Cosmetics & Toiletries & Household Products Marketing News in Japan articles from April 2006

Cosmetics & Toiletries & Household Products Marketing News in Japan archives from April 2006

Cosmetics Sales in 2005 by Sales Route.
April 25, 2006... Shukan Shogyo, a major Japanese cosmetics and toiletries journal publisher, has announced that the estimated cosmetics sales in 2005 totaled 3,438,927 million yen on a retail basis, up 1.9% over 2004. As for sales by route, cosmetics...

Cosmetics Shipment Totals of 150 Firms by Distribution Channel in 2005.
April 25, 2006... According to a survey conducted by Shukan Shyogo, total cosmetics shipments of 150 companies by distribution channel in 2005 reached 2,128,209.9 million yen, up 4.0% over 2004. When one company sells its cosmetic products through three...

Japanese Cosmetics Distribution Channels.
April 25, 2006... The distribution channel of cosmetics in Japan is summarized as follows: (1) Franchised System = Maker - Its own Sales Company - Contract Retail Store (Chain Store) - Consumer (2) Door-to-Door Sales = Maker - (Sales Company and Dealer) - Sales...

Total Number of New Cosmetic Products Introduced in 2005.
April 25, 2006... Shukan Shogyo has announced the total number of new cosmetic products introduced in 2003. Compared to 2002, the total number rose 0.9% to 8211 and the average retail price increased 0.8% to 2902 yen. New products included new shades, new...

Japan's Cosmetics Sales in 2003 (January-December).
April 25, 2006... According to the statistics compiled by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Japan's total cosmetics sales value increased 0.8% to 1,445,918 million yen on a shipment basis and total sales volume rose 1.0% to 397,787,660 kilograms on a...

Sales of Soap & Detergents in 2005 (January December).
April 25, 2006... According to the statistics compiled by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, the total sales volume of soap and detergents in 2005 rose 0.9% to 1,838,484 tons and the total sales value decreased 0.4% to 474,732 million yen from the...

Daiwa Gravure's Cartridge Packs Wins Attention along with Award.
April 25, 2006... Having earned high honors from the 2005 International Package Design Award, the Cartridge Pack from Daiwa Gravure is winning plenty of attention from potential users as well. The flexible film pack is meant for product refills. It fits upside...

Boron Japan Develops Eco-Friendly Plastic Additive.
April 25, 2006... Boron Japan has developed Nanohybrid Capsule 2, a small amount of which can be added to resins to boost crystallization and therefore strength. The result is stronger films and containers with less material. In testing, the company found that...

Seiko Bisou Enjoying Success of Teeco-Mail Returnable Mailer.
April 25, 2006... Seiko Bisou reports that its business manufacturing and selling the Teeco-mail returnable mailer is growing steadily. The package has found use with rental DVD services and is also a good fit for direct mail firms and survey takers. The product...

Damage Free Hair Curling Agent.
April 25, 2006... Showa Denko has announced the development of "Supiera" a weak acid type hair curling agent containing a thiol compound that, unlike conventional products, does not damage the hair. The product will be marketed to toiletry and cosmetic companies...

Highly Flexible Melamine Decorative Strips.
April 25, 2006... Nagoya based Aika Kogyo has announced the development of "Melamine Kessho Ita" a highly flexible melamine decorative strip (facing plate) for use on bench and counter tops, etc. The strips can be bent at room temperature (namely without...

Flange on Zip-Pak's Zippered Nutraceutical Bag Enhances Cleanliness.
April 25, 2006... Zip-Pak manufactures Zip-Pak Retort, the first nutraceutical zippered bag with a flange connected to the retort zipper. This construction keeps liquid content from coming into contact with the zipper, thus enhancing cleanliness. The company...

Rubber Band Box.
April 25, 2006... Tokyo based Yanagida has begun the use of a box specially designed for holding rubber bands. Conventional boxes tend to use a perforated round opening which can make the bands difficult to remove. The new patent-pending box, however,...

Pocket Rubbish Bags.
April 25, 2006... Tokyo based Ringston has announced the release of "Pocket Eco Gomi Bukuro" a pocket sized outer pack containing a single rubbish bag. According to manufacturer, the outer bag can be used to print a company logo or advertisement and be...

Graphic Japan Introduces 3D Image Sheet.
April 25, 2006... Graphic Japan has introduced a newly developed micro lens sheet, HALS. The product makes it easy to print 3D images using UV offset printing machines. The product has micro lenses and a 3D dot pattern on both sides. It uses the moire effect to...

Improved PEN Bottle from Kyodo Printing Withstands Impact.
April 25, 2006... Kyodo Printing has created a bottle made from polyethylene naphthalate (PEN) that has been engineered to withstand the impact of dropping. In company tests, the bottle could be dropped one meter to the ground 20 times without breaking. This is...

