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Book Synopsis: From the land of the rising sun, strangely practical and utterly eccentric inventions for a life of ease―and hilarity.
In Japan, Kenji Kawakami is famous for his tireless promotion of Chindogu: the art of the unuseless idea. Kawakami has developed an entire philosophy around these bizarre and logic-defying gadgets and gizmos, which must work but are actually entirely impractical. Created in the spirit of anarchy, unuseless inventions are not allowed to be patented or sold.
Fans of the unuseless will love this completely absorbing collection of 200 Chindogu, including:the Drymobile (your laundry dries as you drive)the Solar-Powered Torch (never runs low on batteries)Duster Slippers for Cats (now the most boring job around the house becomes hours of fun―for your cat!)Walk 'n' Wash Ankle-Attachable Laundry Tanks (a perfect solution for the problems of inadequate exercise and hygiene)and many, many more.
These hilarious inventions have taken Japan by storm. Every one of the 200 items in The Big Bento Box of Unuseless Japanese Inventions has actually been manufactured to the highest standards, fully tested by pioneering members of the Japanese public, and documented in their unuselessness with photographs. 442 color photographs. Read more
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Get ready to embark on a wild and humorous journey through the land of the rising sun with "The Big Bento Box of Unuseless Japanese Inventions." This incredible book uncovers the weirdest and most nonsensical gadgets and gizmos ever created. Whether you're looking for a laugh or a practical solution to life's problems, this collection of 200 Chindogu inventions has got you covered.
Imagine driving around town and having your laundry dry as you go with the incredible Drymobile! Say goodbye to those pesky battery changes with the Solar-Powered Torch that never runs low on energy. And who would have thought that the most boring chore in the house could become hours of fun for your cat? Introducing the Duster Slippers for Cats!
But it doesn't stop there. We've got the perfect solution to the problems of exercise and hygiene with Walk 'n' Wash Ankle-Attachable Laundry Tanks. These inventions have captured the hearts of the Japanese public, and we guarantee they'll capture yours too.
Every single item in this collection has been manufactured to the highest standards, tested by pioneering individuals, and documented with stunning color photographs. Prepare to be amazed by the sheer creativity and ingenuity behind these unuseless inventions.
Don't miss out on the chance to own a piece of Japanese quirkiness. Click here to grab your copy of "The Big Bento Box of Unuseless Japanese Inventions" today!
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