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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. 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We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.soka<\/a>waii.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.soka<\/a>waii.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. 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Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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

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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.soka<\/a>waii.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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 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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.soka<\/a>waii.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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 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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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 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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.soka<\/a>waii.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.soka<\/a>waii.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.soka<\/a>waii.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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\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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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":"SoKawaii June 2021 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Dreamy creatures","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-june-2021-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 02:38:57","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 01:38:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206549","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\nhttp:\/\/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\nhttps:\/\/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":205896,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-01-22 15:13:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 15:13:38","post_content":"

SoKawaii January 2021<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Happy New Year peeps!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\nWe are now in a new year and January feels like it will last an eternity at this rate. So thankfully, like clockwork my SoKawaii box lands on my doorstep yet again with a collection of items that I hope bring some joy and laughter to us all. So let\u2019s dive into the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span>\n\nThis month\u2019s box theme is \u2018Cheers To A Kawaii Year\u2019, and features six products from Sanrio, Sailor Moon and even Animal Crossing. They range from household items, to help with storage, cleaning and some decoration. Another is great for time keeping and the last is another addition to all of our stationary supplies. So if you are new to these reviews, then let's begin with what exactly SoKawaii is.<\/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 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>\n\n\"sokawaiijanuary2021_1\"\n\nOur first item this month is a Sanrio Daruma plush, which is available in two designs, featuring either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Daruma are a very popular good luck charm in Japan, and are usually bought at the beginning of the new year. They are commonly painted red and are purchased as a gift for encouragement. When bought, the figure's eyes are both blank white. A user will then select a goal or wish and paint in the left eye of the figure's two eyes. Once the desired goal is achieved, the right eye is filled in. At the end of each year, the doll is burned and a new one is bought. Is a lovely little ritual that also acts as a source of encouragement to help you complete your wish and fill in that second eye. The plush that we receive in this box is based off of these dolls, but thankfully they come with their eyes attached! They are well stitched and made of soft material, perfect as either a throw plush or some seasonal decor.<\/span>\n\n\"sokawaiijanuary2021_2\"\n\nOur second item is also from Sanrio, as we all receive a small towel mascot. Made of flannel fabric and with a small hook to hang it up, its a small face towel at best to have about in your bathroom. It is available in three characters, including Kuromi, Cinnamoroll and Pompompurin.<\/span>\n\nMoving on from an item to clean yourself with, we also get six individual Sanrio sponges to prepare for that upcoming Spring clean! Each sponge features a Sanrio character printed on one side, as we get two of Hello Kitty, My Melody and Pompompurin. These sponges are made of melamine material, small in size but could perform well maybe. I haven\u2019t used these yet for cleaning, so I have high expectations for these. Interestingly enough, I googled what the material was and found this description: \u201cIt is used as the main sound and thermal insulation material for bullet trains, due to its high sound absorption, excellent thermal insulation performance and lightweight.\u201d The more you know I guess!<\/span>\n\n\"sokawaiijanuary2021_3\"\n\nOur fourth item this month is the previously announced Sailor Moon Kira Kira jar. This is all to tie in with this month's announcement of the all new \u2018Sailor Moon Eternal\u2019 movie releasing in Japan. Made of hard pink plastic and gives a geometric look in its design. It is a tad squeeky when trying to open it, but is very handy to store your accessories, cosmetics or stationary. For me, I use it to store my go-go\u2019s. That's hair scrunchies to those of you in the U.S.<\/span>\n\n\"sokawaiijanuary2021_4\"\n\nNext up we have our final Sanrio items, which are a three pack of scented pencils. Available in three character designs, including Pompompurin, Little Twin Stars and Gudetama. They are lightly scented, but I\u2019m not entirely sure what off as its that lightly scented. Either way, its still quite handy having some pencils, but I would have preferred either a mechanical pencil or pens. Kinda surprised they didn't include a calendar or pocket diary of sorts this month. Either of which would have been more useful.