Toyo Aluminum PTP Foil with Aligned Printing.
April 25, 2006... Toyo Aluminum reports strong sales of its PTP aluminum foil with aligned printing on both sides. The product is excellent for medicine blister packs, as it helps users avoid taking the wrong medication. The product is precision printed so that...

Container Development for "Pied Nus Lip Neo" (Mechanical Lip Stick).
April 25, 2006... Shiseido developed a product called "Lip Neo" using a novel type of liquid rouge container. This container is a fascinating package for liquid rouge and gives a pleasant feeling upon the use. Liquid rouge comes out through the holes of the head...

Sales of Wood Boxes Soar.
April 25, 2006... Horix has announced soaring sales of its "Wappa" range of rounded thin ply wooden boxes used for packaging gifts, etc. The boxes are made from natural wood and are joined using glue to create a smooth, seamless finish. According to the...

Heiwa Kagaku, Unitika Create High-Function Plastic Bottle from Polylactic Acid.
April 25, 2006... Heiwa Kagaku and Unitika have jointly created the Biomass Bottle, which consists of more than 70% plant-derived polylactic acid. By using some petrochemical material on the interior, the Biomass Bottle reduces water vapor permeation by nearly...

Taiyo Kikai Offers RFID Tag/Label Machine.
April 25, 2006... Taiyo Kikai has announced a new RFID tag/label machine with a capacity of up to 50 meters of work per minute, depending on materials used. Options include an inspection system and rejecter. The machine (Model TIC-R) uses pre-printed tack paper....

Tamura Machine Industry Single-Operator Cartoner.
April 25, 2006... Tamura Machine Industry's KDM-300 Series cartoner allows a single operator to fill cartons at the rate of 60 units per minute. This semiautomatic machine, which handles cartons of 20 - 80 mm in width and depth and 60 - 200 mm in height, depends...

Yokogawa Electric System Checks Thickness of Inflation Film.
April 25, 2006... Yokogawa Electric offers Balloon Gauge, a simply designed system that reads the thickness of inflation film to improve quality and yield. As the film is being formed, it can be measured with the fixed laser while still coiled on a tube. The...

Reica Kogyo Quick, Tank-Free System for Mixing Powders with Liquids.
April 25, 2006... Reica Kogyo offers a time-saving way of mixing powders like polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) with liquids with the new Vibrosystem PQ. Powdered PVA is processed into a film and used in plasma displays and other high-tech applications, but the process of...

Non-Smell Deodorant.
April 25, 2006... Hakugen has launched "1-Year Deodorant Non-Smell for Refrigerator, Freezer and Vegetable Container" with a "Cooking Idea Book" by Ms. Toshiko Okuzono (Food Specialist). Features: (1) Effective Period: One year without troubles, (2) Absorbs and...

Aroma Flower Arrangement.
April 25, 2006... Hakugen has launched "AIRSELEC MR. Shogo Kariyazaki's Aroma Flower Arrangement" to decorate an aromatic room with beautiful flower arrangement. Features: (1) Creates an aromatic room with beautifully arranged flower, (2) Enjoy flower...

Adhesive Ticks Wiper.
April 25, 2006... Hakugen has launched "Dani (Ticks) Zorozoro (Coming in)" - a new insect repellent adhesive sheet. Features: (1) Adhesive sheet attracts and captures ticks firmly, (2) the captured ticks are confirmed by "Confirmation Film" that shows discolored...

Moist-Proof Sheet.
April 25, 2006... Hakugen has launched "Dry & Dry Up Futon-yo (for Futon)" - a moist-free sheet to keep Futon dry out of moist. Features: (1) Absorbs damp and transforms moist to jelly, (2) Keep in folded Futon, (3) 1 Futon needs 2 sheets, (4) Standard...

Adhesive Hook.
April 25, 2006... Nichiban has launched "Nich Tack, Tesa, Power Strip Adhesive Hook" S-Size and M-Size - a new shaped hook with double sided tape. Features: (1) a new slim holder to hook small items, (2) An one-layer adhesive tab is easy to stick on either front...

Double Sided Tape for Scrapbook Use.
April 25, 2006... Nichiban has launched 2 products for Scrapbook Use. "Scrapbook Booking Use - Nice Tack - Double Sided Tape" - Features: (1) Acid Free Double Sided Tape not to discolor photos, (2) 3 Choices in size for each purpose. Price: 5mm x 9m x 2 pieces...

Double Sided Tape Hand Cutter.
April 25, 2006... Nichiban has launched "Nice Tack Hand Cutter" Features: (1) Theindustry's First One Hand Cutter fitting in one hand to cut double sided tape easily, (2) Just pull a trigger, the tape comes out automatically, (3) Just slide the upper lever of...

