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banpresto fruit palette: float some led citrus in your bathtub

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Apparently, the folks in Japan have some different ways of chilling out in the tub than what I’m familiar with. Banpresto Fruit Palette are light-up fake fruit that you float around your bathtub while you soak to help you let your mind drift. Ahhhhh… There’s nothing like some oversize plastic citrus to help you relax.…

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June 29th, 2009 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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projector pot casts a relaxing ocean on your ceiling

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Here’s a great way to help chill out the next time you’re feeling stressed out.

Created by Japan’s I Love New Yoku, the Projector Pot (Relaxing Ocean) transports you to the open seas any time you dim the lights. Just set the Projector Pot on any surface, power it on, and turn down your lights.…

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May 7th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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varier’s zero gravity recliner

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Furniture makers Varier are offering space-age Zen goodness in the form of the limited edition Gravity Balans recliner. Varier claims that the Gravity Balans’ fully reclined position is “probably the closest you will get to zero gravity”, because in it one ends up in a position where the feet are higher than the heart. You…

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December 15th, 2008 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: lambert v.

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relaxation station will find a way to make you chill out

LTK-2000 Relaxation Therapy Device

Sure, we’ve all seen devices that promise to help you relax, whether with light, sound, or even aromatherapy. This new gadget out of Korea takes the kitchen sink approach to chilling out, combining all of the aforementioned techniques to get you to unwind.

The LTK-2000 Therapy Station starts out with 24 relaxing sounds in categories…

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March 9th, 2008 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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digital sound feeling system: huh?

SEGATOYS Digital Sound Feeling System

Japan produces some of the most important innovations in the world of technology, but they also are known for making some of the oddest gadgets ever invented. This one is no exception.

This strange looking device from SEGATOYS produces three-dimensional “healing” sounds which are designed to help you relax. You’re supposed to keep the battery-operated…

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March 11th, 2007 comments (3) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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