Thanko Sells USB-Powered Cat-Face Allergy Mask

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Friday, February 4th, 2011

We haven’t covered anything coming from Tokyo-based crazy accessory maker Thanko in a while. But yesterday, the company started selling its newest super-silly USB gadget: an allergy mask [JP] that not only will make the wearer look like a “cat” (well, kind of) but also comes with a built-in mini fan (see picture below).

The fan is supposed to make you breathe easier (?) and is powered by USB (I guess you need to figure out a way to hide the USB cable and stay connected to a computer when using the thing).

Thanko sells the mask in their Japanese online store (price: $25). Ask Thanko partner Geek Stuff 4 U if you really need to get one shipped outside Japan.

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