Silk Puff Body Towel.
April 25, 2006... Ishihara Shoten is set to released "Gokujo Senmi" a body wash cloth for use in the shower or bath containing a silk puff. The cloth consists of a silk puff located centrally between 2 strips of loop-woven towelling material designed to...

O-Leg Supporter.
April 25, 2006... Combi has launched "Combi O-Leg supporter" - a supporter to fix O-Legs. This can support 2 Types of O-Legs: (1) Knee (separating from knee to calf) and (2) Calf. Tighten W-Belt, bend and pressure on side. This simple and easy work-out you can...

Child & Juvenile Seat.
April 25, 2006... Combi has launched "Buon Kids EG" - a child and juvenile seat. Target: ages from 1 to 11 (Weight: 9kg - 36kg; Height: 75cm - 145cm) for a long use. Features: (1) One Touch 3-Step Slide, (2) Protective reclining seat, (3) Fits all in safe...

Wellness Walker for Home Use.
April 25, 2006... Combi has launched "Aero Walker Light" - a wellness walker for home use. Features: (1) Walker at home has been operated by DC Motor but now by AC Motor for an industrial use. DC Motor needs maintenance and has troubles, which AC Motor has not,...

Negative Ion Emitting Hair Blow Dryer.
April 25, 2006... Hitachi Living Supply has announced the release of "DR-N792" an improved version of their current hand held hair drier that now emits negatively charged ions from 4 different locations. The negatively charged ions help maintain the natural...

Home Kitchen Waste Processor.
April 25, 2006... Hitachi Home and Life Solutions has released "Kitchen Magic ECO-V30" a high-tech, easy clean kitchen waste processing device for the home that only requires emptying once a month. The device uses a powerful twin blade cutter to first shred...

Faucet Water Filter.
April 25, 2006... MRC Home Products has announced the release of "Clean-Sui C-N 301" a cartridge type water filter that fits into the base of a specially designed minimalist style stainless steel faucet. The high performance filter, simply replaced by...

Ceramic Revolving Vegetable Peeler.
April 25, 2006... Ceramic product manufacturing specialist Kyocera has released "Ceramic Kaiten Peeler" a unique fruit and vegetable peeler with a fine ceramic blade that can be adjusted to match the shape characteristic of the vegetable. The blade can be...

Oxygen Capsule.
April 25, 2006... Kyoto based Aptec, the only domestic Japanese manufacturer of oxygen capsules has announced the release of "Oxygen Shower Capsule AOC-720-SDX" an oxygen capsule in which the whole body is immersed. The device is capable of increasing the...

Ceramic Owl Air Freshener.
April 25, 2006... Marukatsu Seitosho has released "Hokkori Nikkori" a decorative ceramic owl shaped air freshener featuring a traditional "Shinraku" glaze unique to the Shiga Prefecture region whilst incorporating the latest in light catalyst technology. ...

Wet Tissue Paper.
April 25, 2006... Unicharm has launched "Silcot Wet Tissue Handy Wet" - A wet tissue paper. Features: (1) A slim bottle to hold by one hand, (2) One push open type to open and close by a finger of same hand holding the bottle, (3) Fits in any room and is easy to...

Stress Meter.
April 25, 2006... Nipuro has released "Cocoro Meter" a device developed in conjunction with a research team at the Engineering Department of Toyoyama University that measures stress levels by analysing saliva. Saliva is extracted from under the tongue...

Table Top Cigarette Odour Eliminating Ashtray.
April 25, 2006... Neo-Tech Japan, has recently begun the on-line marketing of "Tobacco Dasshuki" a compact device that uses negatively charged ions to eliminate cigarette smoke odours from cigarettes left resting on ashtrays. The product consists of a dome...

Soda Bath.
April 25, 2006... Tokyo based MRC Home Products has released "Soda Bath Spa 1001" a device that takes hot water to produce a stream of soothing carbonated water for the bath. The device releases high levels of carbon dioxide (in excess of 1,000 PPM) from a...

Illuminated Pepper Mill.
April 25, 2006... Dori-Tech has released "Hikaru Pepper Mill" a modern, stylish battery operated pepper mill featuring a LED light to help gauge the amount of pepper being applied. The small, integrated electric motor features 4 different settings which...

Kitchen Deodorising Spray, etc from ST Chemical.
April 25, 2006... ST Chemical has announced the release of a variety of new / improved household cleansing and deodorising products"Kitchen No Shoshuryoku Spray" - A fast acting fine mist deodorising spray that suppresses unpleasant kitchen scrap odours. Applied...

