【Shigeo’s Review】
I am often surprised at the wide range of products available at 100 yen stores. I was impressed by the items introduced in this article.
I was particularly impressed by the fact that specialized and practical items such as paper cutters, needle-free staplers, glass pens, glue guns, and milk formers are available for only 100 to 300 yen.
First of all, the paper cutter was very convenient in that it is compact, easy to use, and sharp, as those who had previously used cutters to make notepads out of calendar remnants found it very convenient.
It is comparable to the more expensive ones, and the fact that it can be purchased for only 100 yen makes it an excellent cosmetic product. The needle-free stapler also has the convenience of eliminating the need to remove the needle when shredding, but its only weakness is that it can only stop up to three sheets. However, if you understand this limitation and use it, it is a useful item.
As for the glass pen, I was also surprised to find it available at 100 yen. Although there are minor differences in writing quality and thickness depending on the width of the groove, Celia’s products are recommended for their stable writing quality.
This is a great discovery for lovers of writing instruments. Glue guns also have some drawbacks in cord length, but the fact that longer cords are now available for 200 yen improves ease of use. We were also surprised by the durability of the glue gun, which was purchased 11 years ago for making a welcome board for a wedding and is still in use today.
Some said they were also impressed with the milk former.
The 100-unit milk formers they had purchased in the past were underpowered and did not foam well, but it seems that there are products with improved performance these days, and they were surprised at the difference. The continuing evolution of these home appliance items is a unique attraction of the 100-yen market.
In the area of cooking supplies, kitchen knives, grated daikon (Japanese radish), and sashimi plates were mentioned. The kitchen knives are not expected to be sharp, but they can be used for children and for simple purposes. The grated daikon radish is cute and exciting to look at, and the sashimi plates are also appreciated for their light weight and ease of use.
Tableware is of sufficient quality for daily use, with an increasing number of glass and ceramic products in addition to plastic, and improved designs.
Seasonings are also well stocked, such as cinnamon sugar, curry spices, and vanilla essence, which are useful when you want something you don’t use often or only need in small quantities.
It is especially surprising that domestically produced vanilla essence can be purchased for 100 yen, making it an excellent value for money. Mini-sized cup noodles and seasoned nori seaweed are also good value, and I found many high-quality items available.
In terms of daily necessities, I was surprised to find that slippers, sandals, sanitary pants, and other daily necessities are also available at 100 yen.
The slippers are lightweight, easy to walk in, and have rubber soles to prevent slipping, while the sanitary pants are useful as disposable items in times of disaster or hospitalization. Furthermore, the fact that they even sell neckties was a surprising discovery, with customers saying that they are useful for sudden weddings, funerals, and other such occasions.
There is also a full lineup of products for hobbies and special purposes.
Mannequin heads (for storing wigs), hair dryer holders, bath chairs, and other specialized items are also available, and are highly rated for their good balance of quality and price. The selection of high-quality products, such as handmade soap from France and masks from Japan, also shows the evolution of the 100-yen market.
In addition, items incorporating the latest technology, such as electronic memo pads, nail LED lights, car accessories, and waterproof wireless earphones, are also available.
Many customers say that it is especially convenient to buy smartphone accessories and earphones as spare parts.
The 100-yen shop offers a wide range of products from daily necessities to specialized tools and hobby items, and their quality is improving year by year.
Many of the products are worth more than their price, and it is clear that they can enrich people’s lives by being used wisely.
On the other hand, some products require compromises in terms of performance, so it is important to select products with the intended use in mind. Still, the fact that such a wide variety of products are available at a price range that is familiar and easy to use is a surprise in itself, and I can recommend the contents of this report to many people.
