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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
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<\/p>\n","post_title":"SoKawaii December 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Kawaii Christmas party","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-december-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 18:42:30","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 17:42:30","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205804","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205773,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_date_gmt":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_content":"Developer:<\/strong> Crema<\/span>\r\n\r\nPlatforms:<\/strong> PlayStation 5 (Reviewed), PC (Steam)<\/span>\r\n\r\nGenre:<\/strong> Adventure, Indie, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Early Access<\/span>\r\n\r\nPublisher:<\/strong> Humble Games<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nTemtem is the massively multiplayer creature collection game. This version of the game is an early access copy and it's available on Steam as well the Playstation 5. Temtem is a\u00a0 Pok\u00e9mon clone with some additions.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_1\"$ \r\n\r\nFirst impressions: I had an issue when I installed the game and a game-breaking bug where the screen was blurred stopped me playing the game the first night I had it. It was fixed in the morning. As I'm playing it on PS5, load times are quick, seems to keep a solid 60 fps frame rate and play well. It's bright, colourful and is action-packed from the get-go. It plays super smooth. As for the gameplay, you play as a creature\/monster tamer who navigates a host of islands fighting creatures and capturing them too. It plays along the lines of any turn-based strategy games, your creatures have levels and the level up as you gain more experience. It's similar to the last Pokemon game I played but that's a while ago. It's a Pok\u00e9mon clone that's also an MMO. The game can also be played in a solo mode but there is an emphasis to team up and play with other Temtem tamers too. There are co-op adventures too and I think this will be needed for certain parts of the game. I found some of the mechanics a bit odd where you can't refuse a fight against other tamers in the game, for me, this broke the flow of the game as I was getting used to it. There is tons of customisation of your characters and your residence too. The game has crossplay too which is awesome.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_2\"$ \r\n\r\nA few annoyances for me were around the sound effects used to character voices as you engage with them, it's this high pitched \"hmmmm\" noise and I found it grating fairly quickly. This made me want to mute the sound effects and music, it's just a bit too much for me.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_3\"$ <\/a>\r\n\r\nIf you need a Pok\u00e9mon fix on your PC or PS5, this fills the gap quite well. If you liked turn-based strategic battling too this will also be up your street. The game is still in early access so you may encounter issues and bugs, the game-breaking bug I had was resolved quickly. There is huge scope for this game to be a game you play for ages as this is an MMO. All the co-op games and playing online players were smooth and solid. From an early access point of view, this is a very promising game and I would be keen to see what changes are made when it becomes a full release. If you have the itch of playing a monster tamer MMO, this will hit a lot of boxes.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOverall:<\/strong> 7\/10<\/span>","post_title":"Temtem Review","post_excerpt":"Creature collection game","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"temtem-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-04 16:08:01","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-04 15:08:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205773","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205690,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_date_gmt":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_content":"
We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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<\/p>\n","post_title":"SoKawaii December 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Kawaii Christmas party","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-december-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 18:42:30","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 17:42:30","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205804","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205773,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_date_gmt":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_content":"Developer:<\/strong> Crema<\/span>\r\n\r\nPlatforms:<\/strong> PlayStation 5 (Reviewed), PC (Steam)<\/span>\r\n\r\nGenre:<\/strong> Adventure, Indie, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Early Access<\/span>\r\n\r\nPublisher:<\/strong> Humble Games<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nTemtem is the massively multiplayer creature collection game. This version of the game is an early access copy and it's available on Steam as well the Playstation 5. Temtem is a\u00a0 Pok\u00e9mon clone with some additions.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_1\"$ \r\n\r\nFirst impressions: I had an issue when I installed the game and a game-breaking bug where the screen was blurred stopped me playing the game the first night I had it. It was fixed in the morning. As I'm playing it on PS5, load times are quick, seems to keep a solid 60 fps frame rate and play well. It's bright, colourful and is action-packed from the get-go. It plays super smooth. As for the gameplay, you play as a creature\/monster tamer who navigates a host of islands fighting creatures and capturing them too. It plays along the lines of any turn-based strategy games, your creatures have levels and the level up as you gain more experience. It's similar to the last Pokemon game I played but that's a while ago. It's a Pok\u00e9mon clone that's also an MMO. The game can also be played in a solo mode but there is an emphasis to team up and play with other Temtem tamers too. There are co-op adventures too and I think this will be needed for certain parts of the game. I found some of the mechanics a bit odd where you can't refuse a fight against other tamers in the game, for me, this broke the flow of the game as I was getting used to it. There is tons of customisation of your characters and your residence too. The game has crossplay too which is awesome.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_2\"$ \r\n\r\nA few annoyances for me were around the sound effects used to character voices as you engage with them, it's this high pitched \"hmmmm\" noise and I found it grating fairly quickly. This made me want to mute the sound effects and music, it's just a bit too much for me.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_3\"$ <\/a>\r\n\r\nIf you need a Pok\u00e9mon fix on your PC or PS5, this fills the gap quite well. If you liked turn-based strategic battling too this will also be up your street. The game is still in early access so you may encounter issues and bugs, the game-breaking bug I had was resolved quickly. There is huge scope for this game to be a game you play for ages as this is an MMO. All the co-op games and playing online players were smooth and solid. From an early access point of view, this is a very promising game and I would be keen to see what changes are made when it becomes a full release. If you have the itch of playing a monster tamer MMO, this will hit a lot of boxes.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOverall:<\/strong> 7\/10<\/span>","post_title":"Temtem Review","post_excerpt":"Creature collection game","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"temtem-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-04 16:08:01","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-04 15:08:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205773","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205690,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_date_gmt":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_content":"
We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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<\/p>\n","post_title":"SoKawaii December 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Kawaii Christmas party","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-december-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 18:42:30","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 17:42:30","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205804","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205773,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_date_gmt":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_content":"Developer:<\/strong> Crema<\/span>\r\n\r\nPlatforms:<\/strong> PlayStation 5 (Reviewed), PC (Steam)<\/span>\r\n\r\nGenre:<\/strong> Adventure, Indie, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Early Access<\/span>\r\n\r\nPublisher:<\/strong> Humble Games<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nTemtem is the massively multiplayer creature collection game. This version of the game is an early access copy and it's available on Steam as well the Playstation 5. Temtem is a\u00a0 Pok\u00e9mon clone with some additions.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_1\"$ \r\n\r\nFirst impressions: I had an issue when I installed the game and a game-breaking bug where the screen was blurred stopped me playing the game the first night I had it. It was fixed in the morning. As I'm playing it on PS5, load times are quick, seems to keep a solid 60 fps frame rate and play well. It's bright, colourful and is action-packed from the get-go. It plays super smooth. As for the gameplay, you play as a creature\/monster tamer who navigates a host of islands fighting creatures and capturing them too. It plays along the lines of any turn-based strategy games, your creatures have levels and the level up as you gain more experience. It's similar to the last Pokemon game I played but that's a while ago. It's a Pok\u00e9mon clone that's also an MMO. The game can also be played in a solo mode but there is an emphasis to team up and play with other Temtem tamers too. There are co-op adventures too and I think this will be needed for certain parts of the game. I found some of the mechanics a bit odd where you can't refuse a fight against other tamers in the game, for me, this broke the flow of the game as I was getting used to it. There is tons of customisation of your characters and your residence too. The game has crossplay too which is awesome.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_2\"$ \r\n\r\nA few annoyances for me were around the sound effects used to character voices as you engage with them, it's this high pitched \"hmmmm\" noise and I found it grating fairly quickly. This made me want to mute the sound effects and music, it's just a bit too much for me.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_3\"$ <\/a>\r\n\r\nIf you need a Pok\u00e9mon fix on your PC or PS5, this fills the gap quite well. If you liked turn-based strategic battling too this will also be up your street. The game is still in early access so you may encounter issues and bugs, the game-breaking bug I had was resolved quickly. There is huge scope for this game to be a game you play for ages as this is an MMO. All the co-op games and playing online players were smooth and solid. From an early access point of view, this is a very promising game and I would be keen to see what changes are made when it becomes a full release. If you have the itch of playing a monster tamer MMO, this will hit a lot of boxes.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOverall:<\/strong> 7\/10<\/span>","post_title":"Temtem Review","post_excerpt":"Creature collection game","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"temtem-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-04 16:08:01","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-04 15:08:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205773","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205690,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_date_gmt":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_content":"
