Japan Tech Gadget Clips

Charming Liar Otter Enjoys a Relaxing Hot Spring: A Year-Round Room Light Humidifier Appears!

CCP's character appliance brand "charanics" introduces the compact "Room Light Humidifier Charming Liar Otter" (8,300 yen including tax), featuring the popular character relaxing in a hot spring. This versatile device offers three functions in one: humidification, room lighting, or both, with adjustable mist and a timer. Pre-orders begin on January 20, 2026, with a general release in mid-February 2026.

2026.01.20

Home App

Hitachi GLS Launches Connected Refrigerators with ‘Vacuum Chilled Compartment’ for Extended Food Freshness

Hitachi Global Life Solutions (Hitachi GLS) introduces the 'Central Freezer HZC Type' connected refrigerators, featuring a new 'Vacuum Chilled Compartment' that utilizes vacuum and chilled temperatures to maintain food freshness. These models integrate with the 'Happiness Up' app for enhanced food management and daily convenience.

2026.01.20

Kitchen App

Realize Innovations Begins Offering High-Precision Sleep Analysis Tablet “Sleep HUB”

Realize Innovations Inc. has announced the commencement of handling for "Sleep HUB," a high-precision sleep analysis tablet provided by its partner, South Korean sleep tech company Asleep Inc. Sleep HUB is an advanced sleep tech solution that uses AI to analyze breathing sounds captured by the tablet's microphone during sleep, visualizing sleep states, determining sleep stages in real-time, and supporting falling asleep and deep sleep with sleep-promoting sounds.

2026.01.20

Health&Fitness

SKYWORTH Launches New Product Lineup in Japanese Market

Global TV brand SKYWORTH has officially entered the Japanese market, releasing three new TV series: the P5600H portable TV, the E5500G Eye Care Google TV, and the G6600H 4K flagship model, available since November 2025.

2026.01.20

Home App

Innovative Golf Ball Holder “CoCoClip,” Recipient of the 2024 Good Design Award, Now Available in Japan

The innovative golf ball holder "CoCoClip," recognized with the 2024 Good Design Award, has commenced sales in Japan. Distributed exclusively by Taiga Trade Co., Ltd., CoCoClip offers golfers a stress-free way to manage golf balls during play with its unique design and practical features.

2026.01.20

Gadgets

Popular Board Game ‘Sakura Furu Yo ni Kettou o’ VR Adaptation Officially Supervised! Development Support Crowdfunding Successfully Raises Over 22 Million Yen

General Incorporated Association REARV has developed a VR world for the popular board game "Sakura Furu Yo ni Kettou o" under official supervision. A crowdfunding campaign for ongoing development and expansion has successfully raised over 22 million yen, far exceeding its initial goal.

2026.01.20

Game Consoles

Brook Gaming Introduces “Wingman P5” Next-Generation Converter, Unifying PS5, PS4, and PC Gaming Experiences

Brook Gaming announces the global launch of "Wingman P5," a cutting-edge converter designed to enhance gaming across PlayStation 5, PS4, and PC. Utilizing unique "Direct Connection" technology, it offers virtually zero input lag and full wireless controller functionality, including vibration and gyro, allowing players to use their preferred controllers like Xbox Elite Series 2 or Switch Pro seamlessly.

2026.01.20

Game Consoles

Caseplay Launches “BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War” Smartphone Accessories with 25 Designs for Over 150 Models

Caseplay, a service operated by FOX Corporation, has announced the release of a new line of smartphone accessories featuring designs from the popular TV anime "BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War." The collection, available from January 19, 2026, offers 25 unique designs compatible with more than 150 smartphone models, including iPhone, Xperia, Pixel, and Galaxy.

2026.01.20

Smartphones

I-O Data Device Receives “BCN AWARD 2026” Grand Prize in LCD Display Category for 10th Consecutive Year

I-O Data Device, Inc. has been honored with the Grand Prize in the LCD Display category at the "BCN AWARD 2026." This marks the tenth consecutive year the company has achieved the No. 1 position in annual sales for this category, demonstrating its consistent leadership in the market.

2026.01.19

PC & Tablets

30% Discount Campaign Announced for ‘AmiVoice Front WT01,’ a Microphone Specialized for Speech Recognition

Advanced Media has announced a 30% discount campaign for its 'AmiVoice Front WT01' microphone, designed specifically for speech recognition. This limited-time offer will be available on Amazon from January 19, 2026, to March 31, 2026.

2026.01.19

Gadgets