3 Good Designs (from Japan)
- Disposable Bodywarmer
- Parasol / Umbrella
- Vacuum Warm Cooker
Disposable Bodywarmer
Use this disposable bodywarmer that could keep the body warm for about 14 hours. It is made of iron powder, water, activated carbon, vermiculite, and salt. All materials were put inside a flat non-woven bag. There is some adhesive on one side and allows us to stick on the clothes, but not directly stick on the skin. It usually keeps warm for 14 hours with at least 40 ℃, an average of 53 ℃, and a maximum of 63 ℃. Depend on the usages, bodywarmer has different sizes and types. Also, the size would affect the duration of warmth. According to my own experience, I would suggest sticking on the tummy area or under the socks (sole). If we keep these two parts of the body warm, it could keep the whole body warm. In addition, the mini size would be recommended to stick on the shoulder to reduce the pain of the stiff shoulder. There is another type that cannot be stuck on the clothes. However, the warmth of the non-stick type could last for 24 hours. If your hands usually feel cold, this type may be the most suitable one for you. I am a person who is afraid of cold, so I cannot go out without it in winter.
Available on amazon.co.jp
Parasol / Umbrella
“A white complexion is powerful enough to hide seven faults.” As an Asian with a flat nose, I always make my skin tone looking bright in order to hide my facial weaknesses. A useful way for me to protect my skin is away from the ultraviolet (UV) by using this folding parasol. In addition to deepening the skin tone and sunburn, direct UV exposure will also accelerate skin aging. Since the back of the fabric is coated with polyurethane, it has a heat-shielding effect and the light-shielding rate is 99%. The most important thing is the 99.99% UV shielding rate. It is also water repellent and waterproof so I can use it in the rain. In Hong Kong, the summer lasts for nearly six months and over 30 ℃ on every sunny day. Hence, I had taken this parasol with me every day in the summer when I was in Hong Kong. After moving to the UK, it is also very useful for a sudden rain shower. This parasol was designed to be light and compact, sizing 17 × 6 × 2.5 cm after folded, weighing 180g only. It can be stored conveniently in my bag pocket or a small handbag.
Available on amazon.co.jp
Vacuum warm cooker
After I had read the news about rising the energy price, I bought this vacuum warm cooker right away. My family loves soups and makes soup every day. Chinese-style soups have to be boiled for at least 2-3 hours. However, I can save at least 75% electricity by using this cooker. How does it work? Simply. This vacuum warm cooker mainly consists of two parts, an outer pot for keeping temperature and an inner pot for cooking. Just put all the ingredients into the inner pot as usual, and then boil on an induction hob or gas cooker for 20-30 minutes. After that, put it back in the outer pot and leave it for 2-3 hours. As the outer pot can maintain a high temperature for a long time, it is possible to cook while keeping warm. The capacity of the cooking inner pot is about 4.5L. It is enough for a family of 3-5. The lid of the inner pot is made of glass, which means I can check the condition of the cooking without open the lid. Moreover, as I do not need to take care of the fire, I can cook when I am out or sleeping. In addition to soup, it can cook rice and various stewed dishes.
Available on amazon.co.jp