We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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<\/p>\n","post_title":"SoKawaii December 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Kawaii Christmas party","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-december-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 18:42:30","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 17:42:30","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205804","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205773,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_date_gmt":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_content":"Developer:<\/strong> Crema<\/span>\r\n\r\nPlatforms:<\/strong> PlayStation 5 (Reviewed), PC (Steam)<\/span>\r\n\r\nGenre:<\/strong> Adventure, Indie, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Early Access<\/span>\r\n\r\nPublisher:<\/strong> Humble Games<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nTemtem is the massively multiplayer creature collection game. This version of the game is an early access copy and it's available on Steam as well the Playstation 5. Temtem is a\u00a0 Pok\u00e9mon clone with some additions.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_1\"$ \r\n\r\nFirst impressions: I had an issue when I installed the game and a game-breaking bug where the screen was blurred stopped me playing the game the first night I had it. It was fixed in the morning. As I'm playing it on PS5, load times are quick, seems to keep a solid 60 fps frame rate and play well. It's bright, colourful and is action-packed from the get-go. It plays super smooth. As for the gameplay, you play as a creature\/monster tamer who navigates a host of islands fighting creatures and capturing them too. It plays along the lines of any turn-based strategy games, your creatures have levels and the level up as you gain more experience. It's similar to the last Pokemon game I played but that's a while ago. It's a Pok\u00e9mon clone that's also an MMO. The game can also be played in a solo mode but there is an emphasis to team up and play with other Temtem tamers too. There are co-op adventures too and I think this will be needed for certain parts of the game. I found some of the mechanics a bit odd where you can't refuse a fight against other tamers in the game, for me, this broke the flow of the game as I was getting used to it. There is tons of customisation of your characters and your residence too. The game has crossplay too which is awesome.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_2\"$ \r\n\r\nA few annoyances for me were around the sound effects used to character voices as you engage with them, it's this high pitched \"hmmmm\" noise and I found it grating fairly quickly. This made me want to mute the sound effects and music, it's just a bit too much for me.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_3\"$ <\/a>\r\n\r\nIf you need a Pok\u00e9mon fix on your PC or PS5, this fills the gap quite well. If you liked turn-based strategic battling too this will also be up your street. The game is still in early access so you may encounter issues and bugs, the game-breaking bug I had was resolved quickly. There is huge scope for this game to be a game you play for ages as this is an MMO. All the co-op games and playing online players were smooth and solid. From an early access point of view, this is a very promising game and I would be keen to see what changes are made when it becomes a full release. If you have the itch of playing a monster tamer MMO, this will hit a lot of boxes.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOverall:<\/strong> 7\/10<\/span>","post_title":"Temtem Review","post_excerpt":"Creature collection game","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"temtem-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-04 16:08:01","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-04 15:08:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205773","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205690,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_date_gmt":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_content":"
We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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<\/p>\n","post_title":"SoKawaii December 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Kawaii Christmas party","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-december-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 18:42:30","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 17:42:30","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205804","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205773,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_date_gmt":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_content":"Developer:<\/strong> Crema<\/span>\r\n\r\nPlatforms:<\/strong> PlayStation 5 (Reviewed), PC (Steam)<\/span>\r\n\r\nGenre:<\/strong> Adventure, Indie, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Early Access<\/span>\r\n\r\nPublisher:<\/strong> Humble Games<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nTemtem is the massively multiplayer creature collection game. This version of the game is an early access copy and it's available on Steam as well the Playstation 5. Temtem is a\u00a0 Pok\u00e9mon clone with some additions.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_1\"$ \r\n\r\nFirst impressions: I had an issue when I installed the game and a game-breaking bug where the screen was blurred stopped me playing the game the first night I had it. It was fixed in the morning. As I'm playing it on PS5, load times are quick, seems to keep a solid 60 fps frame rate and play well. It's bright, colourful and is action-packed from the get-go. It plays super smooth. As for the gameplay, you play as a creature\/monster tamer who navigates a host of islands fighting creatures and capturing them too. It plays along the lines of any turn-based strategy games, your creatures have levels and the level up as you gain more experience. It's similar to the last Pokemon game I played but that's a while ago. It's a Pok\u00e9mon clone that's also an MMO. The game can also be played in a solo mode but there is an emphasis to team up and play with other Temtem tamers too. There are co-op adventures too and I think this will be needed for certain parts of the game. I found some of the mechanics a bit odd where you can't refuse a fight against other tamers in the game, for me, this broke the flow of the game as I was getting used to it. There is tons of customisation of your characters and your residence too. The game has crossplay too which is awesome.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_2\"$ \r\n\r\nA few annoyances for me were around the sound effects used to character voices as you engage with them, it's this high pitched \"hmmmm\" noise and I found it grating fairly quickly. This made me want to mute the sound effects and music, it's just a bit too much for me.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_3\"$ <\/a>\r\n\r\nIf you need a Pok\u00e9mon fix on your PC or PS5, this fills the gap quite well. If you liked turn-based strategic battling too this will also be up your street. The game is still in early access so you may encounter issues and bugs, the game-breaking bug I had was resolved quickly. There is huge scope for this game to be a game you play for ages as this is an MMO. All the co-op games and playing online players were smooth and solid. From an early access point of view, this is a very promising game and I would be keen to see what changes are made when it becomes a full release. If you have the itch of playing a monster tamer MMO, this will hit a lot of boxes.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOverall:<\/strong> 7\/10<\/span>","post_title":"Temtem Review","post_excerpt":"Creature collection game","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"temtem-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-04 16:08:01","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-04 15:08:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205773","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205690,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_date_gmt":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_content":"
We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
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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
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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
