Face Trainer
Plastic surgery is made relatively easy in the west, but in Japanese culture, the idea of exercise is heavily promoted. Various tools usually aid these workouts to help people feel their best before going under the knife.
And nothing explains this concept better than the $37 face trainer. You can buy one from any local store, from groceries to pharmacies. You are meant to grip the device with your teeth which helps strengthen your facial muscles and prevents skin from sagging and aging. While the results aren’t scientifically backed, most locals are convinced that this simple device works better than surgery!
Translating Smart Mask
In recent years, wearing a mask has become commonplace, but this is only a new concept for the west, as most people in Japan have been wearing surgical masks for decades. It’s not only used as a hygiene device but also can be a fashion accessory.
But recent updates to the mask have birthed this new device, allowing the wearer’s words to be translated into eight different languages! While it costs $265,000 to make each mask, retailers will sell it for only $50. It hasn’t hit the local markets yet, but initial reviews have been overwhelmingly positive.