Box April to December 2020 Review Part 1","post_excerpt":"I have a massive haul to talk about","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"nihon-box-april-to-december-2020-review-part-1","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:00:32","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:00:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206112","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":206081,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-03-26 19:49:57","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-26 19:49:57","post_content":"I am back once again with the latest SoKawaii box review. This months\u2019 box theme is \u201cSuper Kawaii Squad\u201d and features an interesting mix of items from Sailor Moon, Sanrio, San-X and PreCure. With two household items inside, we also have an unusual \u2018stationery\u2019 item and some collectable figures to add to your display cases. This month\u2019s box has got it all! So let\u2019s get the company description out of the way, shall we!<\/span>\n\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 5 to 6 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep each month. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media accounts. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts, particularly their Instagram one -<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_1\"$ \n\nFirst up, we have our household item which is perfect for the bathroom. With the Pompompurin Foaming Soap Dispenser, which is perfect for the bags of refillable liquid soap you can purchase in Lidl. Now as to how it creates the foam, I\u2019m unsure. As I haven\u2019t used this dispenser enough yet to see it fully working. Now Pompompurin is the only version available, which mightn\u2019t be to everyone's taste. I myself would have much preferred a Kuromi one! It\u2019s a plastic bottle at the end of the day, so it will last for quite some time, but it does look like something that would be bought rather cheaply.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_2\"$ \n\nOur second item this month is a small cat plush. Much similar to the ones we have gotten in the past, when we received the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range in last August\u2019 box. This very cute, fluffy and almost TsumTsum like sized plush is from the \u201cFunwari Korokoro Nayanko Neko '' plush range. Now I love these small plushies, so easy to stack and display in small spaces. I now have a small pyramid of these small plushies, so its very satisfying to look at them. The most adorable detail to these plushies, is that they all have a small black butthole sewn onto them! It\u2019s both hilarious and cute! There are six different cats available in this collection, with one supplied at random in every box this month.<\/span>\n\nUp next is our San-X item, which is a \u201cRilakkuma Friends Blind Box Figure\u201d, which has 6 different characters available. Now these items are rather large and are made of a hard plastic material that reminds me a lot of those bath toy figures you may have had as a child, that used to squirt water out of their months. Now they are hollow inside, but the detail is quite good and has a decent paint job. They are also fully licensed figures, as they are made by Bandai.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_3\"$ \n\nThe next item we have this month is a rather unusual one. As we have a \u201cMy Melody Adhesive Mirror set\u201d, which are basically reflective stickers that you can attach to the back of your phone, notebooks etc. Advertised as a \u2018handy mirror\u2019, for those quick touch ups. Now I don\u2019t see why they are saying that you can place it on the back of your phone, when in fact practically all mobile phones these days have a front and rear facing camera - making this item absolutely pointless. Unless you are a young girl that hasn\u2019t come of age yet to have the responsibility of a phone. Either way, this item is definitely aimed at a much younger generation compared to the people that actually subscribe to this box. It\u2019s more of a cheap filler item in my opinion.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_4\"$ \n\nNext up is our PreCure item! From the show \u201cHealin' Good♥Pretty Cure\u201d, comes this high quality melamine spoon. A rather large one at that, which is perfect to eat all of those deserts with. It\u2019s also a good rice spoon as well. It\u2019s also perfect for just displaying. With three designs available at random in March\u2019s box.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_5\"$ \n\nNow onto our final item this month, the one that has certainly made the box well worth the subscription cost! Each box for March received one of the five designs of the recently released Sailor Moon Q posket figures. Which featured Sailor Moon, Chibi Moon, Mars, Jupiter and Venus. Sailor Moon is all the rage at the moment due to the recent release of the Sailor Moon Eternal movies, which this collection is named after. Q Poskets are \u2018unusual\u2019 looking figures, made to bring attention to the eyes and large scale heads attached to the figures, mostly known as the chibi figure range. Which have been made by Banpresto. Although not entirely my cup of tea, as I prefer figures that are closer to the character design in the anime than chibi designs such as these, I was ecstatic to see that I actually got Sailor Moon in my box!<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_6\"$ \n\nAnd that has been March\u2019s So Kawaii box! Now let\u2019s get on to the all important information, for how YOU can begin your own subscription, as well as a special discount code just for you guys.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_7\"$ \n\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span>\n\n1 Month \u2013 $35.00 (\u20ac29.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n3 Months \u2013 $33.50 (\u20ac28.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n6 Months \u2013 $32.00 (\u20ac26.50mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n12 Months \u2013 $31.50 (\u20ac26.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\n\n http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\n\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of March\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 5 to 6 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. 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\u201cIt\u2019s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, with every parcel that arrives!!!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
Hello again my dears, the festive season is upon us once more and this month's box is like an early Christmas present to myself. We are now in the final month of what has been a chaotic 2020, a year like no other that had surprises around every corner whether we liked them or not! So in order to finish off this year, let\u2019s dive into the final SoKawaii subscription box of 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
This month\u2019s theme was \u2018Kawaii Christmas Party\u2019, which contained six items from both Sanrio, Animal Crossing, Kirby and Sumikko Gurashi. Two of which are filled with festive cheer, another three were practical and the last was a very popular Animal Crossing item in every combini in Japan. So let\u2019s get the usual info out of the way, of just how you can get your own box and subscription from SoKawaii! This box also marks SoKawaii\u2019s second anniversary!! So massive congratulations to all their dedicated team.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our first product this month was the already announced Christmas Ball Cushion from Sanrio. This squishable festive plush is available in two characters - Cinnamoroll and Pompompurin. Of which I got the adorable Golden Retriever mascot. These official mascots are well made and stuffed, with stretchy material that always returns to its original shape. The only thing I noticed was that the Christmas hat on my plush was barely stitched on in two places, but if you are handy with a needle and thread - its\u2019 a simple repair job. It\u2019s a perfect addition to any Christmas decor and will be well loved in my home for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our second product this month is also the previously announced Sanrio Christmas Blanket. This super fluffy lap blanket measures in at 70x100cm and features many Sanrio mascots including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Pochacco and more. Unfortunately I saw no sign of Kuromi, which was a bit of a bummer. It is an incredibly festive blanket though, going by the symbols I see on the tag this blanket is hand wash only so make sure you don't put it in the washing machine. Although I don't see why you couldn't just have it on a cold wash, its best not to tempt faith as I would hate to see this blanket get destroyed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next Sanrio product is a pack of eco-friendly paper straws. Which I am sure will come in very handy during the holiday season if you have guests coming over. With 30 straws inside, with two different color variations they are almost too cute to even use! We are now onto our Kirby item, which is a location exclusive Lip Cream which is available in two versions, being either Tokyo or Mount Fuji. The overall packaging is adorable and fully recyclable, however once you flip the front around you will notice how small the product actually is. Its all about the appearance for this lip cream, and it will definitely stand out in the shop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next product on the practical side is a body sponge from Sumikko Gurashi. Now I really liked the last set of sponges we got a few months back, that were also from Sumikko Gurashi. This one however is larger, looks perfect for lathering up your soap and will be needed to scrub away the negative effects that 2020 has left on all of us! This item is also available in four characters, including Shirokuma, Neko, Penguin and Tokage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