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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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<\/p>\n","post_title":"SoKawaii December 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Kawaii Christmas party","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-december-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 18:42:30","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 17:42:30","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205804","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205773,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_date_gmt":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_content":"Developer:<\/strong> Crema<\/span>\r\n\r\nPlatforms:<\/strong> PlayStation 5 (Reviewed), PC (Steam)<\/span>\r\n\r\nGenre:<\/strong> Adventure, Indie, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Early Access<\/span>\r\n\r\nPublisher:<\/strong> Humble Games<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nTemtem is the massively multiplayer creature collection game. This version of the game is an early access copy and it's available on Steam as well the Playstation 5. Temtem is a\u00a0 Pok\u00e9mon clone with some additions.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_1\"$ \r\n\r\nFirst impressions: I had an issue when I installed the game and a game-breaking bug where the screen was blurred stopped me playing the game the first night I had it. It was fixed in the morning. As I'm playing it on PS5, load times are quick, seems to keep a solid 60 fps frame rate and play well. It's bright, colourful and is action-packed from the get-go. It plays super smooth. As for the gameplay, you play as a creature\/monster tamer who navigates a host of islands fighting creatures and capturing them too. It plays along the lines of any turn-based strategy games, your creatures have levels and the level up as you gain more experience. It's similar to the last Pokemon game I played but that's a while ago. It's a Pok\u00e9mon clone that's also an MMO. The game can also be played in a solo mode but there is an emphasis to team up and play with other Temtem tamers too. There are co-op adventures too and I think this will be needed for certain parts of the game. I found some of the mechanics a bit odd where you can't refuse a fight against other tamers in the game, for me, this broke the flow of the game as I was getting used to it. There is tons of customisation of your characters and your residence too. The game has crossplay too which is awesome.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_2\"$ \r\n\r\nA few annoyances for me were around the sound effects used to character voices as you engage with them, it's this high pitched \"hmmmm\" noise and I found it grating fairly quickly. This made me want to mute the sound effects and music, it's just a bit too much for me.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_3\"$ <\/a>\r\n\r\nIf you need a Pok\u00e9mon fix on your PC or PS5, this fills the gap quite well. If you liked turn-based strategic battling too this will also be up your street. The game is still in early access so you may encounter issues and bugs, the game-breaking bug I had was resolved quickly. There is huge scope for this game to be a game you play for ages as this is an MMO. All the co-op games and playing online players were smooth and solid. From an early access point of view, this is a very promising game and I would be keen to see what changes are made when it becomes a full release. If you have the itch of playing a monster tamer MMO, this will hit a lot of boxes.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOverall:<\/strong> 7\/10<\/span>","post_title":"Temtem Review","post_excerpt":"Creature collection game","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"temtem-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-04 16:08:01","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-04 15:08:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205773","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205690,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_date_gmt":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_content":"
We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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<\/p>\n","post_title":"SoKawaii December 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Kawaii Christmas party","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-december-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 18:42:30","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 17:42:30","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205804","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205773,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_date_gmt":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_content":"Developer:<\/strong> Crema<\/span>\r\n\r\nPlatforms:<\/strong> PlayStation 5 (Reviewed), PC (Steam)<\/span>\r\n\r\nGenre:<\/strong> Adventure, Indie, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Early Access<\/span>\r\n\r\nPublisher:<\/strong> Humble Games<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nTemtem is the massively multiplayer creature collection game. This version of the game is an early access copy and it's available on Steam as well the Playstation 5. Temtem is a\u00a0 Pok\u00e9mon clone with some additions.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_1\"$ \r\n\r\nFirst impressions: I had an issue when I installed the game and a game-breaking bug where the screen was blurred stopped me playing the game the first night I had it. It was fixed in the morning. As I'm playing it on PS5, load times are quick, seems to keep a solid 60 fps frame rate and play well. It's bright, colourful and is action-packed from the get-go. It plays super smooth. As for the gameplay, you play as a creature\/monster tamer who navigates a host of islands fighting creatures and capturing them too. It plays along the lines of any turn-based strategy games, your creatures have levels and the level up as you gain more experience. It's similar to the last Pokemon game I played but that's a while ago. It's a Pok\u00e9mon clone that's also an MMO. The game can also be played in a solo mode but there is an emphasis to team up and play with other Temtem tamers too. There are co-op adventures too and I think this will be needed for certain parts of the game. I found some of the mechanics a bit odd where you can't refuse a fight against other tamers in the game, for me, this broke the flow of the game as I was getting used to it. There is tons of customisation of your characters and your residence too. The game has crossplay too which is awesome.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_2\"$ \r\n\r\nA few annoyances for me were around the sound effects used to character voices as you engage with them, it's this high pitched \"hmmmm\" noise and I found it grating fairly quickly. This made me want to mute the sound effects and music, it's just a bit too much for me.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_3\"$ <\/a>\r\n\r\nIf you need a Pok\u00e9mon fix on your PC or PS5, this fills the gap quite well. If you liked turn-based strategic battling too this will also be up your street. The game is still in early access so you may encounter issues and bugs, the game-breaking bug I had was resolved quickly. There is huge scope for this game to be a game you play for ages as this is an MMO. All the co-op games and playing online players were smooth and solid. From an early access point of view, this is a very promising game and I would be keen to see what changes are made when it becomes a full release. If you have the itch of playing a monster tamer MMO, this will hit a lot of boxes.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOverall:<\/strong> 7\/10<\/span>","post_title":"Temtem Review","post_excerpt":"Creature collection game","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"temtem-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-04 16:08:01","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-04 15:08:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205773","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205690,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_date_gmt":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_content":"
We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","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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<\/p>\n","post_title":"SoKawaii December 2020 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Kawaii Christmas party","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-december-2020-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 18:42:30","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 17:42:30","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205804","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205773,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_date_gmt":"2020-12-14 14:59:03","post_content":"Developer:<\/strong> Crema<\/span>\r\n\r\nPlatforms:<\/strong> PlayStation 5 (Reviewed), PC (Steam)<\/span>\r\n\r\nGenre:<\/strong> Adventure, Indie, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Early Access<\/span>\r\n\r\nPublisher:<\/strong> Humble Games<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nTemtem is the massively multiplayer creature collection game. This version of the game is an early access copy and it's available on Steam as well the Playstation 5. Temtem is a\u00a0 Pok\u00e9mon clone with some additions.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_1\"$ \r\n\r\nFirst impressions: I had an issue when I installed the game and a game-breaking bug where the screen was blurred stopped me playing the game the first night I had it. It was fixed in the morning. As I'm playing it on PS5, load times are quick, seems to keep a solid 60 fps frame rate and play well. It's bright, colourful and is action-packed from the get-go. It plays super smooth. As for the gameplay, you play as a creature\/monster tamer who navigates a host of islands fighting creatures and capturing them too. It plays along the lines of any turn-based strategy games, your creatures have levels and the level up as you gain more experience. It's similar to the last Pokemon game I played but that's a while ago. It's a Pok\u00e9mon clone that's also an MMO. The game can also be played in a solo mode but there is an emphasis to team up and play with other Temtem tamers too. There are co-op adventures too and I think this will be needed for certain parts of the game. I found some of the mechanics a bit odd where you can't refuse a fight against other tamers in the game, for me, this broke the flow of the game as I was getting used to it. There is tons of customisation of your characters and your residence too. The game has crossplay too which is awesome.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_2\"$ \r\n\r\nA few annoyances for me were around the sound effects used to character voices as you engage with them, it's this high pitched \"hmmmm\" noise and I found it grating fairly quickly. This made me want to mute the sound effects and music, it's just a bit too much for me.<\/span>\r\n\r\n $\"temtem_3\"$ <\/a>\r\n\r\nIf you need a Pok\u00e9mon fix on your PC or PS5, this fills the gap quite well. If you liked turn-based strategic battling too this will also be up your street. The game is still in early access so you may encounter issues and bugs, the game-breaking bug I had was resolved quickly. There is huge scope for this game to be a game you play for ages as this is an MMO. All the co-op games and playing online players were smooth and solid. From an early access point of view, this is a very promising game and I would be keen to see what changes are made when it becomes a full release. If you have the itch of playing a monster tamer MMO, this will hit a lot of boxes.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOverall:<\/strong> 7\/10<\/span>","post_title":"Temtem Review","post_excerpt":"Creature collection game","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"temtem-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-04 16:08:01","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-04 15:08:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205773","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205690,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_date_gmt":"2020-11-23 19:31:19","post_content":"
