Only In Japan? : Man Pillow

mcs328 · 10-01-2004, 09:23 AM

http://story.news.yahoo.com/news?tmp...yfriend_pillow

In Japan, Women Can Doze With Man Pillow

Thu Sep 30, 4:53 PM ET Strange News - AP

By KAORI HITOMI, Associated Press Writer

NAGAREYAMA, Japan - After a long night at work as a radio DJ, Junko Suzuki likes to snuggle at bedtime — and she says she's found the perfect partner: a man-shaped pillow.

Linen maker Kameo Corp.'s new "Boyfriend's Arm Pillow" — which consists of a headless torso and a stuffed arm that curls around the sleeper — might make some people uneasy.

But not Suzuki, or about 1,000 others in Japan who have bought the pillow, which Kameo says is the first of its kind. The product went on the market last December.

"I like to sleep holding someone's hand," Suzuki, 34. "And this pillow makes me feel relaxed because I can hold the arm and feel something warm at my side."

Kameo, based in the southern Japanese city of Fukuoka, says the pillow is not only an emotional comfort, but that its shape keeps the body balanced by supporting the sleeper from both sides.

Sleepers typically curl up in between the body of the pillow and the crooked arm, with the sleeper's head resting on the pillow's "bicep."

"My grandmother used to say that there is nothing more comfortable pillow than human," said Kameo President Tomoki Kakehashi. "So, I thought that maybe women would want to sleep on an arm-shaped pillow."

The pillow is only on sale in Japan, where customers can buy one for $80. Covered in a shirt-shaped pillow cover, it comes in blue, pink or green.

For Suzuki, who is estranged from her husband, the pillow has definite advantages: It doesn't squirm or thrash in the night, and you know it'll be there in the morning.

"It keeps holding me all the way through," she said in her home outside of Tokyo. "I think this is great because this does not betray me."

One-size pillows do not fit all.

So Kameo is working up new models: muscular pillows for sleepers who like their pillows well-built; slender models for those after a more sensitive, vulnerable partner.

The company also has a prototype for its next big project: a female pillow for men. This one will be shaped like a woman's lap, with a "skirt" cover.

"I always thought someone's lap would the best pillow for me," said Kakehashi.
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Gee...we men not even good enough to cuddle with.

ray · 10-01-2004, 10:04 AM

I wonder if Revil bought one of these for himself...

nickel · 10-01-2004, 10:19 AM

i saw these like a year ago. i wonder if they are selling?

DarkFury · 10-01-2004, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by mcs328

For Suzuki, who is estranged from her husband, the pillow has definite advantages: It doesn't squirm or thrash in the night, and you know it'll be there in the morning.

"It keeps holding me all the way through," she said in her home outside of Tokyo. "I think this is great because this does not betray me."

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Gee...we men not even good enough to cuddle with.

Sound like yet another lonely female in need of MEMO!!!

Maybe we'll sign them up for some of those "classes" folks were talkin' about earlier this week.

Hmm... I wonder if this pillow could be used as a "decoy" for when we need to slip out in the middle of the night. :shift:

caribiner23 · 10-01-2004, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by DarkFury

Hmm... I wonder if this pillow could be used as a "decoy" for when we need to slip out in the middle of the night. :shift:

You might need some additional "parts" to keep your presence known.

DarkFury · 10-01-2004, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by caribiner23

You might need some additional "parts" to keep your presence known.

Heh... well... we'll just call that "Version 1.0"

look_ma · 10-01-2004, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by caribiner23

You might need some additional "parts" to keep your presence known.

Wow, that pillow is already to second base.

nickel · 10-01-2004, 04:26 PM

very observant young grasshopper

Maarchk · 10-01-2004, 05:10 PM

Why is it that girls enjoy sleeping facing away from you? Not that its always that bad, but why does someone kiss you good night and then turn away from you to sleep?

DaFunkyUnit · 10-01-2004, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Maarchk

Why is it that girls enjoy sleeping facing away from you? Not that its always that bad, but why does someone kiss you good night and then turn away from you to sleep?

can you stack 2 spoons facing each other?

didnt think so.

look_ma · 10-01-2004, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Maarchk

Not that its always that bad, but why does someone kiss you good night and then turn away from you to sleep?

She is just dropping suttle hints of the new position she wants to try.

DarkFury · 10-01-2004, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by look_ma

She is just dropping suttle hints of the new position she wants to try.

"face down... @ss up".... is all she needs to know.

molecularfire · 10-01-2004, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Maarchk

Why is it that girls enjoy sleeping facing away from you? Not that its always that bad, but why does someone kiss you good night and then turn away from you to sleep?