Leanne\u2019s Anime -<\/span> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. As a huge fan of The Beatles, this has been a labor of love for Bill, twenty years in the making.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be publishing The Beatles: Yellow Submarine for the 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary of this fantastic movie,\u201d said Chris Teather, Publishing Director at Titan Comics. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait for Beatles fans to experience this official adaptation.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine Official illustrated adaptation from Titan is due to hit stores in 2018.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u00a0ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR\u00a0<\/strong>CAN I HAVE A LITTLE MORE?!\u00a0<\/strong>TITAN MERCHANDISE ANNOUNCES\u00a0<\/strong>THEIR THIRD WAVE OF YELLOW\u00a0<\/strong>SUBMARINE TITANS!<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan Merchandise <\/strong>is proud to sail the ship, chop the tree and announce their third wave of releases in their deal with Apple Corps Ltd <\/strong>to produce an ongoing range of their award-winning TITANS<\/strong> vinyl collectibles, based upon The Beatles\u2019 <\/strong>ultra-psychedelic cartoon classic, Yellow Submarine.<\/strong> The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHot on the heels of their just-released Sgt Pepper 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary 4.5\u201d window-boxed TITANS set (featuring the Fab Four in their animated Lonely Hearts Club Band uniforms alongside the iconic Sgt Pepper drum), they\u2019re releasing a second 3\u201d blind-box wave, The \u201cAll Together Now\u201d Collection, sailing out of Titan HQ in July 2017!<\/span>\r\n\r\nFeaturing the Fab Four in both glorious black & white and as their older selves (you know, when they are 64)! Plus some more crazy Blue Meanies and their wild partners in badness - the Apple Bonker, the Snapping Turtle Turk & the fearsome Four-Headed Bulldog \u2013 alongside some funky new Yellow Submarine variants!<\/span>\r\n\r\nEach TITAN is 3\u201d blind-boxed and there are 2 hidden chase figures in every 18-figure PDQ (or counter display case, if you're from Merrie Olde England) for Beatlemaniacs to hunt and collect!<\/span>\r\n\r\nAndrew Sumner, EVP of Titan Merchandise, said: \u201cWe\u2019ve been blown away by the response to our Yellow Submarine TITANS and the incredible support we\u2019ve had from both Apple Corps and Beatles fans all over the world. Our third wave of Yellow Submarine TITANS items is a big thank you for all that support\u00a0 \u2013 with love from us to them. And we\u2019re only getting started \u2013 wait until you see what\u2019s coming for Yellow Submarine\u2019s 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary in 2018!\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit:<\/span>\r\n}}}https:\/\/www.titan-comics.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/ComicsTitan<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/facebook.com\/ComicsTitan<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/TitanMerch<\/a>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nSave<\/span>\r\n\r\nSave<\/span>\r\n\r\nSave<\/span>","post_title":"Yellow Submarine Illustrated Adaptation And Vinyl Figures from Titan","post_excerpt":"All Together Now!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"yellow-submarine-illustrated-adaptation-and-vinyl-figures-from-titan","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2018-09-20 18:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2018-09-20 18:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=185395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_3o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Nihon Box April to December 2020 Review Part 2","post_excerpt":"I have a massive haul to talk","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"nihon-box-april-to-december-2020-review-part-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 15:50:32","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 14:50:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206183","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":206112,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-04-02 15:32:29","post_date_gmt":"2021-04-02 14:32:29","post_content":"
Hello everyone! Hope you are all keeping well, I have a massive haul to talk about today as last week I received 9 months worth of my Nihon Box subscriptions all of a sudden on my doorstep!<\/span><\/p>\n
As you guys are aware, I normally review the SoKawaii box each month. However that isn\u2019t the only subscription service I\u2019m with. Back in March 2020 I did a review of my very first Nihon Box, sadly when the pandemic started my boxes were stuck in their warehouse in Japan due to limited postal options. Almost a year has passed since my last box, when all of a sudden I came home one day to find two big FedEx boxes in my sitting room. The lovely people over at Nihon Box must have decided to rebox everyone's orders that they had been waiting on for so long and send them first class! So that way their warehouse would be empty of all back orders from 2020. To make it even more amazing, they had replaced any out of date food items with replacement ones. Such attention to detail and top class warehouse operatives too, as everything was packed with care. Not a single item was damaged, and there were a number of breakable items inside! I have to say, that team deserves more than just a round of applause!<\/span><\/p>\n
I\u2019ve known about this service for quite some time now, as I\u2019ve seen several unboxing videos from Doug D\u2019Marco on YouTube. Check out his channel if you can, he reviews several different subscription boxes and gives good, honest reviews. (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/Angelraider78)<\/span><\/p>\n
Much like SoKawaii, Nihon Box is a Japanese monthly subscription service that handpicks at least 6 items each month that are almost exclusive to Japan and ships them straight to your door. Their items are a mixture of Otaku Anime related merchandise and figures, as well as traditional Japanese items, from sweets to tableware. All of this is available to subscribe to for what I find a very affordable price each month.<\/span><\/p>\n
Like SoKawaii, the more months you pay upfront the cheaper the price for individual boxes will be.<\/span> https:\/\/www.nihonbox.com\/en<\/a><\/p>\n
Monthly is \u20ac29.99 plus shipping costs<\/span><\/p>\n
3 Months is a single payment of \u20ac86.97, making each box \u20ac28.99, plus shipping costs.<\/span><\/p>\n
6 Months is a single payment of \u20ac170.94, making each box \u20ac28.49, plus shipping costs.<\/span><\/p>\n
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So let\u2019s move on to the types of items you could get in your box - or when 9 months of them just show up on your doorstep! So I have split the items up into different categories. So up first, I have the shirts that arrived. Back last October, Nihon Box got into the spooky vibe and included some Death Note merch - including this very cool looking T-shirt. Everything is official merch, so you can imagine the excitement seeing something like this included. The sizes are pretty accurate, well made and a nice vibrant print as well. Then we have the Naruto shirt that came in May\u2019s box. Followed by the ever popular Kimetsu no Yaiba Demon Slayer shirt that was included in August\u2019 box. Nihon Box tends to switch it up every couple of months as to when they include shirts.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the plushie section of the review. So over the course of 9 months, they included plushies from various popular animes in just 6 of those months. We have both large, medium and small plushies, from classic shows including Death Note, DragonBall Z and Fairy Tail. As well as more recent shows, including Fire Force, The Promised Neverland and That Time I Was Reincarnated As A Slime. It was only in May\u2019s box, was there a possibility of getting either a Majin Buu or a Goku Daruma shaped plush. The rest of the character plushies were main cast or lead characters from their respective shows. For me, the Rimuru slime plush was the crowning jewel from this plush haul.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up we have the everyday items, which include items for your lunch, some chopsticks and that all important toothbrush for your oral care. So we got a City Hunter lunch box, from a rather old anime from the late 80s and early 90s. Followed by a GTO Great Teacher Onizuka tumbler, from another classic anime from the year 2000. We also got two sets of chopsticks, from just a classic red pair with rabbits decorating the handles and a pair of cute Pikachu ones that come with their own carry case. This item was available in two different designs back last November, the other design was the classic Pok\u00e9ball print. April\u2019s box included a large Cardcaptor Sakura melamine spoon, the perfect size to eat your ramen with. May\u2019s box held a Pok\u00e9mon kozara plate, which is meant for more decoration than use. It\u2019s roughly the size of your palm and features both Pikachu and Wingull on a traditional wave shaped art pattern. And lastly, we have a single My Neighbour Totoro bamboo toothbrush.<\/span><\/p>\n
