5 Hot Japanese Gadgets that aren't phones

Komamura is a Japanese company that manufactures vintage camera replicas. Here is a micro version of the Leica M3, measuring 74x44x47mm and weighing 110g.

The original Leica M3 was introduced in 1954 was the first to combine the viewfinder and rangefinder in one window, as well as the bayonet mount [as opposed to a screw mount] which is commonly used today.

Komamura's version, while a fraction of the size, is now a completely functional 5 Megapixel digital camera with 32MB of internal memory and an SD card reader.

This is the first electronic dictionary with a built in television.

Electronic dictionaries are massive in Japan with almost every student owning some kind. Electronic stores devote entire sections to this product, the market is huge.

Sharp have uped the ante with this gem that not only includes the standard Japanese and Japanese-English dictionary, but also a 1Seg digital TV tuner. The display is fabulous due to Sharp's ASV technology and 480x272 resolution.

Not to settle, however, they have also thrown in an MP3 player and an SD slot.

Advancements in USB stick packaging can't be faltered by Japan's steadfast creativity. Here is a 512MB squid that lights up and comes in the most delicious packaging; replicating what you'd actually find in a Japanese supermarket.

Easily my favourite Japanese gadget, the Nabaztag - the WiFi rabbit. This 9-inch piece of tech-toy heaven's cuteness is only matched by it's pointlessness.

Via RSS feeds, this little guy [or girl] will read you your news, blog posts, weather updates or anything else you tell it to. It also plays music, sets the mood and talks to other Nabaztags!

I've never wanted anything more in my life.