TOP 6 Of Japanese Winter Warmers

26 Nov 2007 Category: Fashion, Features, Products, Technology

TOP 6 Of Japanese Winter Warmers

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After a short icy preview in November, winter is already right around the corner in Tokyo. And while you wait for the leaves to turn into beautiful reds, browns, and yellow, prepare to get your warmers ready to keep out the cold! Gloves, scarves and disposable warm packs go without saying, but will they be enough to get you through the winter? PingMag introduces our favourite selection of comfy winter warmers!

Written by Ayana
Translated by Natsumi Yamane

1. Techie Cosiness

As we already introduced once in our clever 10 Unusual USB Objects article last summer, Thanko does gadgets of the unusual variety. With these clever USB tools, the persistent drafts in a traditional Japanese home won’t bother you anymore…

USB Warmer Gloves

It’s simple to use, just plug in to your USB port and it start warming your hands. Conveniently, you can control the warmth and uncover the fingertips when necessary. Typing in a cold room will never be a problem again!


USB Warmer Gloves from Thanko. You can uncover the fingertips to type and keep your hands warm at the same time.

It comes with a High/Low switch to control the warmth. Makes working at home more fun!

USB Warmer Mouse Pad

What! This cuddly toy-like blue fish is actually a super cute mouse pad! Simply connect it to your USB and place your mouse on it, and it quickly warms up to keep your hands toasty. Best idea so far!

A blue fish as USB Warmer Mouse Pad, made by Thanko: Stick your hand inside to keep it warm and comfy!

2. Warmer Nails


The “Warmer Nails” from Japan Aesthetic Service.

Following our excursion on Nail Art, many of you beloved readers commented on the decorative quality… But guess what, nail art is also an idea for cold protection! This interesting “Warmer Nails” from “Japan Aesthetic Service” contain capsaicin and tourmaline essence, so it warms your hands (and feet) just by applying it on your nails. You can even manicure other colours over it. Ladies and boys, why not use it as your base or top coating? We smell a fashion trend…

3. Warm Packs

Though (disposable) warm packs must be THE essential item for Japanese winter, it’s still relatively rare outside the country…. A warm pack is a type of warm goods that radiate heat by the chemical reaction from powdered iron, water, activated carbon and salts contained inside the pack. Disposable ones are common only in Japan, but many new types are appearing recently.

Nuru Hokkairo: Heating Gel


“Nuru Hokkairo” by Hakugen is a gel that warms you and provides with moisturising effects.

Hakugen has launched a new version of “Nuru Hokkairo,” which warms your hands and feet simply by applying a cream that contains thermal substances and far-infrared powders (!). Furthermore, it contains hyaluronic acid to nurture your skin. We need that at once!

Sweet Reusable Warm Packs

Next on the list is a lovely reusable warm pack by Prime Nakamura, also famous for their cute Yokomuki Kids characters. All you need to do is to flick the metal inside and there we go with instant warmth! Afterwards, it can be used again and again simply by reheating it in the microwave or using hot water. Very convenient!

Prime Nakamura’s “Yokomuki Kids Hot Pad.” How cute! Just reheat it in the microwave or with hot water.

4. Hot Water Bottles

How about a traditional hot water bottle, commonly used all over the world? As far as Japan is concerned, it came in from China in the Muromachi Period, which makes it quite old. At one point, the use of hot water bottles decreased dramatically, but we have seen a comeback in the past few years - thanks to those awesome covers:

Oh my! A little dog…

This lovely puppy is holding a hot water bottle underneath its tummy and, in cold nights, it will warm your bed for a comfy sleep? Available from Pandaman.


“Cuddly Puppy and Hot Water Bottle” from Pandaman.

A hot water bottle is tucked in its tummy. SO cute!

…and then a gummy bear….

Our second choice would be from fashy, a German maker of high quality hot water bottles. These bright coloured teddy covers look just like HARIBO gummy bears - you might even want one to add a little color to your room. Do not try to eat it though! Available in Japan from a-mon.


A gummy bear in your bed! Hot water bottle covers from fashy.

This time, the hot water bottle is tucked into its back. By the way, did you know that hot water bottles also serve as humidifiers?

5. Warm Wipes For A Warm Baby Bottom

Of course, we didn’t forget about the small ones among us: The inevitable moments for babies to feel cold is when mums use baby wipes. Normally, these wipes are wet so babies can’t help but feel the chill. But putting the tissue in this “Quick Warmer” from Combi would make a baby feel feel so much more pleasant.


“Quick Warmer” from Combi for warming a usual baby wipe.

Warm wipes will make both babies and mums happy! As depicted.

6. Lastly, A Cat Kotatsu

Actually, your precious four-legged friends feel the cold too. In Japan, cats love to curl up inside a kotatsu! So pet food manufacturer Doggyman has come up with a pet-friendly 45cm square kotatsu exclusively for animals. You will be relieved to know that the plastic cords are specially coated to prevent any accidents from cats chewing on them.

Cats’ ultimate bliss…. “Dream Kotatsu” (for cats and small-sized dogs) from Doggyman does not use infrared lamp so your beloved friends won’t damage their eyes. How considerate!

Keep yourself warm this season! And warm thanks to all who helped us with this article!

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