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This image is more of the miscellaneous items that were included. I have to admit, I do really love this Gengar face cloth that was included in October's box. Great quality, fully licensed and straight from the Pok\u00e9mon store! We also received two laminated posters, from two of the most popular and iconic animes - Naruto & Bleach. We even received a small acrylic card from DragonBall, with 50 character designs available. It will take you quite some time to collect them all if you\u2019re a massive fan. They can pop out from the card and stand freely, well detailed and just a nice small item to have on your shelf. Every few months, if you have a continuous subscription, the lovely people over at Nihon Box throw in the odd loyalty bonus item. Mine included a Kirby pen, a Re: Zero blindbox keychain and a Mario Shell key cover.<\/span><\/p>\n
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This is turning into a super long review! The next couple of items come from numerous shows and games from a number of genres. First up we have a frisbee with Kirby's glorious face printed on the front, for all the summer fun we all hope to have this year. We also have a One Piece clear file, from the Wano Kuni arc of the show when they were all dressed as samurai. We also have a Shonen Jump Vinyl case, which you could have gotten in three designs including Dragon Ball, One Piece and Naruro. It could also be used as a pencil case, or even a mask case during this pandemic. Moving on we got a Naruto Shippuden Tower Stand, which is quite handy to store all your pens and pencils in so they are always at the ready. I also got a pair of Dragon Ball Tabi socks, which are the iconic socks from Japan you always see when they wear sandals. It\u2019s a sock that just separates your big toe for the rest of them. Quite comfy when you get used to the feeling. Something you don\u2019t see very often included in subscription boxes, is Kingdom Hearts merch. Of which we got a can badge mystery box pin in July's box, with 13 to collect. I also got another Demon Slayer bull clip plush, from the same collection and even the same character that I received in a past SoKawaii box. Our Pok\u00e9mon item was a coaster\/strap, which featured one of 6 first generation Pok\u00e9mon in a pixel art design. Of which I actually got Mew! The last item in this picture was a Kokoro Basket mascot keychain.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now we are on to the food items! Now there have been a number of substitutions due to expired dates on original packets, so not every item I received was intended. I have tried quite a few of these items since, some have been well a bit hit and miss. The Animal Crossing chocolate egg had melted at some point over storage and travel, so it was very marbled by the time it got to me. The chocolate was very disappointing, but the figure was rather cute. It\u2019s Japan\u2019s version of a Kinder Egg really, but with lower quality chocolate. The Sakura flavoured green tea came with no instructions as to how to prepare it and since arriving, it has actually gone out of date. If they included a simple english translation for how to prepare it, it would have been very useful. I\u2019ve yet to try the Pok\u00e9mon snacks, all I know is that they are supposed to be a chocolate snack. I have also yet to try the big bag of Matcha Okoshi, which are green tea flavoured puffed rice cakes.<\/span><\/p>\n
The substitutes so far have been really delicious, from the mini sugar coated sponge bites - which were quite dry but would be great in a little desert with some cream and jam. The soybean flour and cane sugar sticks had an interesting flavour and texture but were very pleasant to snack on. Ultimately it was the matcha mochi choco that caught my attention. With a layer of green tea chocolate, that encased a mochi inside all in a small bite. It wasn't overpowering in any way and was the type of treat that made you consume it over time and not in one sitting. Kind of perfect for sharing really.<\/span><\/p>\n
For more information on how you can order your own box, look to the top of this review and head over to the link below so you can sign up today!<\/span><\/p>\n
https:\/\/www.nihonbox.com\/en<\/a><\/p>\n
That's the end of part 1, part 2 coming soon.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"Nihon Box April to December 2020 Review Part 1","post_excerpt":"I have a massive haul to talk about","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"nihon-box-april-to-december-2020-review-part-1","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:00:32","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:00:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206112","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":206081,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-03-26 19:49:57","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-26 19:49:57","post_content":"I am back once again with the latest SoKawaii box review. This months\u2019 box theme is \u201cSuper Kawaii Squad\u201d and features an interesting mix of items from Sailor Moon, Sanrio, San-X and PreCure. With two household items inside, we also have an unusual \u2018stationery\u2019 item and some collectable figures to add to your display cases. This month\u2019s box has got it all! So let\u2019s get the company description out of the way, shall we!<\/span>\n\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 5 to 6 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep each month. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media accounts. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts, particularly their Instagram one -<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_1\"$ \n\nFirst up, we have our household item which is perfect for the bathroom. With the Pompompurin Foaming Soap Dispenser, which is perfect for the bags of refillable liquid soap you can purchase in Lidl. Now as to how it creates the foam, I\u2019m unsure. As I haven\u2019t used this dispenser enough yet to see it fully working. Now Pompompurin is the only version available, which mightn\u2019t be to everyone's taste. I myself would have much preferred a Kuromi one! It\u2019s a plastic bottle at the end of the day, so it will last for quite some time, but it does look like something that would be bought rather cheaply.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_2\"$ \n\nOur second item this month is a small cat plush. Much similar to the ones we have gotten in the past, when we received the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range in last August\u2019 box. This very cute, fluffy and almost TsumTsum like sized plush is from the \u201cFunwari Korokoro Nayanko Neko '' plush range. Now I love these small plushies, so easy to stack and display in small spaces. I now have a small pyramid of these small plushies, so its very satisfying to look at them. The most adorable detail to these plushies, is that they all have a small black butthole sewn onto them! It\u2019s both hilarious and cute! There are six different cats available in this collection, with one supplied at random in every box this month.<\/span>\n\nUp next is our San-X item, which is a \u201cRilakkuma Friends Blind Box Figure\u201d, which has 6 different characters available. Now these items are rather large and are made of a hard plastic material that reminds me a lot of those bath toy figures you may have had as a child, that used to squirt water out of their months. Now they are hollow inside, but the detail is quite good and has a decent paint job. They are also fully licensed figures, as they are made by Bandai.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_3\"$ \n\nThe next item we have this month is a rather unusual one. As we have a \u201cMy Melody Adhesive Mirror set\u201d, which are basically reflective stickers that you can attach to the back of your phone, notebooks etc. Advertised as a \u2018handy mirror\u2019, for those quick touch ups. Now I don\u2019t see why they are saying that you can place it on the back of your phone, when in fact practically all mobile phones these days have a front and rear facing camera - making this item absolutely pointless. Unless you are a young girl that hasn\u2019t come of age yet to have the responsibility of a phone. Either way, this item is definitely aimed at a much younger generation compared to the people that actually subscribe to this box. It\u2019s more of a cheap filler item in my opinion.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_4\"$ \n\nNext up is our PreCure item! From the show \u201cHealin' Good♥Pretty Cure\u201d, comes this high quality melamine spoon. A rather large one at that, which is perfect to eat all of those deserts with. It\u2019s also a good rice spoon as well. It\u2019s also perfect for just displaying. With three designs available at random in March\u2019s box.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_5\"$ \n\nNow onto our final item this month, the one that has certainly made the box well worth the subscription cost! Each box for March received one of the five designs of the recently released Sailor Moon Q posket figures. Which featured Sailor Moon, Chibi Moon, Mars, Jupiter and Venus. Sailor Moon is all the rage at the moment due to the recent release of the Sailor Moon Eternal movies, which this collection is named after. Q Poskets are \u2018unusual\u2019 looking figures, made to bring attention to the eyes and large scale heads attached to the figures, mostly known as the chibi figure range. Which have been made by Banpresto. Although not entirely my cup of tea, as I prefer figures that are closer to the character design in the anime than chibi designs such as these, I was ecstatic to see that I actually got Sailor Moon in my box!<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_6\"$ \n\nAnd that has been March\u2019s So Kawaii box! Now let\u2019s get on to the all important information, for how YOU can begin your own subscription, as well as a special discount code just for you guys.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_7\"$ \n\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span>\n\n1 Month \u2013 $35.00 (\u20ac29.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n3 Months \u2013 $33.50 (\u20ac28.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n6 Months \u2013 $32.00 (\u20ac26.50mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n12 Months \u2013 $31.50 (\u20ac26.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\n\n http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\n\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of March\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 5 to 6 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. 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\u201cIt\u2019s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, with every parcel that arrives!!!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