<\/span>\n\n\"sokawaiijanuary2021_5\"\n\nLast but not least, we have our Animal Crossing item which is a \u2018Uki Uki Watch\u2019. Which looks to have been a gacha prize, going by how it came packaged. This was available in 5 different designs, which all associated to an ingame character. It features a digital screen underneath a die-cut character symbol. That sits on top of a printed strap. It\u2019s a must have for a die hard Animal Crossing fan, for others it may look slightly kiddish. I\u2019ve never gotten into Animal Crossing but can already think of a number of people I could give this to.<\/span>\n\nAnd there we have it folks, that was 2021\u2019s very first SoKawaii 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\"sokawaiijanuary2021_6\"\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\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\n\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of January\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. February\u2019s box theme is \u201cFrom SoKawaii, With Love\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and San-X, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\n\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>","post_title":"SoKawaii January 2021 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Happy new year","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-january-2021-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:54:03","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:54:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205896","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

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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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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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We are now 9 months into this incredibly unpredictable year, but thankfully we still have SoKawaii arriving at our doorsteps each month with no hassle. This month\u2019s theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, with perfect timing as schools and colleges have just started to reopen again. The items inside are there to help you as you prepare to go back for another year of education, featuring some products from Sailor Moon, Sanrio and Pokemon!<\/span><\/p>\r\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.c<\/a>om\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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The largest item we have this month and is no doubt the one you will spot the second you open your box, is this Cinnamoroll Sakura bag from Sanrio. This large plush handbag is fairly practical as it has a decent size pocket inside which will be able to fit your phone and perhaps a few pens or a small wallet. It will be even more practical for students as a pillow they can get some sleep on whilst waiting around in college after a session the night before. This is sure to be a very sought after bag come RAG or Freshers week. The only downside is that its\u2019 white, which will make it almost impossible to keep clean whilst travelling.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our next two items are also from Sanrio, so let\u2019s begin with our guaranteed Kuromi pouch. This is actually the first Kuromi item I have been lucky enough to receive ever since I started my subscription in April 2019. With this pouch you could use it for a number of things, from carrying make-up to toiletries, stationary or even some coins. It\u2019ll no doubt serve some purpose.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Our third item features My Melody, who is Kuromi\u2019s rival within Sanrio. We get a pair of Magnet clips in the shape of My Melody's head which are ideal to use both on the fridge or on a magnet memo board. The other suggestions given on the packaging include using it as a money clip or as a bookmark. They are useful for holding notes on the fridge, especially those that include those all important exam dates and holidays!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Moving on, we now have our Pok\u00e9mon item. Which was the already announced Pikachu mug from the Pok\u00e9mon Girly Collection. This white ceramic mug thankfully arrived in one piece, although short in stature it will still be more than capable of getting that much needed coffee into you each morning. As well as those well deserved hot chocolates as we get closer and closer to the Christmas season. Best to wash this by hand though, as it may be difficult to locate a similar one if it ends up broken.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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We are now onto our final two items, both of which belong in the stationary section. First up we have a Sailor Moon Crystal pen from Dr. Grip. This 0.5mm mechanical pencil is stunning, with two shades of pink on the outside, the inner design showcases both Sailor Moon and Chibi Moon together. Seeing as it\u2019s a mechanical pencil, it should be possible to find refills fairly easily so you can keep using this pen for years to come! It is definitely a must have item for your studies this year!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Following that we have a clear file from Sumikko Gurashi. This item was available in six designs, compared to the other items in this box are all guaranteed in every crate! Now I\u2019m not a massive fan of clear files, but I can see their uses. The design really comes to life as soon as you put a sheet of paper in there. Perfect if you end up getting handouts during class and don't want to have them get all mixed up in your bag. Although a normal poly pocket would do the same job, it certainly wouldn't be as cute as this clear file!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And there we have it folks, that is the end of the September SoKawaii box review. How did ye find it? Pleasant I hope! This month feels like all the focus was mostly on the plush bag and cup. I\u2019m hoping that next month we might get a better variety of items. I honestly don\u2019t think my shelves could take another cup being added. Let me know in the comments below or on our social media, which item was your favorite and if you have subscribed to SoKawaii as well! Would love to hear from you all.