Today I bought a Japanese relaxation toy called a Hidamari no Tami, or Sunny Person. He's just a little guy that sits and nods his head. Using a silent motor powered by a solar panel on the base, his head will go very fast in direct sunlight, and slower just in your room. He's a little bit hypnotizing.
These guys are made by Tomy Toys. They are the international toy company that makes a lot of toys licensed by Japanese companies that bring their products to US and European markets. They come in various styles. Some shake their head side to side. Some nod. Mine fishes.
The one I got is actually another companies knock off, but only because I saw it in a local chinese restaurant and had to have it right away. I'm a consumer whore.
If you would like to purchase some authentic ones, you can try Amazon Japan or one of my favorite Japanese import sites J-Box. I will probably pick up another one sometime. Importing just takes a few weeks longer than I have the patience for.
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