Hello again my dears, the festive season is upon us once more and this month's box is like an early Christmas present to myself. We are now in the final month of what has been a chaotic 2020, a year like no other that had surprises around every corner whether we liked them or not! So in order to finish off this year, let\u2019s dive into the final SoKawaii subscription box of 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
This month\u2019s theme was \u2018Kawaii Christmas Party\u2019, which contained six items from both Sanrio, Animal Crossing, Kirby and Sumikko Gurashi. Two of which are filled with festive cheer, another three were practical and the last was a very popular Animal Crossing item in every combini in Japan. So let\u2019s get the usual info out of the way, of just how you can get your own box and subscription from SoKawaii! This box also marks SoKawaii\u2019s second anniversary!! So massive congratulations to all their dedicated team.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our first product this month was the already announced Christmas Ball Cushion from Sanrio. This squishable festive plush is available in two characters - Cinnamoroll and Pompompurin. Of which I got the adorable Golden Retriever mascot. These official mascots are well made and stuffed, with stretchy material that always returns to its original shape. The only thing I noticed was that the Christmas hat on my plush was barely stitched on in two places, but if you are handy with a needle and thread - its\u2019 a simple repair job. It\u2019s a perfect addition to any Christmas decor and will be well loved in my home for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our second product this month is also the previously announced Sanrio Christmas Blanket. This super fluffy lap blanket measures in at 70x100cm and features many Sanrio mascots including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Pochacco and more. Unfortunately I saw no sign of Kuromi, which was a bit of a bummer. It is an incredibly festive blanket though, going by the symbols I see on the tag this blanket is hand wash only so make sure you don't put it in the washing machine. Although I don't see why you couldn't just have it on a cold wash, its best not to tempt faith as I would hate to see this blanket get destroyed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next Sanrio product is a pack of eco-friendly paper straws. Which I am sure will come in very handy during the holiday season if you have guests coming over. With 30 straws inside, with two different color variations they are almost too cute to even use! We are now onto our Kirby item, which is a location exclusive Lip Cream which is available in two versions, being either Tokyo or Mount Fuji. The overall packaging is adorable and fully recyclable, however once you flip the front around you will notice how small the product actually is. Its all about the appearance for this lip cream, and it will definitely stand out in the shop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next product on the practical side is a body sponge from Sumikko Gurashi. Now I really liked the last set of sponges we got a few months back, that were also from Sumikko Gurashi. This one however is larger, looks perfect for lathering up your soap and will be needed to scrub away the negative effects that 2020 has left on all of us! This item is also available in four characters, including Shirokuma, Neko, Penguin and Tokage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
Leanne\u2019s Anime -<\/span> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. 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Hello everyone! Hope you are all keeping well, I have a massive haul to talk about today as last week I received 9 months worth of my Nihon Box subscriptions all of a sudden on my doorstep!<\/span><\/p>\n
As you guys are aware, I normally review the SoKawaii box each month. However that isn\u2019t the only subscription service I\u2019m with. Back in March 2020 I did a review of my very first Nihon Box, sadly when the pandemic started my boxes were stuck in their warehouse in Japan due to limited postal options. Almost a year has passed since my last box, when all of a sudden I came home one day to find two big FedEx boxes in my sitting room. The lovely people over at Nihon Box must have decided to rebox everyone's orders that they had been waiting on for so long and send them first class! So that way their warehouse would be empty of all back orders from 2020. To make it even more amazing, they had replaced any out of date food items with replacement ones. Such attention to detail and top class warehouse operatives too, as everything was packed with care. Not a single item was damaged, and there were a number of breakable items inside! I have to say, that team deserves more than just a round of applause!<\/span><\/p>\n
I\u2019ve known about this service for quite some time now, as I\u2019ve seen several unboxing videos from Doug D\u2019Marco on YouTube. Check out his channel if you can, he reviews several different subscription boxes and gives good, honest reviews. (<\/span>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/Angelraider78<\/u><\/span><\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
Much like SoKawaii, Nihon Box is a Japanese monthly subscription service that handpicks at least 6 items each month that are almost exclusive to Japan and ships them straight to your door. Their items are a mixture of Otaku Anime related merchandise and figures, as well as traditional Japanese items, from sweets to tableware. All of this is available to subscribe to for what I find a very affordable price each month.<\/span><\/p>\n
Like SoKawaii, the more months you pay upfront the cheaper the price for individual boxes will be.<\/span> https:\/\/www.nihonbox.com\/en<\/u><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n
Monthly is \u20ac29.99 plus shipping costs<\/span><\/p>\n
3 Months is a single payment of \u20ac86.97, making each box \u20ac28.99, plus shipping costs.<\/span><\/p>\n
6 Months is a single payment of \u20ac170.94, making each box \u20ac28.49, plus shipping costs.<\/span><\/p>\n
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This image is just a collection of a number of the traditional Japanese items that are included amongst every Nihon Box. From what I would deem as soba cups or green tea cups, which most often are not made with any handles. A Daruma, which I have just painted in the right eye of. I advise reading up on the history of this item as its actually quite sweet and interesting.<\/span><\/p>\n
We also have items which you would more than likely see at summer festivals in Japan, from a kitsune mask to a small paper balloon in the shape of a fish known as a Kingyo Kamif\u00fasen. There is also a traditional wind chime included, in the shape of a fish. Which would be lovely to have in front of a door or window when the summer breeze comes through. There is also a small cat figurine, known as a Maneki Neko Mokiji, decorated in maple leaves to celebrate the Autumn season. And a Washi Ningy\u00f3, which is a cute little figurine doll that was handmade from Japanese washi and kimono fabric. This beautiful little figure comes in her own display case and is just so precious to look upon. Alongside the two Ukiyo-e Sakura postcards, that are just another item that best represent the old Japanese historic art style.<\/span><\/p>\n
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These next few items include a decorative plate and insulated lunch bag from The Promised Neverland. A show that has been well represented this year in Nihon Box, as we also received a plushie of Emma. We also have a decorative Spirited Away hand fan known as a Uchiwa, which will come in very handy during the hot weather. Another authentic Made in Japan item is this Usagi tray, which can be used to hold your meal or sweets. Much like you were being served in authentic Japanese restaurant or ryokan.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Oooh now we are on to the high quality stuff here! Time for the figures, the best selling point about this service for me. Now not every month had a figure included, as they were sometimes switched out for a large plush - such as Ryuk in October and Rimuru in August. The rest of the months you are almost guaranteed a figure no matter what! So my new pride and joy on my shelf is the Asuka Langley figure from Evangelion from last July's box. That month gave you the chance of getting one of the four figures available in the Evangelion Shin Gekijouban figure range that was being released to mark what was the upcoming release of the fourth and final film - Rebuild of Evangelion. You could have gotten either Asuka, Rei, Kaworu or Evangelion Unit 13!<\/span><\/p>\n
We also have a Pok\u00e9mon ReMent figure from the Terrarium Volume 4 series, which had 6 to collect including Gengar, Totodile, Moltres, Slowpoke, Umbreon, as well as Pikachu sleeping on a Mareep.<\/span><\/p>\n