<\/span><\/p>\r\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. So that\u2019s why at the moment, I have 6 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! 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>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryheal<\/a>y<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of September\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. October\u2019s box theme is \u201cHalloween Masquerade\u201d, which will feature goods fromStudio Ghibli, Sanrio and Magical Doremi, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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<\/p>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii September 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Too kawaii for school","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-september-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-09-25 17:23:32","post_modified_gmt":"2020-09-25 16:23:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205397","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205198,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_date_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content":"It is August already and the World is still in a heap, but thankfully we have boxes like SoKawaii that continue to bring a smile to our faces with their monthly deliveries that land on your doorstep before you even get that dispatch email. Well that\u2019s what happened to me the last two months, this one arrived on a Thursday in Ireland - yet I only got the email on Saturday saying it was leaving Japan! It is a much needed welcome surprise nonetheless, as my travel plans for Japan this year have just been cancelled for the foreseeable future due to travel restrictions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo regarding August\u2019 box, this month\u2019s theme was \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d - which includes some very useful everyday items, a ReMent figure, adorable Sanrio Tote Bag and more! Now onto that all important information!<\/span>\r\n\r\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 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>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_1\"\r\n\r\nFirst off we have a product from the ever popular ReMent franchise, this time from the latest Pok\u00e9mon release: Utatane Basket. With six very sleepy Pok\u00e9mon character figures to collect, you are guaranteed one mystery box in this very box. I got the Alolan Vulpix, which comes very well detailed & made - and now sits on my bookshelf with the rest of my ReMent figures.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have two items which go hand in hand with this month\u2019s theme of camping. First up we have the un-announced mystery Sumikko Gurashi item, which is a stainless mug. This interesting looking item looks very ideal to take with you on camping holidays, as it seems as though it can be used directly on a fire to boil water in. As to if the printed on designs will burn off - well I wouldn\u2019t like to be the one that has to test out that theory. This travel mug was available in two similar designs and features what looks to be a pram\/bag clip as a handle - which is ideal to attach onto the outside of your rucksack. This item is aimed directly at those adventuring types of people, as I doubt it would be used much whilst sitting in the cupboard at home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur second food related item is this official Studio Ghibli \u2018My Neighbour Totoro\u2019 bento box. This two tiered lunch container, also includes a divider between the layers and a fork. With the very recognisable grey coloring and iconic Totoro shaped design on the top, this is a must have item for any household that enjoys making homemade lunches. Although slightly smaller in size than what I was expecting, it is BPA free and for the most part - is Microwave safe! Just remember to remove the lids and fork before nuking that lunch! The only thing about it, is that you can\u2019t simply throw it in the dishwasher. This is a hand wash only container, so make sure to look out for that. Now I\u2019m not entirely sure what kind of lunches I would put in this, so leave me a comment down below as to what would be your ideal first meal when you use this Bento box.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_4\"\r\n\r\nNow this incredibly gorgeous Sanrio bag was a complete surprise when I got my box, as it was never even hinted at last month! As you can see it is a fairly large tote bag and was also the first item that greeted me when I opened the box. Now the one I received was a Hello Kitty design, which was a collaboration with graphic artist and fashion designer - Jun'ichi Nakahara. He is known as the man who greatly developed the idea of giant anime eyes for shojo manga characters. I highly advise googling his name and looking up his art work in google images, as it is very classic looking, with almost porcelaine qualities to the character designs. It adds a touch of class to what would have been a very plain looking Hello Kitty bag, the best qualities though are the fully zipped openings and the detail inside the bag and separate compartments. Not sure how I will be using this bag yet, as it seems almost too good to use for a quick trip to the shops.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our final two items, starting with this almost familiar looking plushie in the top left hand corner. This furry creature is from the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range, of which I got the Kitsune. Which is the Japanese word for fox, who are often looked upon in religious terms as messengers from God or in Japanese folklore as being tricksters and shapeshifters. My little fox<\/span> cub looks awfully similar to a Pikachu in their coloring, but is very soft and well stuffed - which makes it a cute companion to have sitting on your shoulder as you're typing away. And last but not least, we have a puffy sticker pack from this years\u2019 best selling game - Animal Crossing. Featuring many of your favorite characters including Tom Nook, Isabelle and Marshal.