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Okazu Top Pop: Holiday 2008 (part one)

November 19th, 2008 by Naomi

1. LUSH’s Double Fast Luck emotibomb is scented with LUSH’s signature scent, Karma. LUSH wishes you “good fortune this (Chinese) New Year”. Emotibombs are used in the shower and surround you with lovely scented steam. And they’re vegan friendly. You can buy this for $3.95 online or in stores. In 2009, Chinese New Year falls on January 26. I can say only good things about LUSH. Both the customer service and products themselves are absolutely outstanding.

(image from LUSH)

2. Winter Pocky is limited edition for the season. This version is regular chocolate Pocky, dusted lightly with cocoa powder. You can get it at JList for $3.30 a box. As per the norm, you’ll get 15% off the total if you buy a case (ten boxes or more).

3. Holiday nyokki plants are handmade ceramic containers with rye grass seed. These particular designs are holiday themed and you can choose from a gingerbread man, a snowman, or Santa. Get them for $14 at fred flare. You simply add water, set in a sunny place, and watch them grow. These are like Chia Pets, but a little more up to date. And Cuter.

(image from fred flare)

4. Sanrio tree ornaments Because we know I love Hello Kitty and Deery Lou. Originally priced at $8 at Urban Outfitters, they’re now on sale for $4.99-$5.99. The gingerbread Deery is my favourite. I have a Deery Lou ornament from a few seasons ago hanging in the bathroom. That may not seem particularly appropriate, but if you saw our bathroom you’d understand.

(image from UO)

5. Lotte Winter pie no mi I’ve never actually tried this, but it’s definitely on my holiday wishlist. I love the graphics on the box. This seasonal variety is white milk chocolate flavoured. Om nom nom. Buy these at JList for $2.70. Buy me a box while you’re at it.

(image from JList)

Okazu Top Pop is about showcasing products inspired by Asian pop culture that are accessible to everyone. I do my best to display a decent range of things, but I can’t always do that! If you have any suggestions or favourites you’d like to share, send me a note. I’d love to hear from you.