Last April's box included the 2020 Sakura Miku figure, which was brand new at the time. We also received a Kirby figure from the Solar Swing Collection, which was also featured in a SoKawaii box last year. Thankfully I received the other version that was available in this box, so my collection is now complete. Very cute item to have, which swings side to side when sunlight hits the small solar panel on the front of the figure base.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are finally onto our last three items! December\u2019s box included the Yami Yugi figurine from the Noodle Stopper collection. Although they are small scale statues, their poses allow them to sit freely on shelf corners - or indeed on the lid of your cup ramen as intended. For the size of the figure itself, its actually really well detailed and I adore it! From the same Noodle Stopper collection, comes the InuYasha figure from September's box. This was done for promotion of the latest InuYasha anime that was released last year - Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon.<\/span><\/p>\n
And last but not least, we have the Cardcaptor Sakura: Special Rocket Beat Figure! Which was only recently released at the time this box was filled, so I am super lucky that this figure was included in the box at all!<\/span><\/p>\n
Nihon Box always does their best to follow the latest anime trends as well as finding items from fan favorite shows in order to always appeal to their customer base. With items from classic shows such as InuYasha, GTO and Cardcaptor Sakura, to the newer franchises including The Promised Neverland and Demon Slayer. They not only source out some decent quality figures, but also to make sure that each month their box represents another unique aspect of Japan - from its food, to its culture, art, history and beliefs. It\u2019s a well rounded box, for both anime fans and cultural fans. For me, they are just a step above the likes of SoKawaii box just for their variety in products and value for money in the items you receive. Although SoKawaii are currently more reliable when it comes to shipping, it\u2019s simply only the side effects of the pandemic that has put them both on an even playing field. End of the day, I highly enjoy both of these subscriptions and don't see myself cancelling either of them anything soon.<\/span><\/p>\n
For more information on how you can order your own box, look to the top of this review and head over to the link below so you can sign up today!<\/span><\/p>\n
https:\/\/www.nihonbox.com\/en<\/u><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n
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Hello everyone! Hope you are all keeping well, I have a massive haul to talk about today as last week I received 9 months worth of my Nihon Box subscriptions all of a sudden on my doorstep!<\/span><\/p>\n
As you guys are aware, I normally review the SoKawaii box each month. However that isn\u2019t the only subscription service I\u2019m with. Back in March 2020 I did a review of my very first Nihon Box, sadly when the pandemic started my boxes were stuck in their warehouse in Japan due to limited postal options. Almost a year has passed since my last box, when all of a sudden I came home one day to find two big FedEx boxes in my sitting room. The lovely people over at Nihon Box must have decided to rebox everyone's orders that they had been waiting on for so long and send them first class! So that way their warehouse would be empty of all back orders from 2020. To make it even more amazing, they had replaced any out of date food items with replacement ones. Such attention to detail and top class warehouse operatives too, as everything was packed with care. Not a single item was damaged, and there were a number of breakable items inside! I have to say, that team deserves more than just a round of applause!<\/span><\/p>\n
I\u2019ve known about this service for quite some time now, as I\u2019ve seen several unboxing videos from Doug D\u2019Marco on YouTube. Check out his channel if you can, he reviews several different subscription boxes and gives good, honest reviews. (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/Angelraider78)<\/span><\/p>\n
Much like SoKawaii, Nihon Box is a Japanese monthly subscription service that handpicks at least 6 items each month that are almost exclusive to Japan and ships them straight to your door. Their items are a mixture of Otaku Anime related merchandise and figures, as well as traditional Japanese items, from sweets to tableware. All of this is available to subscribe to for what I find a very affordable price each month.<\/span><\/p>\n
Like SoKawaii, the more months you pay upfront the cheaper the price for individual boxes will be.<\/span> https:\/\/www.nihonbox.com\/en<\/a><\/p>\n
Monthly is \u20ac29.99 plus shipping costs<\/span><\/p>\n
3 Months is a single payment of \u20ac86.97, making each box \u20ac28.99, plus shipping costs.<\/span><\/p>\n
6 Months is a single payment of \u20ac170.94, making each box \u20ac28.49, plus shipping costs.<\/span><\/p>\n
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So let\u2019s move on to the types of items you could get in your box - or when 9 months of them just show up on your doorstep! So I have split the items up into different categories. So up first, I have the shirts that arrived. Back last October, Nihon Box got into the spooky vibe and included some Death Note merch - including this very cool looking T-shirt. Everything is official merch, so you can imagine the excitement seeing something like this included. The sizes are pretty accurate, well made and a nice vibrant print as well. Then we have the Naruto shirt that came in May\u2019s box. Followed by the ever popular Kimetsu no Yaiba Demon Slayer shirt that was included in August\u2019 box. Nihon Box tends to switch it up every couple of months as to when they include shirts.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the plushie section of the review. So over the course of 9 months, they included plushies from various popular animes in just 6 of those months. We have both large, medium and small plushies, from classic shows including Death Note, DragonBall Z and Fairy Tail. As well as more recent shows, including Fire Force, The Promised Neverland and That Time I Was Reincarnated As A Slime. It was only in May\u2019s box, was there a possibility of getting either a Majin Buu or a Goku Daruma shaped plush. The rest of the character plushies were main cast or lead characters from their respective shows. For me, the Rimuru slime plush was the crowning jewel from this plush haul.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up we have the everyday items, which include items for your lunch, some chopsticks and that all important toothbrush for your oral care. So we got a City Hunter lunch box, from a rather old anime from the late 80s and early 90s. Followed by a GTO Great Teacher Onizuka tumbler, from another classic anime from the year 2000. We also got two sets of chopsticks, from just a classic red pair with rabbits decorating the handles and a pair of cute Pikachu ones that come with their own carry case. This item was available in two different designs back last November, the other design was the classic Pok\u00e9ball print. April\u2019s box included a large Cardcaptor Sakura melamine spoon, the perfect size to eat your ramen with. May\u2019s box held a Pok\u00e9mon kozara plate, which is meant for more decoration than use. It\u2019s roughly the size of your palm and features both Pikachu and Wingull on a traditional wave shaped art pattern. And lastly, we have a single My Neighbour Totoro bamboo toothbrush.<\/span><\/p>\n
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This image is more of the miscellaneous items that were included. I have to admit, I do really love this Gengar face cloth that was included in October's box. Great quality, fully licensed and straight from the Pok\u00e9mon store! We also received two laminated posters, from two of the most popular and iconic animes - Naruto & Bleach. We even received a small acrylic card from DragonBall, with 50 character designs available. It will take you quite some time to collect them all if you\u2019re a massive fan. They can pop out from the card and stand freely, well detailed and just a nice small item to have on your shelf. Every few months, if you have a continuous subscription, the lovely people over at Nihon Box throw in the odd loyalty bonus item. Mine included a Kirby pen, a Re: Zero blindbox keychain and a Mario Shell key cover.<\/span><\/p>\n
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This is turning into a super long review! The next couple of items come from numerous shows and games from a number of genres. First up we have a frisbee with Kirby's glorious face printed on the front, for all the summer fun we all hope to have this year. We also have a One Piece clear file, from the Wano Kuni arc of the show when they were all dressed as samurai. We also have a Shonen Jump Vinyl case, which you could have gotten in three designs including Dragon Ball, One Piece and Naruro. It could also be used as a pencil case, or even a mask case during this pandemic. Moving on we got a Naruto Shippuden Tower Stand, which is quite handy to store all your pens and pencils in so they are always at the ready. I also got a pair of Dragon Ball Tabi socks, which are the iconic socks from Japan you always see when they wear sandals. It\u2019s a sock that just separates your big toe for the rest of them. Quite comfy when you get used to the feeling. Something you don\u2019t see very often included in subscription boxes, is Kingdom Hearts merch. Of which we got a can badge mystery box pin in July's box, with 13 to collect. I also got another Demon Slayer bull clip plush, from the same collection and even the same character that I received in a past SoKawaii box. Our Pok\u00e9mon item was a coaster\/strap, which featured one of 6 first generation Pok\u00e9mon in a pixel art design. Of which I actually got Mew! The last item in this picture was a Kokoro Basket mascot keychain.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Now we are on to the food items! Now there have been a number of substitutions due to expired dates on original packets, so not every item I received was intended. I have tried quite a few of these items since, some have been well a bit hit and miss. The Animal Crossing chocolate egg had melted at some point over storage and travel, so it was very marbled by the time it got to me. The chocolate was very disappointing, but the figure was rather cute. It\u2019s Japan\u2019s version of a Kinder Egg really, but with lower quality chocolate. The Sakura flavoured green tea came with no instructions as to how to prepare it and since arriving, it has actually gone out of date. If they included a simple english translation for how to prepare it, it would have been very useful. I\u2019ve yet to try the Pok\u00e9mon snacks, all I know is that they are supposed to be a chocolate snack. I have also yet to try the big bag of Matcha Okoshi, which are green tea flavoured puffed rice cakes.<\/span><\/p>\n