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThere you have it folks, that is everything from August 2020 SoKawaii box, so let\u2019s get on to the subscription details.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiiaugust2020_6\"\r\n\r\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. So that's why at the moment, I have 5 months of Nihon Box stuck in a warehouse in Tokyo. Fingers crossed I can actually get them at some point this year! Thankfully this hasn\u2019t been the case for SoKawaii, which is a blessing! Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options - there are savings to be had.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of August\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. September\u2019s box theme is \u201cToo Kawaii For School\u201d, which will feature goods from Sailor Moon, Sanrio & Pokemon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii August 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Mystical forest camp","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-august-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-08-17 16:07:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-08-17 15:07:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205198","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205124,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content":"Hello again! We are now in the middle of the Summer season and SoKawaii has themed this months\u2019 box all around it with plenty of items perfect for those trips to the beach. Our theme this month is \u2018Under The Sun\u2019, which carries a number of licensed products from Sanrio, Kirby and San-x. Now onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first and largest item this month is this Hawaiian inspired Pompompurin Summer Edition plush. Made of super soft material and appears well stuffed, it features a pair of rosey cheeks that seem to give the impression that this character has been spending some time out in the Summer Sun. Topped with his iconic brown beret, he also sports a pair of red heart-shaped sunglasses and a tropical flower garland, known as a lei - that is often given to travelers that visit certain Hawaiian resorts. This Golden Retriever mascot from Sanrio certainly looks the part of a well rested, happy traveller! This plush design is also guaranteed in every July box!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_2\"\r\n\r\nNext up we have a My Melody reusable spiral straw from Sanrio. This item is available in just one design, and is once again guaranteed in every July box. Perfect to have in your drinks at any time of day, to add that extra bit of fun to whatever you may be consuming. It\u2019s design however isn\u2019t very practical when it comes to cleaning it, as I don\u2019t see how a straw cleaner will be long enough to reach all the curves and dips in this design. Perhaps if it included a specific straw cleaner for this item, I would be better impressed. It\u2019s practicality has just been halved for me though, in regards to cleaning it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_3\"\r\n\r\nOur third item is this adorable Solar Powered Kirby Figurine, from the Swing Solar Collection. This item was available in two designs, both of which you can see in the picture above. The one I received is the \u2018Warpstar Kirby\u2019, which I was the most excited for given how my partner reacted to it. (He\u2019s a massive Kirby fan!) Place this figure in direct sunlight and watch Kirby swing back-and-forth until sundown! An adorable item to have and with just a bit of double sided tape, can sit on your dashboard as you drive. Or it can distract you completely as you work from home.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fourth item is a handy kitchen accessory, in the form of this pair of Gudetama bag clips. Although a similar product to the ones we received last September, this new design is more elaborate than the last. Upon using it, it will ultimately look like you clipped a fried egg onto a bag of pasta for example. With a larger design and fairly strong clip, it is also simpler to open than the one supplied last year. I still use my original bag clips from last year, but will be adding these new ones into rotation shortly for my larger packaged items. It\u2019s an item I never knew I needed until I got it. Not too sure I can use these ones in the freezer though, so watch out for that.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_5\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our second last item, with this cute Rilakkuma tumbler. Perfect for little kids, as these 320ml plastic drink tumblers come with both a lid and straw. As well as being decorated in cute Rilakkuma designs. These are adorable, fully licensed San-X products. Although there are three designs available, you only receive one cup in every box this July. Now for me, I have no use for these cups and frankly I have gotten quite a collection of them since I started this subscription. Personally I prefer pint sized glasses, they hold more liquid and they reduce the amount of times I have to get up for another drink. For right now, these small cups are being used for display purposes only.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_6\"\r\n\r\nWe are now onto our sixth and final product in this months\u2019 box, with a pair of Sanrio flip-flops. Available in two designs, featuring characters from either Rilakkuma or Sumikko Gurashi. I received the Rilakkuma pair pictured above, which is done in a kind of comic panel artstyle. These flip-flops are ideal to throw in any beach bag and are perfect for on the go. Now these shoes may only fit a select amount of people, as Japanese shoe sizes tend to favor the small in comparison to Western footwear. Now I\u2019m a small shoe size myself and can say that these would fit perhaps a woman's size 4 to 5 easily. And there we have it for this July\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to how you can order yours!