We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Nihon Box March 2021 Review","post_excerpt":"Mysterious spring","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"nihon-box-march-2021-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 15:35:57","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 14:35:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206255","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":206081,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-03-26 19:49:57","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-26 19:49:57","post_content":"I am back once again with the latest SoKawaii box review. This months\u2019 box theme is \u201cSuper Kawaii Squad\u201d and features an interesting mix of items from Sailor Moon, Sanrio, San-X and PreCure. With two household items inside, we also have an unusual \u2018stationery\u2019 item and some collectable figures to add to your display cases. This month\u2019s box has got it all! So let\u2019s get the company description out of the way, shall we!<\/span>\n\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 5 to 6 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep each month. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media accounts. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts, particularly their Instagram one -<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_1\"$ \n\nFirst up, we have our household item which is perfect for the bathroom. With the Pompompurin Foaming Soap Dispenser, which is perfect for the bags of refillable liquid soap you can purchase in Lidl. Now as to how it creates the foam, I\u2019m unsure. As I haven\u2019t used this dispenser enough yet to see it fully working. Now Pompompurin is the only version available, which mightn\u2019t be to everyone's taste. I myself would have much preferred a Kuromi one! It\u2019s a plastic bottle at the end of the day, so it will last for quite some time, but it does look like something that would be bought rather cheaply.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_2\"$ \n\nOur second item this month is a small cat plush. Much similar to the ones we have gotten in the past, when we received the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range in last August\u2019 box. This very cute, fluffy and almost TsumTsum like sized plush is from the \u201cFunwari Korokoro Nayanko Neko '' plush range. Now I love these small plushies, so easy to stack and display in small spaces. I now have a small pyramid of these small plushies, so its very satisfying to look at them. The most adorable detail to these plushies, is that they all have a small black butthole sewn onto them! It\u2019s both hilarious and cute! There are six different cats available in this collection, with one supplied at random in every box this month.<\/span>\n\nUp next is our San-X item, which is a \u201cRilakkuma Friends Blind Box Figure\u201d, which has 6 different characters available. Now these items are rather large and are made of a hard plastic material that reminds me a lot of those bath toy figures you may have had as a child, that used to squirt water out of their months. Now they are hollow inside, but the detail is quite good and has a decent paint job. They are also fully licensed figures, as they are made by Bandai.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_3\"$ \n\nThe next item we have this month is a rather unusual one. As we have a \u201cMy Melody Adhesive Mirror set\u201d, which are basically reflective stickers that you can attach to the back of your phone, notebooks etc. Advertised as a \u2018handy mirror\u2019, for those quick touch ups. Now I don\u2019t see why they are saying that you can place it on the back of your phone, when in fact practically all mobile phones these days have a front and rear facing camera - making this item absolutely pointless. Unless you are a young girl that hasn\u2019t come of age yet to have the responsibility of a phone. Either way, this item is definitely aimed at a much younger generation compared to the people that actually subscribe to this box. It\u2019s more of a cheap filler item in my opinion.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_4\"$ \n\nNext up is our PreCure item! From the show \u201cHealin' Good♥Pretty Cure\u201d, comes this high quality melamine spoon. A rather large one at that, which is perfect to eat all of those deserts with. It\u2019s also a good rice spoon as well. It\u2019s also perfect for just displaying. With three designs available at random in March\u2019s box.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_5\"$ \n\nNow onto our final item this month, the one that has certainly made the box well worth the subscription cost! Each box for March received one of the five designs of the recently released Sailor Moon Q posket figures. Which featured Sailor Moon, Chibi Moon, Mars, Jupiter and Venus. Sailor Moon is all the rage at the moment due to the recent release of the Sailor Moon Eternal movies, which this collection is named after. Q Poskets are \u2018unusual\u2019 looking figures, made to bring attention to the eyes and large scale heads attached to the figures, mostly known as the chibi figure range. Which have been made by Banpresto. Although not entirely my cup of tea, as I prefer figures that are closer to the character design in the anime than chibi designs such as these, I was ecstatic to see that I actually got Sailor Moon in my box!<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_6\"$ \n\nAnd that has been March\u2019s So Kawaii box! Now let\u2019s get on to the all important information, for how YOU can begin your own subscription, as well as a special discount code just for you guys.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_7\"$ \n\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span>\n\n1 Month \u2013 $35.00 (\u20ac29.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n3 Months \u2013 $33.50 (\u20ac28.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n6 Months \u2013 $32.00 (\u20ac26.50mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n12 Months \u2013 $31.50 (\u20ac26.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\n\n http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\n\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of March\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 5 to 6 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. April\u2019s box theme is \u201cFull Bloom Sakura\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon and Sanrio, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\n\n https:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>","post_title":"SoKawaii March 2021 Box Review","post_excerpt":"I am back once again","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-march-2021-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:11:24","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:11:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206081","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":206039,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-03-15 16:37:06","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 16:37:06","post_content":"Although February\u2019s box was slightly late in arriving due to a delay on one of the items, it was still very much welcomed. Hello and welcome back again everyone, to another SoKawaii Box unboxing. ( Which is still not sponsored !)<\/span>\n\nFebruary\u2019s theme was all about love and self care, instead of the traditional Valentine's Day celebrations in Japan where the girls give chocolates to the boys they fancy. We have products from San-X, Pok\u00e9mon, Sumikkogurashi and Hello Kitty. We have a large plush bag, some hair accessories and a cookie mould. So let\u2019s get started with the usual important bits of info!<\/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. 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 $\"sokawaiifebruary2021_1\"$ \n\nOur first item this month is a large plush hand bag from San-X. This adorable cream Korilakkuma shoulder bag is super soft, has a rather large inside pocket that will at least fit your phone and purse, as well as actually being a quick pillow if need be. I would have preferred a Rilakkuma bag instead, as this version is sure to get marks on it very quickly if using it out & about. However it is perfect for those that enjoy dressing up as lolithas\u2019 for conventions and such, otherwise it will be nice to display it at home. The only issue is that we have already gotten plenty of bags in various sizes in the last number of months, and it\u2019s becoming a bit repetitive. I for one, which there was an option given to subscribers who may want to option out a bag for a plush or ReMent figure as an alternative.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiifebruary2021_2\"$ \n\n $\"sokawaiifebruary_2021_3\"$ \n\nOur Second item is from Pok\u00e9mon, with this blush pink Pikachu hair brush from the \u201cGirly Collection\u201d. Now I have REALLY long hair, so I need a good hairbrush to tackle it every day. Now I haven\u2019t started using it yet, but this cute design is well worth adding into my routine. It\u2019s pretty sturdy and is actually much larger than what I was expecting, this could easily have been in and around 12 to 15euro if you were to buy that in the Pok\u00e9mon store I say. It also never hurts to have a second hairbrush around!<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiifebruary2021_4\"$ \n\n $\"sokawaiifebruary_2021_5\"$ \n\nMoving on to our third item, we have a pair of Hello Kitty hair ties. Now these remind me of the bobble hair ties I used to have as a kid, that if you were unlucky, they would whack you in the head when you were putting them on. They felt like you got hit with a rock, and they didn't just hit you once! Although they were adorable, they were a b**** to get on! Also kind of wondering, what age demographic is SoKawaii aiming for really? As I imagine most of the subscribers have to be between 16 and 30, and even then I doubt many of them will be wearing their hair in pigtails with these hair ties. They are cute all the same, but are definitely aimed at little girls.<\/span>\n\nOur fourth item is a Sumikko Gurashi headband. Made of towel like material, this is actually going to be pretty handy for people that are doing their skin care routine and wish to keep their bangs off of their face. I imagine it would also be handy to have on right after you have a shower too. This item was available in two designs: Shirokuma or Neko.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiifebruary_2021_6\"$ \n\nOur fifth and final item for this box, is a Gudetama Cookie Mould. This is probably the closest we are going to get this month to an actual Valentines day gift. This baking mould is a two pack cookie cutter featuring the laziest egg mascot of all time - Gudetama. What would have been a nice touch, would have been an actual recipe we could use these for!<\/span>\n\nSo this month\u2019s box has been a bit of a mixed bag really. With yet another large bag to add to the collection, a pair of hair ties that could cause a concussion, and even a pair of cookie moulds that are just going to remind me of breakfast. For those, this months\u2019 box has been a gold mine. For myself, it wasn\u2019t really worth it as the majority of the items are really no use to me in my life. But I am sure to find a good home for them amongst friends and family. 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 $\"sokawaiifebruary_2021_7\"$ \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)3 Months \u2013 $33.50 (\u20ac28.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n6 Months \u2013 $32.00 (\u20ac26.50mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n12 Months \u2013 $31.50 (\u20ac26.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\n\n http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\n\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of February\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. March\u2019s box theme is \u201cSuper Kawaii Squad\u201d, which will feature goods from Sanrio, San-X and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\n\n https:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>","post_title":"SoKawaii February 2021 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Love and self care","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-february-2021-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:16:53","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:16:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206039","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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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