The substitutes so far have been really delicious, from the mini sugar coated sponge bites - which were quite dry but would be great in a little desert with some cream and jam. The soybean flour and cane sugar sticks had an interesting flavour and texture but were very pleasant to snack on. Ultimately it was the matcha mochi choco that caught my attention. With a layer of green tea chocolate, that encased a mochi inside all in a small bite. It wasn't overpowering in any way and was the type of treat that made you consume it over time and not in one sitting. Kind of perfect for sharing really.<\/span><\/p>\n
For more information on how you can order your own box, look to the top of this review and head over to the link below so you can sign up today!<\/span><\/p>\n
https:\/\/www.nihonbox.com\/en<\/a><\/p>\n
That's the end of part 1, part 2 coming soon.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"Nihon Box April to December 2020 Review Part 1","post_excerpt":"I have a massive haul to talk about","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"nihon-box-april-to-december-2020-review-part-1","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:00:32","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:00:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206112","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":206081,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-03-26 19:49:57","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-26 19:49:57","post_content":"I am back once again with the latest SoKawaii box review. This months\u2019 box theme is \u201cSuper Kawaii Squad\u201d and features an interesting mix of items from Sailor Moon, Sanrio, San-X and PreCure. With two household items inside, we also have an unusual \u2018stationery\u2019 item and some collectable figures to add to your display cases. This month\u2019s box has got it all! So let\u2019s get the company description out of the way, shall we!<\/span>\n\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 5 to 6 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep each month. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media accounts. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts, particularly their Instagram one -<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_1\"$ \n\nFirst up, we have our household item which is perfect for the bathroom. With the Pompompurin Foaming Soap Dispenser, which is perfect for the bags of refillable liquid soap you can purchase in Lidl. Now as to how it creates the foam, I\u2019m unsure. As I haven\u2019t used this dispenser enough yet to see it fully working. Now Pompompurin is the only version available, which mightn\u2019t be to everyone's taste. I myself would have much preferred a Kuromi one! It\u2019s a plastic bottle at the end of the day, so it will last for quite some time, but it does look like something that would be bought rather cheaply.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_2\"$ \n\nOur second item this month is a small cat plush. Much similar to the ones we have gotten in the past, when we received the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range in last August\u2019 box. This very cute, fluffy and almost TsumTsum like sized plush is from the \u201cFunwari Korokoro Nayanko Neko '' plush range. Now I love these small plushies, so easy to stack and display in small spaces. I now have a small pyramid of these small plushies, so its very satisfying to look at them. The most adorable detail to these plushies, is that they all have a small black butthole sewn onto them! It\u2019s both hilarious and cute! There are six different cats available in this collection, with one supplied at random in every box this month.<\/span>\n\nUp next is our San-X item, which is a \u201cRilakkuma Friends Blind Box Figure\u201d, which has 6 different characters available. Now these items are rather large and are made of a hard plastic material that reminds me a lot of those bath toy figures you may have had as a child, that used to squirt water out of their months. Now they are hollow inside, but the detail is quite good and has a decent paint job. They are also fully licensed figures, as they are made by Bandai.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_3\"$ \n\nThe next item we have this month is a rather unusual one. As we have a \u201cMy Melody Adhesive Mirror set\u201d, which are basically reflective stickers that you can attach to the back of your phone, notebooks etc. Advertised as a \u2018handy mirror\u2019, for those quick touch ups. Now I don\u2019t see why they are saying that you can place it on the back of your phone, when in fact practically all mobile phones these days have a front and rear facing camera - making this item absolutely pointless. Unless you are a young girl that hasn\u2019t come of age yet to have the responsibility of a phone. Either way, this item is definitely aimed at a much younger generation compared to the people that actually subscribe to this box. It\u2019s more of a cheap filler item in my opinion.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_4\"$ \n\nNext up is our PreCure item! From the show \u201cHealin' Good♥Pretty Cure\u201d, comes this high quality melamine spoon. A rather large one at that, which is perfect to eat all of those deserts with. It\u2019s also a good rice spoon as well. It\u2019s also perfect for just displaying. With three designs available at random in March\u2019s box.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_5\"$ \n\nNow onto our final item this month, the one that has certainly made the box well worth the subscription cost! Each box for March received one of the five designs of the recently released Sailor Moon Q posket figures. Which featured Sailor Moon, Chibi Moon, Mars, Jupiter and Venus. Sailor Moon is all the rage at the moment due to the recent release of the Sailor Moon Eternal movies, which this collection is named after. Q Poskets are \u2018unusual\u2019 looking figures, made to bring attention to the eyes and large scale heads attached to the figures, mostly known as the chibi figure range. Which have been made by Banpresto. Although not entirely my cup of tea, as I prefer figures that are closer to the character design in the anime than chibi designs such as these, I was ecstatic to see that I actually got Sailor Moon in my box!<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_6\"$ \n\nAnd that has been March\u2019s So Kawaii box! Now let\u2019s get on to the all important information, for how YOU can begin your own subscription, as well as a special discount code just for you guys.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_7\"$ \n\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span>\n\n1 Month \u2013 $35.00 (\u20ac29.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n3 Months \u2013 $33.50 (\u20ac28.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n6 Months \u2013 $32.00 (\u20ac26.50mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n12 Months \u2013 $31.50 (\u20ac26.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\n\n http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\n\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of March\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 5 to 6 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. April\u2019s box theme is \u201cFull Bloom Sakura\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon and Sanrio, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\n\n https:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>","post_title":"SoKawaii March 2021 Box Review","post_excerpt":"I am back once again","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-march-2021-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:11:24","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:11:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206081","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205804,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-12-23 20:45:41","post_date_gmt":"2020-12-23 20:45:41","post_content":"\n
Kawaii Christmas Party<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, with every parcel that arrives!!!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
Hello again my dears, the festive season is upon us once more and this month's box is like an early Christmas present to myself. We are now in the final month of what has been a chaotic 2020, a year like no other that had surprises around every corner whether we liked them or not! So in order to finish off this year, let\u2019s dive into the final SoKawaii subscription box of 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