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiijuly2020_7\"\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of July\u2019s crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. August\u2019s box theme is \u201cMystical Forest Camp\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Pok\u00e9mon and My Neighbour Totoro, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii July 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Under the sun","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-july-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-07-24 13:18:33","post_modified_gmt":"2020-07-24 12:18:33","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205124","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204990,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content":"Hello again! Told you it wouldn\u2019t be long before we had another SoKawaii box review. Due to the WorldWide pandemic at the moment, the postal service has also taken a hit. So just by chance, both my April and May boxes arrived at my door just days apart - thanks DPD. So let\u2019s get started! May\u2019s box ran with the theme of \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019, a theme that many of us can relate to in some ways as we have all more or else been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Anyway enough of that! This box included products from Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon, Hamtaro and even the immensely popular game of the year - Animal Crossing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNow onto the important details! Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_1\"\r\n\r\nOur first item comes from the stationary aisle, with this photogenic Tower Stand from Pok\u00e9mon. With the slanting shelves, you can store your pens with ease and with ready access to them without having to worry about the ink drying out. It could also be used for cosmetics and would serve the same purpose for both eyeliners, mascaras and lip glosses. This pink pastel colored tower features the iconic characters of Eevee and Pikachu playing about. It is available in two designs, with the other I believe being yellow and only featuring Pikachu.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_2\"\r\n\r\nItem number two is our Sanrio Sleepy Pushie. With eight characters available in the series, you will be given one at random in your box. Characters include Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Tuxedo Sam, Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamaroll, Gudetama and Pompompurin. I of course got Pompompurin yet again, which seems to be the theme for the last number of boxes. Will I ever get a Kuromi?! Anyway all these characters come in their own adorable pajama set, with tired expressions and made of the softest mochi feel fabric. Which is very similar to what was used for the Pokemon Mochi Mochi plush from last September.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_3\"\r\n\r\nNow our third item is a bit of an unusual one, as we get a Rilakkuma Pillow Cover. Made of some sort of wooly fabric, this soft but very warm fabric sure isn\u2019t going to help me sleep at night. I like my pillows cool to the touch! Now, where a normal pillow case would be only open on one end, this cover is more like a sleeve. The fabric reminds me of an absorbent bath towel, one that is sometimes seen stitched like a dress, to put on a child once they get out of the pool. So I may just keep this aside for now, as it certainly will not be used as a pillow case in our house. Makes me wonder, is this a common enough product in Japan? To have a pillow cover made of this fabric and with an opening on both ends.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nWe are now back to the stationary section with our fourth product. This time from this years\u2019 biggest selling game - Animal Crossing. SoKawaii are on the ball this month as they tracked down an item that is sure to be enjoyed by those that love the franchise. With a lovely spiral notebook straight from Nintendo. I think there may be two styles available, going by the pictures of some boxes other people received. Both of which are cute, with the one above standing out above all else with the amount of iconic characters on the cover. The inside of the notebook also has some memorable patterns printed on each page, acting as a border.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"sokawaiimay2020_4\"\r\n\r\nOur fifth and final item comes in a Gachapon capsule. With a Hamtaro mini figure inside from the Hugcot Cable Accessories range. With five mini figures available, they can be used to hang onto your cable wires. This is mostly targeted for the purpose of using it on the tip of your phone charging cable, in order to prevent damage and splitting the cord. Now this is done by running the cable through the hands of the little Ham-Ham, but many of my cables were too big to do this. Either way, its still a cute mini figure to have. And that is it now for May\u2019s box, so let\u2019s get down to the pricing.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span>\r\n\r\n1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span>\r\n\r\n12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span>\r\n\r\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\r\n\r\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of May's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. June\u2019s box theme is \u201cSmile Everyday\u201d, which will feature goods from Kirby, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Studio Ghibli, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\r\n\r\nClick on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter - <\/span>https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/\r\n\r\nThis service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is May\u2019s \u2018Cozy At Home\u2019 box done and dusted, I will be back again next month to show you what June\u2019s box has in store!<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii May 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Cozy at home","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-may-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-12 15:55:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204990","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":204973,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_date_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content":"