Preparation for morning breath?

GracieBayb · 10-06-2004, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by caribiner23

You might need some additional "parts" to keep your presence known.

tooo funny!

Showtime · 10-06-2004, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Maarchk

Why is it that girls enjoy sleeping facing away from you? Not that its always that bad, but why does someone kiss you good night and then turn away from you to sleep?

I wouldnt know, usually that's my cue to sneak ou... I mean go take care of some things.

-j

BigJon · 10-10-2004, 05:55 PM

Try a "Boppy"...they work just as well.

DarkFury · 12-15-2004, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Maarchk

Why is it that girls enjoy sleeping facing away from you? Not that its always that bad, but why does someone kiss you good night and then turn away from you to sleep?

Probably... it's a natural avoidance of "morning breath" or something.

Heck... I wouldn't wanna face them either sometimes.

BTW... I apologize in advance for resurrecting this thread, however it's mcs328's fault for referencing the "Japanese woman lap pillow" and caribiner23's fault for linking back to this thread.

nickel · 12-16-2004, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by DarkFury

BTW... I apologize in advance for resurrecting this thread, however it's mcs328's fault for referencing the "Japanese woman lap pillow" and caribiner23's fault for linking back to this thread.

a likely excuse

DarkFury · 12-16-2004, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by nickel

a likely excuse

And I'm stickin' to it.

yo · 12-16-2004, 09:43 AM

Theres a version for the lonely guy in all of us

http://news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=stor...apan_pillow_dc

DarkFury · 12-16-2004, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by yo

Theres a version for the lonely guy in all of us

http://news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=stor...apan_pillow_dc

Ahem...

http://www.gotapex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82282 (Lap Pillow - Oh those lonely Japanese men)

Pretty much that is the thread I was referring to above.

10-01-2004, 09:23 AM	#1
mcs328 Admiral Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Maryland Posts: 6,578	Only In Japan? : Man Pillow http://story.news.yahoo.com/news?tmp...yfriend_pillow In Japan, Women Can Doze With Man Pillow Thu Sep 30, 4:53 PM ET Strange News - AP By KAORI HITOMI, Associated Press Writer NAGAREYAMA, Japan - After a long night at work as a radio DJ, Junko Suzuki likes to snuggle at bedtime — and she says she's found the perfect partner: a man-shaped pillow. Linen maker Kameo Corp.'s new "Boyfriend's Arm Pillow" — which consists of a headless torso and a stuffed arm that curls around the sleeper — might make some people uneasy. But not Suzuki, or about 1,000 others in Japan who have bought the pillow, which Kameo says is the first of its kind. The product went on the market last December. "I like to sleep holding someone's hand," Suzuki, 34. "And this pillow makes me feel relaxed because I can hold the arm and feel something warm at my side." Kameo, based in the southern Japanese city of Fukuoka, says the pillow is not only an emotional comfort, but that its shape keeps the body balanced by supporting the sleeper from both sides. Sleepers typically curl up in between the body of the pillow and the crooked arm, with the sleeper's head resting on the pillow's "bicep." "My grandmother used to say that there is nothing more comfortable pillow than human," said Kameo President Tomoki Kakehashi. "So, I thought that maybe women would want to sleep on an arm-shaped pillow." The pillow is only on sale in Japan, where customers can buy one for $80. Covered in a shirt-shaped pillow cover, it comes in blue, pink or green. For Suzuki, who is estranged from her husband, the pillow has definite advantages: It doesn't squirm or thrash in the night, and you know it'll be there in the morning. "It keeps holding me all the way through," she said in her home outside of Tokyo. "I think this is great because this does not betray me." One-size pillows do not fit all. So Kameo is working up new models: muscular pillows for sleepers who like their pillows well-built; slender models for those after a more sensitive, vulnerable partner. The company also has a prototype for its next big project: a female pillow for men. This one will be shaped like a woman's lap, with a "skirt" cover. "I always thought someone's lap would the best pillow for me," said Kakehashi. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Gee...we men not even good enough to cuddle with. __________________

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Maarchk Rear Admiral Upper Half Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Where the east meets the west. Posts: 3,066	Why is it that girls enjoy sleeping facing away from you? Not that its always that bad, but why does someone kiss you good night and then turn away from you to sleep? __________________ "The girl is crafty like ice is cold." "I left my heart in san francisco... And my liver at Moe's Tavern." A real friend is one who listens to you as much as they talk to you.

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ray captain awesome Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 7,054	I wonder if Revil bought one of these for himself...

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