This month\u2019s theme was \u2018Kawaii Christmas Party\u2019, which contained six items from both Sanrio, Animal Crossing, Kirby and Sumikko Gurashi. Two of which are filled with festive cheer, another three were practical and the last was a very popular Animal Crossing item in every combini in Japan. So let\u2019s get the usual info out of the way, of just how you can get your own box and subscription from SoKawaii! This box also marks SoKawaii\u2019s second anniversary!! So massive congratulations to all their dedicated team.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our first product this month was the already announced Christmas Ball Cushion from Sanrio. This squishable festive plush is available in two characters - Cinnamoroll and Pompompurin. Of which I got the adorable Golden Retriever mascot. These official mascots are well made and stuffed, with stretchy material that always returns to its original shape. The only thing I noticed was that the Christmas hat on my plush was barely stitched on in two places, but if you are handy with a needle and thread - its\u2019 a simple repair job. It\u2019s a perfect addition to any Christmas decor and will be well loved in my home for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our second product this month is also the previously announced Sanrio Christmas Blanket. This super fluffy lap blanket measures in at 70x100cm and features many Sanrio mascots including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Pochacco and more. Unfortunately I saw no sign of Kuromi, which was a bit of a bummer. It is an incredibly festive blanket though, going by the symbols I see on the tag this blanket is hand wash only so make sure you don't put it in the washing machine. Although I don't see why you couldn't just have it on a cold wash, its best not to tempt faith as I would hate to see this blanket get destroyed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next Sanrio product is a pack of eco-friendly paper straws. Which I am sure will come in very handy during the holiday season if you have guests coming over. With 30 straws inside, with two different color variations they are almost too cute to even use! We are now onto our Kirby item, which is a location exclusive Lip Cream which is available in two versions, being either Tokyo or Mount Fuji. The overall packaging is adorable and fully recyclable, however once you flip the front around you will notice how small the product actually is. Its all about the appearance for this lip cream, and it will definitely stand out in the shop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next product on the practical side is a body sponge from Sumikko Gurashi. Now I really liked the last set of sponges we got a few months back, that were also from Sumikko Gurashi. This one however is larger, looks perfect for lathering up your soap and will be needed to scrub away the negative effects that 2020 has left on all of us! This item is also available in four characters, including Shirokuma, Neko, Penguin and Tokage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Over the last number of weeks I have been researching ways of buying anime merch and statues from Japan, as I was supposed to be on a two week holiday in Tokyo at the beginning of October. However due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions, those long anticipated travel plans have been put on hold for the next while. In order to try and regain some of the enjoyment of figure hunting in Akihabara, I decided to have a look and see what kind of sellers there are that sell Kuji prizes and decently priced figures. And so I came across \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 page over on Facebook. Which you can check out in the link here - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a>) . Leanne has turned her passion for anime into a business, where she can not only create mystery boxes of popular anime, but she also seeks out and is able to get official anime merch and figures straight from Japan. If you are looking for anything in particular that is exclusive to Japan, Leanne is the one to get in contact with. Her business is based in the UK, but does ship to most countries at a reasonable cost. It was only an extra \u00a310.00 to ship a box to me in Ireland. \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 has been up and running now for the last two years and she has since gathered quite a following of clients, with over 900 people currently following her page. There has been nothing but positive interactions and reviews from what I have seen, with regular page updates and new stock always coming in.<\/span><\/p>\n
So I decided to take a leap of faith and treat myself to a \u00a355 Demon Slayer mystery box to see what was inside.<\/span><\/p>\n
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First off, I received this box in the post on a Monday morning when it was only posted out on a Saturday in England . Now that was a quick turnaround service. It arrived in a medium box and everything appeared well wrapped, with zero damage or wear and tear. Seeing as all these items were once shipped from Japan to the Uk, and then onto me. I was expecting some bit of damage, but all appeared in excellent condition. So the first item that caught my eye was this Demon Slayer Mini Poster, which was an E prize in an old Kuji lottery. This is a high quality looking picture, that was full of action and the main cast. I just wish the image was laminated so it can be better protected and preserved. I also received a Tanjiro mascot plush, which I think originated from a store and not a Kuji. These things aren\u2019t exactly cheap to buy brand new in Japan, so this was a nice addition.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we have a mystery box item, where you can get one of six different characters. Each of which appear similar to a small tsum tsum plush, but their hands act like a bulldog clip. Their legs act like the lever to open and close them. So you can attach them to books, fabric or even as a hanging decoration. I was lucky enough to get Nezuko in this box, and I have to be honest her design is a lot creepier in real life than what appears on the side of the box!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is the absolute gem of the box for me, and that is this official Kanao figure. I have seen this particular figure go for around \u00a330 just on her own, so was quite surprised to see her included in the box. Although she is not amongst the main characters in the show, her character background is highly memorable just from the first season. As you can see from the picture, there is a lot of detail gone into her form the show. She is in her Demon Slaying uniform, with her sword bound to her hip and also has that iconic butterfly hair accessory. Which also ties her to her squad and Captain who sports something similar. Now I am on the hunt for even more Demon Slayer characters to join her on my shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Moving on we also have two rubber strap keychains from the same Demon Slayer Kuji the art print came from. On the left we have Giyu, who was one out of nine possible characters I could have gotten. This was a very lucky box, as I was actually hoping to pull him. This rubber strap was the I prize in that particular lottery. The one on the right was the H prize, of which I pulled Makomo. Once again she was another Demon Slayer who had such a heartbreaking backstory. Really glad I got her, she was also a one in nine characters I could have gotten. I am also surprised to see how big these rubber straps were in person, as I was not expecting them to be very big. You can even see the size comparison to the figure box behind them. So at the moment I have them displayed on a Cork Board I bought a few months back.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, I also got a cushion cover in this mystery box of Nezuko! This cover is actually really good quality, with a solid zip and stitching I really wasn\u2019t expecting. Thankfully I had a spare pillow hiding around the place that I was able to instantly switch out for this new living room decor!<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it, that was a \u00a355 \u2018Demon Slayer\u2019 Mystery Box from Leanne\u2019s Anime. Was it worth the price? I believe so, to play a single Kuji ticket in Japan it ranges from 700 to 900 yen depending on the lottery. That's roughly \u20ac7 to \u20ac9 a ticket. We got three official Kuji prizes, a plush keychain from a store, a mystery Demon Slayer box, a figure and a cushion cover. At a convention I would easily see stalls push up the prices of certain popular figures such as these to nearly \u20ac50, and people would buy them. The quality and overall value of the goods inside the box are more than worth the price tag, especially when none of these are readily available to buy overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n
I highly advise checking out \u2018Leanne\u2019s Anime\u2019 over on Facebook, as she is constantly updating with new stock and offers. I will definitely be going back to her again in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n
Leanne\u2019s Anime -<\/span> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Leannes-anime-118660289526150\/posts\/?ref=page_internal<\/a><\/p>\n
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As Ireland heads into its second lockdown of the year, at least I have my October SoKawaii box to enjoy over the next few weeks. This months\u2019 theme is focused on the Spooky season as Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year is going to be a very down played celebration, I have the popcorn bought and the list of movies lined up to enjoy on All Hallows Eve! Also did you know that Halloween originated in Ireland? It\u2019s true!<\/span><\/p>\n
So onto this months\u2019 box, we have 100% licensed products from Studio Ghibli, Sanrio and DoReMi. With a number of household and stationary items included, it really is a practical bunch of gifts. I mean I see the plush as well needed during these unsettling times.