Hello everyone, I am finally back once again with another SoKawaii box review. Now I haven\u2019t done one of these since March, as due to the current Covid situation my boxes were delayed in Japan due to postal restrictions. So with the incredibly helpful people over at SoKawaii, who have found new means of shipping their boxes without using the regular Japan Post service, I have reached both my April and May boxes just days apart. So let\u2019s get started shall we? Aprils\u2019 theme was \u2018Sakura Paradise\u2019, which was timed perfectly with the cherry blossom season in Japan. So the items inside this box are all sakura and pink themed. With licensed items from Cardcaptor Sakura, Rilakkuma, Sanrio, Pok\u00e9mon and Milky!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Lets begin with the usual description of who SoKawaii is and what they have to offer. SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (Japanese for cute). They create monthly boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio 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 only 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 appearing in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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First off we have our Sakura Cinnamoroll plush pouch. This adorable and super cuddly small to medium plush comes in a light pink tone, with sakura flowers embroidered around its head and lower torso. It comes with a keychain clip at the top of its head, so you can attach it to a bag. As well as a small zipper at the back of the plush\u2019s head, with the tiniest pocket inside. Now I don\u2019t see this being a useful item, just more of a decoration. As with such little room inside the pocket, you might only be able to fit a lip balm if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Next up we have our Rilakkuma lap blanket. This soft blanket is decorated with many cherry blossom prints, surrounding Rillakkuma as he enjoys a traditional dango dessert. Now this isn\u2019t a massive blanket by no means, but would be good to use as either a lap blanket or even a small picnic blanket. The only issue I have is that all the details regarding what fabric was used for this blanket is all in Japanese on the tag. No additional information was given on the leaflet inside the box either. Going by the pictures alone, it can be washed at 40 degrees. Just maybe don\u2019t put it in a dryer.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Now onto our Cardcaptor Sakura item, where we received Kero-chan in a filled dome keychain. Now although the tag on the keychain pictures both Kero and Suppi, Kero appears to be the only option to be included in this months\u2019 box. A bit disappointing as it is very rare to come across any Suppi\/Spinal Sun merch. This keychain seems rather sturdy and comes with a good quality metal clip, so you can attach it to your keys or bag. That way you can always have the iconic Guardian of Light mascot over your shoulder as you travel. I would have preferred a more practical item instead of a keychain, as I am a big fan of the franchise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our fourth item is an official Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from this year's new \u2018Forest 4 Cherry Blossoms Sakura\u2019 series. With six parts to collect to finish your tree, the characters include Pikachu and Hoppip, Torchic, Butterfree, Squirtle, Plusle and Minun, and Shaymin. I received the sleeping Torchic in my blind nox. Let me know in the comments below, which set you got?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Our exclusive Made in Japan item this month, is a bowl. With a deep red color painted inside the bowl and a black finish on the outside. It is all made even more decorative by a number of cherry blossoms painted on the outside. Now according to the leaflet inside the box, this item is dishwasher safe but can not be used in an oven or microwave. So be careful of that. Now this bowl appears to be more for decorative purposes, than tableware. As I don\u2019t see any information on what paint was used on the bowl and is it food safe. Now I received a bowl similar to this a few months back from Nihon Box, but they clearly had the better quality product. As this bowl from SoKawaii seems rather cheap in comparison and looks like it just came off the shelf in a 100Yen shop (think Poundland\/Dealz). At the moment, I\u2019m using mine just to throw my keys in.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

And lastly, as if to make up for the disappointment with the bowl. SoKawaii included chocolate in their box! Not just any chocolate, but some iconic Milky Chocolate with Peko-chan on the front. And to tie in with this month's theme, its\u2019 Sakura Pink flavor! This limited run item is only sold during Sakura season in Japan, and seeing as I am as far away from Japan as possible right now - this brings me joy! I am also amazed it survived the massive 9,500km journey without either breaking or melting! That is a win in my books!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month options. Depending on what option you choose, the cheaper the box is each month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of April's crate, rest assured that the items are different every month. 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. May\u2019s box theme is \u201cCozy At Home\u201d, which will feature goods from Rilakkuma, Sanrio and Pok\u00e9mon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Click on the link below to sign up today and get their newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

https:\/\/www.sokawaiibox.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This service also offers free shipping, but I do suggest spending that extra few coins to get the tracked shipping, so you can locate your parcel once dispatched. Especially during these unprecedented times, as with the extra few euros spent on shipping, you could get your box within a matter of days instead of weeks just like I did. So that is Aprils\u2019 Sakura box done and dusted, I will be back again soon to show you what May\u2019s box has in store!<\/span><\/p>\r\n ","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Sakura paradise","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_modified_gmt":"2020-06-05 14:30:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=204973","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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