Kawaii Christmas Party<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, with every parcel that arrives!!!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
Hello again my dears, the festive season is upon us once more and this month's box is like an early Christmas present to myself. We are now in the final month of what has been a chaotic 2020, a year like no other that had surprises around every corner whether we liked them or not! So in order to finish off this year, let\u2019s dive into the final SoKawaii subscription box of 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
This month\u2019s theme was \u2018Kawaii Christmas Party\u2019, which contained six items from both Sanrio, Animal Crossing, Kirby and Sumikko Gurashi. Two of which are filled with festive cheer, another three were practical and the last was a very popular Animal Crossing item in every combini in Japan. So let\u2019s get the usual info out of the way, of just how you can get your own box and subscription from SoKawaii! This box also marks SoKawaii\u2019s second anniversary!! So massive congratulations to all their dedicated team.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our first product this month was the already announced Christmas Ball Cushion from Sanrio. This squishable festive plush is available in two characters - Cinnamoroll and Pompompurin. Of which I got the adorable Golden Retriever mascot. These official mascots are well made and stuffed, with stretchy material that always returns to its original shape. The only thing I noticed was that the Christmas hat on my plush was barely stitched on in two places, but if you are handy with a needle and thread - its\u2019 a simple repair job. It\u2019s a perfect addition to any Christmas decor and will be well loved in my home for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our second product this month is also the previously announced Sanrio Christmas Blanket. This super fluffy lap blanket measures in at 70x100cm and features many Sanrio mascots including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Pochacco and more. Unfortunately I saw no sign of Kuromi, which was a bit of a bummer. It is an incredibly festive blanket though, going by the symbols I see on the tag this blanket is hand wash only so make sure you don't put it in the washing machine. Although I don't see why you couldn't just have it on a cold wash, its best not to tempt faith as I would hate to see this blanket get destroyed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next Sanrio product is a pack of eco-friendly paper straws. Which I am sure will come in very handy during the holiday season if you have guests coming over. With 30 straws inside, with two different color variations they are almost too cute to even use! We are now onto our Kirby item, which is a location exclusive Lip Cream which is available in two versions, being either Tokyo or Mount Fuji. The overall packaging is adorable and fully recyclable, however once you flip the front around you will notice how small the product actually is. Its all about the appearance for this lip cream, and it will definitely stand out in the shop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next product on the practical side is a body sponge from Sumikko Gurashi. Now I really liked the last set of sponges we got a few months back, that were also from Sumikko Gurashi. This one however is larger, looks perfect for lathering up your soap and will be needed to scrub away the negative effects that 2020 has left on all of us! This item is also available in four characters, including Shirokuma, Neko, Penguin and Tokage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
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\u201cFull Bloom Sakura\u201d<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nHello everyone, I\u2019m back with another SoKawaii box review! Although a little later than usual, seeing as Japan Post is back up and running international postage again - shipping now takes a couple of weeks compared to 5 days tops from DHL during the pandemic. Don\u2019t worry though, I still see myself doing the subscription box reviews for quite some time yet. So let\u2019s get on to April\u2019s box and its \u201cFull Bloom Sakura\u201d theme, which was celebrating Cherry Blossom season. So everything in this box more or less followed the same color palette. This month\u2019s items are mostly from Sanrio, with one Pok\u00e9mon item included.<\/span>\n\nFor those of you that don\u2019t know - 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 5 to 7 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 \u2013 <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\n\n $\"sokawaiiapril2021_1\"$ \n\nOur first item this month is a rather large one for the size of the box, and it\u2019s this Sakura Cinnamoroll plush from Sanrio. This mochi plush is perfect for those day time naps that we all dream about post lunch. It\u2019s pillow-like design features the iconic white character, with a light pink blush across its cheeks, sakura petals printed on its floppy ears and a sakura flower adorned on its head. It\u2019s very well detailed and is also an exclusive item, as this plush is a limited run 2021 design from Sanrio. Better yet we have four items from this Sakura Sanrio collection in this very box.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiiapril2021_2\"$ \n\nThe next item is also from the same collection and is a mini memo pad. Following the same character design as the Cinnamoroll plush, each page is ruled and has the same image on the front of the memo pad on the top of each page. This item is available in 8 different Sanrio character designs, of which I received Cinnamoroll.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiiapril2021_3\"$ \n\nOur third item from the Sakura collection is this Character pen, pictured on the left in the picture above. Now it is always handy to have an extra pen in the house and on you at all times, especially one as cute as this. This pen has a decent grip and weight to it, so it will be good for all that general paperwork you have to do. This item was available in three designs, all of which had Sanrio characters in the same traditional clothing designs as the memo pad.<\/span>\n\nOur next item is the Hello Kitty - Flower Body Spray, pictured on the right in the photo above. It\u2019s in a handy travel size bottle, so you can put it in your handbag if you're on the go. It follows the same Sakura theme and has a cute packaging design. I am actually amazed it never leaked or broke during shipping. The scent might be a bit too strong for some, as I find just one spritz goes a long way. Can be used by adults, but would also make a nice gift for younger girls that are a bit too young for perfume yet.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiiapril2021_4\"$ \n\nNow a pair of fluffy socks is always a welcome sight in any box, especially if they are character themed. This pair is once again from Sanrio, and is available in three character designs including My Melody, Hello Kitty and Pompompurin, but with four designs available. So it will be a real pick and mix in regards to what designs everyone will get. It\u2019s made from stretchy material, super fluffy and for me, they fit a UK size 4 comfortably. They are more fluffy ankle socks, will stretch to a UK size 5 to 7 but don\u2019t think there will be anymore room after that.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiiapril2021_5\"$ \n\nWe are now onto our sixth and final Sanrio item from this month\u2019s box - in this gorgeous Sakura Tote bag! This dual handled tote bag comes with two zippers on top with a rather sizable pocket on the inside. Would be ideal perhaps as a handbag, would easily carry a lunch or maybe even for a beach trip. This adorable bag is covered all around by a floral print, with several Sanrio characters printed across it including Keroppi, Little Twin Stars and Pompompurin. This bag was guaranteed in every April box.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiiapril2021_6\"$ \n\nWe are now onto our final item for this April's box and it comes from Pok\u00e9mon, with Volume 5 of their Pokemofu mini doll series. This item is very similar to the Sylvanian Families, where we have a small figure that is covered in a light fur, giving it a fuzzy appearance. This series has been running since 2018 and is being made by Bandai, each figure also comes with a small piece of gum - which allows them to be sold in convenience stores near the sweets. There are seven available in Volume 5, including Pikachu, Grookey, Scorbunny, Sobble, Sandshrew, Alolan Sandshrew and Bewear.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiiapril2021_7\"$ \n\nThere we have it folks, that was Aprils\u2019 SoKawaii box. Very Sanrio heavy in the merch, a number of limited collectables, very on theme with the Cheery Blossom season. 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\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. SoKawaii are back to shipping their boxes via Japan Post, so delivery may take a number of weeks. 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)Better yet, here is a $3 discount code that you can use on your first box by clicking this link!<\/span>\n\n http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\n\nNow if you enjoyed April's box, then just wait for May\u2019s! It\u2019s theme is \u201cSpringtime, Happy Time!\u201d Featuring a number of items from San-X, My Neighbour Totoro and Sanrio. This box is already sold out, but act quick if you want June\u2019s box where you can get your very own Totoro plush! Stay tuned to SoKawaiis\u2019 social media, as they announced their themes, sneak peaks and opinion polls on what fans want to see next in their boxes. They are very active on their Instagram and really listen to what their customers are looking for - so go have your say now! Also make sure and use that special discount code I left you all above!<\/span>\n\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/","post_title":"SoKawaii April 2021 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Full bloom sakura","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-april-2021-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 15:15:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 14:15:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206316","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":206255,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-05-19 14:34:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-05-19 13:34:39","post_content":"
