EXIF info:
Nikon D90
Lens: 18-70mm F/3.5-4.5G
Focal Length: 18mm
Aperture: F/5.6
Shutter Speed: 1/80s
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 640
Hello Kitty good luck charms, Hagoita
Among the "only in Japan" Hello Kitty items, probably the most specific possible are the traditional lucky charms. Photographed here are several hagoita, rectangular wooden paddles usually sold around the New Year as good luck charms. Of course, they are done as traditionally as possible, so Helo Kitty is dressed in kimono. Kawaii! (^_^)
Hello Kitty Hagoita, Tokyo