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So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 8 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first gift in this month's box is this adorable Halloween themed Kuromi plush from Sanrio. Which is in fact my very first Kuromi plush, which I am delighted about. Where Kuromi usually sports a black and purple theme, for this Fall season, she is switching out her purple for the Pumpkin Orange look. Although not my favorite look or her\u2019s, it is still adorable and well made. On the back there is a small zipper, which hides a very small pocket which might just hide a coin or two and nothing more. There is also a keychain on top that allows you to hang it from your bag, a hook or even your bedpost.<\/span><\/p>\n
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On to our second gift, next up we have another Sanrio Halloween themed item in the form of this Cinnamoroll pouch. This is the second month in a row now we have gotten a Sanrio pouch, although this one is larger in size and of better quality - in all honesty how many pouches does one person need?! The design is adorable, with a spooky looking Cinnamoroll and background. With a strong zip and decent size pouch, you could easily fill this up with all that spare cash we all have or just full of candy!<\/span><\/p>\n
We are now half way through this box and SoKawaii have added a bit of a throw back to what would be classed as an old anime now. They have added a fold out memo pad from \u2018Magical Doremi\u2019, a magical girl series that first debuted back in 1999 that is still being adapted even today. This is very high quality and looks like it must have come from a pop up store, as I imagine it would be pretty rare to find something from this franchise in stores very often. This product is available in two designs, which has 6 different memo pads inside that correspond to each character.<\/span><\/p>\n
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We are now on to the first of our Studio Ghibli items, with this 500ml tumbler. It\u2019s decorated all round with the classic Totoro characters and a forest theme, it doesn\u2019t have anything that actually themes it exclusively to Halloween or even Fall. In fact you could easily use this all year round. It comes with a straw, a screw-on lid and is BPA free. It is also very simple to clean, but I wouldn\u2019t chance putting it in the dishwasher as I would be afraid the design would come off.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second Studio Ghibli item is this adorable set of Jiji chopsticks, featuring the iconic black cat from Kiki\u2019s Delivery Service. These bamboo chopsticks are essential when it comes to eating that next Cup Noodle in the middle of the night, in fact what will be the first meal you eat with these chopsticks? Let me know in the comments below or on our social media. It is also not dishwasher safe, so once again this product is best to hand wash.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And now our final item is this Sanrio Candy Mold featuring My Melody. This is our third kitchen item this month and is perfect for those that love making their own sweet treats. These molds look like they will make some adorable chocolate characters, not sure I have the patience to even give it a go though as I may just end up eating the melted chocolate halfway through the recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n
And there we have it folks, that was October\u2019s SoKawaii box. Kinda surprised they didn\u2019t include some sort of sweet treat, instead they included a chocolate mould. Overall I really enjoyed this box, simply for the plush and tumbler. The rest was just a bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of October\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. November\u2019s box theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine movie (originally released in 1968) is an animated musical fantasy film inspired by the music of The Beatles. In the film, Paul, John, George and Ringo agree to accompany Captain Fred in his Yellow Submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDirected by animation producer George Dunning, the film received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Since its original release, the movie has become a cornerstone of contemporary popular culture and has inspired generations of award-winning animators.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan\u2019s official illustrated adaptation of The Beatles: Yellow Submarine is written and illustrated by Bill Morrison <\/strong>\u2013 writer and artist from The Simpsons Comics<\/em>. As a huge fan of The Beatles, this has been a labor of love for Bill, twenty years in the making.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be publishing The Beatles: Yellow Submarine for the 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary of this fantastic movie,\u201d said Chris Teather, Publishing Director at Titan Comics. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait for Beatles fans to experience this official adaptation.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe Beatles: Yellow Submarine Official illustrated adaptation from Titan is due to hit stores in 2018.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u00a0ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR\u00a0<\/strong>CAN I HAVE A LITTLE MORE?!\u00a0<\/strong>TITAN MERCHANDISE ANNOUNCES\u00a0<\/strong>THEIR THIRD WAVE OF YELLOW\u00a0<\/strong>SUBMARINE TITANS!<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nTitan Merchandise <\/strong>is proud to sail the ship, chop the tree and announce their third wave of releases in their deal with Apple Corps Ltd <\/strong>to produce an ongoing range of their award-winning TITANS<\/strong> vinyl collectibles, based upon The Beatles\u2019 <\/strong>ultra-psychedelic cartoon classic, Yellow Submarine.<\/strong> The deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles\u2019 North American licensing agent.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHot on the heels of their just-released Sgt Pepper 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary 4.5\u201d window-boxed TITANS set (featuring the Fab Four in their animated Lonely Hearts Club Band uniforms alongside the iconic Sgt Pepper drum), they\u2019re releasing a second 3\u201d blind-box wave, The \u201cAll Together Now\u201d Collection, sailing out of Titan HQ in July 2017!<\/span>\r\n\r\nFeaturing the Fab Four in both glorious black & white and as their older selves (you know, when they are 64)! Plus some more crazy Blue Meanies and their wild partners in badness - the Apple Bonker, the Snapping Turtle Turk & the fearsome Four-Headed Bulldog \u2013 alongside some funky new Yellow Submarine variants!<\/span>\r\n\r\nEach TITAN is 3\u201d blind-boxed and there are 2 hidden chase figures in every 18-figure PDQ (or counter display case, if you're from Merrie Olde England) for Beatlemaniacs to hunt and collect!<\/span>\r\n\r\nAndrew Sumner, EVP of Titan Merchandise, said: \u201cWe\u2019ve been blown away by the response to our Yellow Submarine TITANS and the incredible support we\u2019ve had from both Apple Corps and Beatles fans all over the world. Our third wave of Yellow Submarine TITANS items is a big thank you for all that support\u00a0 \u2013 with love from us to them. And we\u2019re only getting started \u2013 wait until you see what\u2019s coming for Yellow Submarine\u2019s 50^{th<\/sup> Anniversary in 2018!\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit:<\/span>\r\n}}}https:\/\/www.titan-comics.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/ComicsTitan<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/facebook.com\/ComicsTitan<\/a>\r\n\r\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/TitanMerch<\/a>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nSave<\/span>\r\n\r\nSave<\/span>\r\n\r\nSave<\/span>","post_title":"Yellow Submarine Illustrated Adaptation And Vinyl Figures from Titan","post_excerpt":"All Together Now!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"yellow-submarine-illustrated-adaptation-and-vinyl-figures-from-titan","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2018-09-20 18:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2018-09-20 18:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=185395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_3o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
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