\u201cMysterious Spring\u201d<\/i><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n
Hello everyone, hope you\u2019re all doing good!<\/span><\/p>\n
With international shipping methods beginning to return to normal, postal restrictions have started to be lifted. So instead of waiting another year to receive a bunch of backdated subscription boxes - I have instead received this years\u2019 March box from Nihon Box! Even though I am still waiting on January and February boxes to arrive, let\u2019s just get this review started!<\/span><\/p>\n
Much like SoKawaii, Nihon Box is a Japanese monthly subscription service that handpicks at least 6 items each month that are almost exclusive to Japan and ships them straight to your door. Their items are a mixture of Otaku Anime related merchandise and figures, as well as traditional Japanese items, from sweets to tableware. All of this is available to subscribe to for what I find a very affordable price each month.<\/span><\/p>\n
Like SoKawaii, the more months you pay upfront the cheaper the price for individual boxes will be. https:\/\/www.nihonbox.com\/en<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n
Monthly is \u20ac29.99 plus shipping costs<\/span><\/p>\n
3 Months is a single payment of \u20ac86.97, making each box \u20ac28.99, plus shipping costs.<\/span><\/p>\n
6 Months is a single payment of \u20ac170.94, making each box \u20ac28.49, plus shipping costs.<\/span><\/p>\n
Here is a link to their FAQ page, just in case you\u2019re wondering if they ship to your country: <\/span>https:\/\/www.nihonbox.com\/en\/nihonbox\/faq<\/a><\/p>\n
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So let\u2019s begin with our first item - which is a \u2018Beastars\u2019 shoulder bag. From the hit Netflix series that got everyone discussing \u2018furries\u2019 all over again, it was adapted from a manga series of the same name and animated by CG studio Orange. With a second season not far off in the horizon, now is the perfect time to start wearing this bag around the town as Netflix continues their advertising campaign for the show.<\/span><\/p>\n
This cross shoulder bag isn\u2019t massive by any means, but is perfect for those that only plan on carrying just their phone and wallet as they travel about. It\u2019s handsfree, strong built and I say it would hold up rather well in the rain with its hard plastic coating that covers the design on the front of the bag. Although the picture is a tad unusual, it will make complete sense to fans of the show. For others that are unaware of its existence - it may need a slight explanation. As it features our lead wolf - Legoshi clutching our white rabbit Haru. It\u2019s a useful product, but the design may just be hitting a specific fanbase for this one. Kind of wish they were able to acquire a different image for the print.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is our Japanese snack - which this month is a Sakura flavored Dorayaki. Now this product was absolutely delicious and did not last very long in my home.<\/span><\/p>\n
\u201cDorayaki is a type of Japanese confection. It consists of two small pancake-like patties made from castella wrapped around a filling of sweet azuki bean paste<\/em>.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n
Or in this case, Sakura flavored filling. Each of these treats came individually wrapped, so they remained super fresh. Perfect to have with a cup of Green Tea or as a small reward to yourself to help you keep motivated throughout the day. The flavor wasn\u2019t overpowering in the slightest, it was very pleasant and had a sweet taste to it. Well worth checking out this line of Japanese confectionery if you ever get the chance. The sakura filling also symbolized the start of the very short lived Sakura\/Cherry Blossom season in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up we have two more anime related merch, beginning with a retractable keychain from Detective Conan. This rather large rubber keychain has a clip at the top so you can attach it to your bag or pants loop, whilst the bottom has a ring hoop for your keys. This clever and stylish looking item was available in four characters including Conan Edogawa, Sh\u00faichi Akai, Tooru Amuro and Kait\u00f3 kid which is pictured above.<\/span><\/p>\n
The second item in this picture is of the recently released Evangelion Coo\u2019nuts, which have become very popular amongst convenience stores in Japan. These small little objects always have perfect balance and will not fall down when you push them. They are a quirky little toy that always seems to be coming out with new anime collaborations, with Evangelion becoming the latest. This series features 16 characters from EVA, of which I got Asuka Langley!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our next item this month is *another* set of chopsticks - which isn\u2019t too bad when you see that it is in fact a Sakura designed chopstick and spoon set. Which is a lovely addition to the cutlery drawer when you discover that these were in fact made in Japan - and not China for once! Would love to see some bowls or plates with similar styles being included in future boxes. Perhaps one day it may add up to a set!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up is this rather adorable Rem plush from Re: Zero. I have yet to get into this franchise, but it must be a very popular one as there is new merch constantly being released every month! This character plush is quite large and very well detailed, it definitely has that cute \u2018moe\u2019 factor about her. For me the eyes on it are very striking and have such a cute plush on the cheeks. I\u2019m very particular about plushies and figures, but this one here is exactly what I would be looking for in merch. It has a perfect resemblance to the anime character. This is the ideal companion for any Re: Zero fan I believe.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And finally we are down to our last item, which is this Pok\u00e9mon ReMent figure from the new Stained Glass Collection. These sets are always a joy to get and I can never fault the ReMent brand. The designs have always been so creative and flawless, with a story to tell and picture perfect scenes. This collection had 6 designs, including Ho-Oh, Lugia, Mew, Gardevoir, Umbreon and the above Pikachu.<\/span><\/p>\n
Nihon Box always does their best to follow the latest anime trends as well as finding items from fan favorite shows in order to always appeal to their customer base. With items from classic shows such as InuYasha, GTO and Detective Conan, to the newer franchises including The Promised Neverland, Demon Slayer and Re: Zero. They not only source out some decent quality figures and plushies, but also to make sure that each month their box represents another unique aspect of Japan \u2013 from its food, to its culture, art, history and beliefs. It\u2019s a well rounded box, for both anime fans and cultural fans. This box's theme was \u201cMysterious Spring\u201d, and each pamphlet in every box also includes a detailed section called \u201cDiscover Japan\u201d. This month's topic was about Sakura and why it is the symbol of Spring in Japan. It\u2019s details such as these that make this subscription box so unique and talked about.<\/span><\/p>\n
For more information on how you can order your own box, look to the top of this review and head over to the link below so you can sign up today!<\/span><\/p>\n
https:\/\/www.nihonbox.com\/en<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"Nihon Box March 2021 Review","post_excerpt":"Mysterious spring","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"nihon-box-march-2021-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 15:35:57","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 14:35:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206255","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":206081,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-03-26 19:49:57","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-26 19:49:57","post_content":"I am back once again with the latest SoKawaii box review. This months\u2019 box theme is \u201cSuper Kawaii Squad\u201d and features an interesting mix of items from Sailor Moon, Sanrio, San-X and PreCure. With two household items inside, we also have an unusual \u2018stationery\u2019 item and some collectable figures to add to your display cases. This month\u2019s box has got it all! So let\u2019s get the company description out of the way, shall we!<\/span>\n\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 5 to 6 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep each month. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media accounts. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts, particularly their Instagram one -<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_1\"$ \n\nFirst up, we have our household item which is perfect for the bathroom. With the Pompompurin Foaming Soap Dispenser, which is perfect for the bags of refillable liquid soap you can purchase in Lidl. Now as to how it creates the foam, I\u2019m unsure. As I haven\u2019t used this dispenser enough yet to see it fully working. Now Pompompurin is the only version available, which mightn\u2019t be to everyone's taste. I myself would have much preferred a Kuromi one! It\u2019s a plastic bottle at the end of the day, so it will last for quite some time, but it does look like something that would be bought rather cheaply.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_2\"$ \n\nOur second item this month is a small cat plush. Much similar to the ones we have gotten in the past, when we received the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range in last August\u2019 box. This very cute, fluffy and almost TsumTsum like sized plush is from the \u201cFunwari Korokoro Nayanko Neko '' plush range. Now I love these small plushies, so easy to stack and display in small spaces. I now have a small pyramid of these small plushies, so its very satisfying to look at them. The most adorable detail to these plushies, is that they all have a small black butthole sewn onto them! It\u2019s both hilarious and cute! There are six different cats available in this collection, with one supplied at random in every box this month.<\/span>\n\nUp next is our San-X item, which is a \u201cRilakkuma Friends Blind Box Figure\u201d, which has 6 different characters available. Now these items are rather large and are made of a hard plastic material that reminds me a lot of those bath toy figures you may have had as a child, that used to squirt water out of their months. Now they are hollow inside, but the detail is quite good and has a decent paint job. They are also fully licensed figures, as they are made by Bandai.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_3\"$ \n\nThe next item we have this month is a rather unusual one. As we have a \u201cMy Melody Adhesive Mirror set\u201d, which are basically reflective stickers that you can attach to the back of your phone, notebooks etc. Advertised as a \u2018handy mirror\u2019, for those quick touch ups. Now I don\u2019t see why they are saying that you can place it on the back of your phone, when in fact practically all mobile phones these days have a front and rear facing camera - making this item absolutely pointless. Unless you are a young girl that hasn\u2019t come of age yet to have the responsibility of a phone. Either way, this item is definitely aimed at a much younger generation compared to the people that actually subscribe to this box. It\u2019s more of a cheap filler item in my opinion.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_4\"$ \n\nNext up is our PreCure item! From the show \u201cHealin' Good♥Pretty Cure\u201d, comes this high quality melamine spoon. A rather large one at that, which is perfect to eat all of those deserts with. It\u2019s also a good rice spoon as well. It\u2019s also perfect for just displaying. With three designs available at random in March\u2019s box.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_5\"$ \n\nNow onto our final item this month, the one that has certainly made the box well worth the subscription cost! Each box for March received one of the five designs of the recently released Sailor Moon Q posket figures. Which featured Sailor Moon, Chibi Moon, Mars, Jupiter and Venus. Sailor Moon is all the rage at the moment due to the recent release of the Sailor Moon Eternal movies, which this collection is named after. Q Poskets are \u2018unusual\u2019 looking figures, made to bring attention to the eyes and large scale heads attached to the figures, mostly known as the chibi figure range. Which have been made by Banpresto. Although not entirely my cup of tea, as I prefer figures that are closer to the character design in the anime than chibi designs such as these, I was ecstatic to see that I actually got Sailor Moon in my box!<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_6\"$ \n\nAnd that has been March\u2019s So Kawaii box! Now let\u2019s get on to the all important information, for how YOU can begin your own subscription, as well as a special discount code just for you guys.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiimarch2021_7\"$ \n\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span>\n\n1 Month \u2013 $35.00 (\u20ac29.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n3 Months \u2013 $33.50 (\u20ac28.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n6 Months \u2013 $32.00 (\u20ac26.50mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n12 Months \u2013 $31.50 (\u20ac26.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\n\n http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\n\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of March\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 5 to 6 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. April\u2019s box theme is \u201cFull Bloom Sakura\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon and Sanrio, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\n\n https:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>","post_title":"SoKawaii March 2021 Box Review","post_excerpt":"I am back once again","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-march-2021-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:11:24","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:11:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206081","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":206039,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-03-15 16:37:06","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 16:37:06","post_content":"Although February\u2019s box was slightly late in arriving due to a delay on one of the items, it was still very much welcomed. Hello and welcome back again everyone, to another SoKawaii Box unboxing. ( Which is still not sponsored !)<\/span>\n\nFebruary\u2019s theme was all about love and self care, instead of the traditional Valentine's Day celebrations in Japan where the girls give chocolates to the boys they fancy. We have products from San-X, Pok\u00e9mon, Sumikkogurashi and Hello Kitty. We have a large plush bag, some hair accessories and a cookie mould. So let\u2019s get started with the usual important bits of info!<\/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. 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 $\"sokawaiifebruary2021_1\"$ \n\nOur first item this month is a large plush hand bag from San-X. This adorable cream Korilakkuma shoulder bag is super soft, has a rather large inside pocket that will at least fit your phone and purse, as well as actually being a quick pillow if need be. I would have preferred a Rilakkuma bag instead, as this version is sure to get marks on it very quickly if using it out & about. However it is perfect for those that enjoy dressing up as lolithas\u2019 for conventions and such, otherwise it will be nice to display it at home. The only issue is that we have already gotten plenty of bags in various sizes in the last number of months, and it\u2019s becoming a bit repetitive. I for one, which there was an option given to subscribers who may want to option out a bag for a plush or ReMent figure as an alternative.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiifebruary2021_2\"$ \n\n $\"sokawaiifebruary_2021_3\"$ \n\nOur Second item is from Pok\u00e9mon, with this blush pink Pikachu hair brush from the \u201cGirly Collection\u201d. Now I have REALLY long hair, so I need a good hairbrush to tackle it every day. Now I haven\u2019t started using it yet, but this cute design is well worth adding into my routine. It\u2019s pretty sturdy and is actually much larger than what I was expecting, this could easily have been in and around 12 to 15euro if you were to buy that in the Pok\u00e9mon store I say. It also never hurts to have a second hairbrush around!<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiifebruary2021_4\"$ \n\n $\"sokawaiifebruary_2021_5\"$ \n\nMoving on to our third item, we have a pair of Hello Kitty hair ties. Now these remind me of the bobble hair ties I used to have as a kid, that if you were unlucky, they would whack you in the head when you were putting them on. They felt like you got hit with a rock, and they didn't just hit you once! Although they were adorable, they were a b**** to get on! Also kind of wondering, what age demographic is SoKawaii aiming for really? As I imagine most of the subscribers have to be between 16 and 30, and even then I doubt many of them will be wearing their hair in pigtails with these hair ties. They are cute all the same, but are definitely aimed at little girls.<\/span>\n\nOur fourth item is a Sumikko Gurashi headband. Made of towel like material, this is actually going to be pretty handy for people that are doing their skin care routine and wish to keep their bangs off of their face. I imagine it would also be handy to have on right after you have a shower too. This item was available in two designs: Shirokuma or Neko.<\/span>\n\n $\"sokawaiifebruary_2021_6\"$ \n\nOur fifth and final item for this box, is a Gudetama Cookie Mould. This is probably the closest we are going to get this month to an actual Valentines day gift. This baking mould is a two pack cookie cutter featuring the laziest egg mascot of all time - Gudetama. What would have been a nice touch, would have been an actual recipe we could use these for!<\/span>\n\nSo this month\u2019s box has been a bit of a mixed bag really. With yet another large bag to add to the collection, a pair of hair ties that could cause a concussion, and even a pair of cookie moulds that are just going to remind me of breakfast. For those, this months\u2019 box has been a gold mine. For myself, it wasn\u2019t really worth it as the majority of the items are really no use to me in my life. But I am sure to find a good home for them amongst friends and family. 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 $\"sokawaiifebruary_2021_7\"$ \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)3 Months \u2013 $33.50 (\u20ac28.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n6 Months \u2013 $32.00 (\u20ac26.50mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n12 Months \u2013 $31.50 (\u20ac26.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\n\n http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\n\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of February\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. March\u2019s box theme is \u201cSuper Kawaii Squad\u201d, which will feature goods from Sanrio, San-X and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\n\n https:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>","post_title":"SoKawaii February 2021 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Love and self care","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-february-2021-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:16:53","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:16:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206039","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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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
Kawaii Christmas Party<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, with every parcel that arrives!!!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
Hello again my dears, the festive season is upon us once more and this month's box is like an early Christmas present to myself. We are now in the final month of what has been a chaotic 2020, a year like no other that had surprises around every corner whether we liked them or not! So in order to finish off this year, let\u2019s dive into the final SoKawaii subscription box of 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
This month\u2019s theme was \u2018Kawaii Christmas Party\u2019, which contained six items from both Sanrio, Animal Crossing, Kirby and Sumikko Gurashi. Two of which are filled with festive cheer, another three were practical and the last was a very popular Animal Crossing item in every combini in Japan. So let\u2019s get the usual info out of the way, of just how you can get your own box and subscription from SoKawaii! This box also marks SoKawaii\u2019s second anniversary!! So massive congratulations to all their dedicated team.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts. <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our first product this month was the already announced Christmas Ball Cushion from Sanrio. This squishable festive plush is available in two characters - Cinnamoroll and Pompompurin. Of which I got the adorable Golden Retriever mascot. These official mascots are well made and stuffed, with stretchy material that always returns to its original shape. The only thing I noticed was that the Christmas hat on my plush was barely stitched on in two places, but if you are handy with a needle and thread - its\u2019 a simple repair job. It\u2019s a perfect addition to any Christmas decor and will be well loved in my home for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our second product this month is also the previously announced Sanrio Christmas Blanket. This super fluffy lap blanket measures in at 70x100cm and features many Sanrio mascots including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Pochacco and more. Unfortunately I saw no sign of Kuromi, which was a bit of a bummer. It is an incredibly festive blanket though, going by the symbols I see on the tag this blanket is hand wash only so make sure you don't put it in the washing machine. Although I don't see why you couldn't just have it on a cold wash, its best not to tempt faith as I would hate to see this blanket get destroyed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next Sanrio product is a pack of eco-friendly paper straws. Which I am sure will come in very handy during the holiday season if you have guests coming over. With 30 straws inside, with two different color variations they are almost too cute to even use! We are now onto our Kirby item, which is a location exclusive Lip Cream which is available in two versions, being either Tokyo or Mount Fuji. The overall packaging is adorable and fully recyclable, however once you flip the front around you will notice how small the product actually is. Its all about the appearance for this lip cream, and it will definitely stand out in the shop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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Our next product on the practical side is a body sponge from Sumikko Gurashi. Now I really liked the last set of sponges we got a few months back, that were also from Sumikko Gurashi. This one however is larger, looks perfect for lathering up your soap and will be needed to scrub away the negative effects that 2020 has left on all of us! This item is also available in four characters, including Shirokuma, Neko, Penguin and Tokage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sixth and final item is the Animal Crossing Choco egg, much like a Kinder Egg it comes with a small toy inside encased in a chocolate shell. This item has been hopping off the shelves in Japanese convenience stores, as the franchise has had a massive following this year when the game came out during the first lockdown. With 18 characters to collect, you will be at it for a while to complete your collection. I want to ask you readers though, how much would you pay for this in a shop or even to import it from Japan? As I have seen footage from stores in Japan that sell it for 250Yen, which is about \u20ac2.50. Then I have come across sites that sell Japanese snacks and crates, that sell a single one for $10.00! Which is an obscene price to pay in my opinion! Just how much are devoted fans of Animal Crossing willing to pay for a single egg? Now I have eaten the chocolate and although it appears similar to a Kinder Egg, the chocolate itself is much similar to a very cheap Advent Calendar chocolate. Very cheap tasting and something I wouldn't be in a rush to buy again, however much like Kinder Eggs - its all about the surprise toy inside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n
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And there we have it folks, the final SoKawaii box of 2020! So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of December\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. January\u2019s box theme is \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. I want to thank each and everyone of you for following my content this year and I hope you enjoyed it! I want to wish you all a very happy Christmas and I will be back again next month for the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We are well and truly getting into the festive spirit as a much anticipated Christmas season is just around the corner. After what has been a very much considered \u2018write off\u2019 of a year, I am getting into the holiday season this November and I already have the tree & decorations up this week. And what seems like an early Christmas present each month, my November SoKawaii box turned up just in time as I was finished decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n
This months\u2019 theme is \u201cKira Kira Night\u201d, which roughly translates to Twinkle Twinkle Night. It has products from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and Kirby. Which range from a plush to stationary, a gift set, a Re-ment figure and an on-the-go cup.<\/span><\/p>\n
So let\u2019s get onto the important information shall we? SoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful<\/span> items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a> And at the moment, they are amongst one of the only subscription boxes that are still able to reach your door no matter what country you are in! *cough cough I now have 9 months of Nihon Box crates stuck in Japan due to Japan Post still not shipping to Ireland*<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our first product and the largest, was a pastel rainbow coloured Sanrio plush. Of which I received the Hello Kitty version, but there was also a Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll up for grabs. All three appear as though they are snuggly knit into a pastel colored jumpsuit with hood. All of which remind me more of a pastel galaxy design instead of a rainbow inspired palette. They are well padded and stitched together, they come with a zip in the back like most of the plushies that seem to come in this box in the past. I honestly don\u2019t understand the design appeal of having a tiny pocket in the back of a plush, that can only fit like a few coins. It also comes with a keychain on the top of the plush, so you can attach it to your bag, a hook, your bedpost or even on your clothing like the incredibly fashionable people that frequent Takeshita Street and Harajuku.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our second item is a Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure from the Starrium series. Just like the name suggests, this series focuses on stars which plays perfectly with this month's box theme. This Re-ment series has six designs to collect, which include Pikachu, Lapras, Jirachi, Gardevoir, Umbreon and Espeon. Unlucky for me I received the one design I least wanted, which was Pikachu. It\u2019s still adorable and well made, and only came in two pieces that had to be assembled. Which is very nice, as some Re-ment figures like the Rilakkuma terrarium we received a few months back included too many loose figures. This series is well worth checking out and if you did receive one in your box - you can complete your collection by heading over to TokyoToys which have the full collection up for grabs.<\/span> (<\/span>https:\/\/www.tokyotoys.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=379&q=Pokemon+Starrium<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our stationary item this box, comes from Kirby. As we get a notebook, which is available in two designs. This ruled and spiraled notebook, both feature Kirby on the forefront as well as an enclosed pocket design that is just filled with sparkling sequins to resemble a starry night sky. Each of the 70 pages inside are designed with Kirby featured along the bottom of each page. This is a high quality gift and one that I am more than pleased to add to my collection. What I will be using this notebook for in the future, I don\u2019t quite know yet. With the design, it might just be ideal as a jotter to write down the crazy dreams I have after a night full of eating nothing but sweets!<\/span><\/p>\n
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Our fourth item this month is an unusual one, as we receive a pack of My Melody laundry pegs. Although super cute and certainly practical. I have yet to test them out to see how strong they really are. You could also use them as a stationary item, if you wish to peg up some photos, drawings or notes on a string around your room. I have seen this done many times on Pinterest and maybe worth trying out, if you prefer having them more as decoration instead of having them exposed to the elements outside. They could also work as a bag clip, as suggested on the packaging. How useful they will be, will all depend on their grip.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Next up, we have quite an interesting product. So from first glance, it appears to be a very small cup. Once you turn it over and look inside, you will see a raised design in the middle with ridges. This cup fits on top of any drink bottle you buy. So say I bought a 500ml bottle of Pepsi, I can attach my cup to the top of the bottle by firmly pushing it down. Then I can unscrew the cap, with the cup still on. That is what the ridges are for, to grip the screw top cap on the plastic drink bottle. Now the cup is incredibly tiny and I don\u2019t see much use for it, except for little kids. So say you are going on a picnic (certainly not in this weather anyway) and your child isn\u2019t skilled enough yet to hold a heavy drink bottle on their own. You can bring this cup for them and it should stay neatly on the bottle as you are travelling. This product is definitely intended for younger children and is much akin to what would be seen usually with a flask, when you are carrying copious amounts of tea or soup with you on the go. This Sanrio PET Bottle Cap Cup is available in two designs, featuring either Kuromi or Cinnamoroll - of which I got the lather. Although the Kuromi one is far better detailed compared to what I would describe as a rather plain Cinnamoroll version.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And last but not least, we have a Cosme Gift Set. This very well presented piece, encloses a decorative hand towel and a small bottle of hand cream. The packaging is eye catching and this alone would be perfect to either use yourself or put away for someone special. It would also be a shame to even wrap this as a present, as it is stunning enough even on its own. This item is available in two designs, as either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Either or which will be printed on the hand towel and the hand cream bottle included.<\/span><\/p>\n
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And there we have it folks, that was Novembers\u2019 Kira Kira Night box from SoKawaii. Another jam backed box, filled not only with some practical items, but also a plush and even a decorative Re-ment figurine. The highlights for me this month, have to be the Kirby notebook and the Pok\u00e9mon Re-ment figure, the Cosme gift set was also a very nice inclusion and is completely travel sized as I am constantly on the go. So if you want to know how to get your own subscription, then continue on reading! There\u2019s even a discount code in there.<\/span><\/p>\n
So here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span><\/p>\n
1 MONTH \u2013 $35.00\/\u20ac31.77mo<\/span><\/p>\n
3 MONTHS \u2013 $33.50\/\u20ac30.40mo<\/span><\/p>\n
6 MONTHS \u2013 $32.00\/\u20ac29.04mo<\/span><\/p>\n
12 MONTHS \u2013 $31.50\/\u20ac28.59mo<\/span><\/p>\n
Better yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a><\/p>\n
Now if you liked everything you saw in this review of November\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. December\u2019s box theme is \u201cKawaii Christmas Party\u201d, which will feature goods from Animal Crossing, Sanrio and Kirby, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media. And this box will mark the last one to be released for 2020!<\/span><\/p>\n
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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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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\n http:\/\/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\n https:\/\/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"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
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