Long Food Storage Bag from ST Chemical.
April 25, 2006... ST Chemical has released "Nagai Bag" a convenient 35cm long zip locking type food storage bag ideal for storing and preserving pasta, leeks and other long items. Price: 20 bags = The price has been left open.

Bedding Moisture Absorbing Sheets.
April 25, 2006... ST Chemicals has released "Bichotan Dry Pet Futo-yoh" 2 moisture absorbing products available in both a granule and sheet form specifically designed for bedding. The sheet is simply placed under the mattress and rapidly absorbs moisture...

Nasal Passage Relieving Mask Spray.
April 25, 2006... Nissan Sekken is set to release "Mask Shoot" a spray product formulated to reduce irritation caused by pollen and other airborne allergens. Applied directly to the inside of face masks, the mint oil active ingredient quickly clears the...

Gloss Enhancing Fingernail Buff Set.
April 25, 2006... Osaka based Akasaka Shokai has released "Brilliant Shiner" a disposable emery board and fingernail buff set designed to produce a top coat-like gloss with a single buff. The set consists of a conventional emery board for shaping the nails...

Spring Cleaning Set.
April 25, 2006... Duskin has released "Osoji Benri Bako" a set of household cleansing items in small single use spring clean sizes. The cardboard box set consists of a 260ml degreaser spray for cleaning oven and range hood areas, a 200ml mould eradicating...

Whiskey Water Water Filter Jug.
April 25, 2006... Okuda Chuzaemon has released "Takujogata Hyakunen No Shizuku" a table top water purification jug specially designed for filtering water for use with whiskey. The ceramic jug featuring the renown shinraku glaze finish consists of a ceramic...

Light & Fan Aroma dispenser.
April 25, 2006... Alta Corporation has begun the marketing of "Aroma Breeze Eco Mini Light" a compact battery powered fan assisted essential oil aroma dispenser featuring an integrated LED light. A few drops of the essential oil of choice are simply poured...

Stress Meter.
April 25, 2006... Nipuro has released "Cocoro Meter" a device developed in conjunction with a prominent professor of engineering that measures stress levels by assessing saliva. Saliva is extracted from under the tongue by a small plastic stick like...

Ash Fertilizer.
April 25, 2006... Yanagiya Honten has released "Katsuobushi Hai" an alkali rich natural fertilizer product consisting primarily of ash produced from Japanese oak firewood during the bonito (a type of fish) drying process. Price: 2kg = 1,575 yen.

Crab Shell Splitter.
April 25, 2006... Kaijirushi has begun the Japanese marketing of "Wise Cracker" a US made device that uses the principles of leverage to split open crab shells enabling the meat to be extracted. The nose of the stainless steel scissor-like device is simply...

Cute Pink Muscular Ache Easing Pads for Women.
April 25, 2006... Hisamitsu Seiyaku has released "Salonship L" pink coloured palm size muscular ache relieving heating pads specially designed for women. The discrete, odourless adhesive pads applied directly to the skin release a gentle heat throughout the...

Ankle / Knee Support Tape.
April 25, 2006... Nitto Medical has released "Nitoriito Kantan Taping series" a range of sports tape products for supporting ankles and knees during strenuous physical activity. The strips of tape come with an instruction booklet describing how to most...

Fruit Extract Fridge Deodoriser.
April 25, 2006... Uyeki has released "Konai No Aoringo" a green apple scented refrigerator deodoriser made from natural fruit extracts and capable of eliminating even stubborn fish odours. The product contains a natural grapefruit antibacterial agent in...

CD & DVD Scratch Remover.
April 25, 2006... Tokyo based Landport has released "Doctor Series" a range of 4 new and improved manual and electrically operated CD & DVD scratch repair devices. Price: Electric "Skip Doctor" = 7,000 yen, Electric "Game Doctor" = 7,500 yen, Manual "Skip...

Jewellery Cleaner.
April 25, 2006... Nagoya based Kaiun Migakido has released "Kaiun Excellent Cleaner" an environmentally friendly neutral type jewellery cleanser containing a water soluble silicone resin. The jewellery is simply immersed in water mixed with a few drops of...

Hair Dryer Scalp Sauna.
April 25, 2006... Gusman has released "Hot Hair Cap" a cap like device heated by hot air generated by a hair dryer that enables the user to enjoy a cleansing scalp sauna. The cap is first placed over the hair and scalp and the hose attachment fitted over...

Pollen Trapping Mask Spray.
April 25, 2006... "Areru Shut Kafun Mask De Block" from Japanese home insecticide giant Fumakilla consists of a fine mist spray applied to the outer surface of face masks to trap pollen and other airborne allergens preventing them from penetrating the mask. ...

Emergency Light Stick.
April 25, 2006... Rumika has released "Bosaiyo Kantan Light" a 180mm long stick which when bent causes a light emitting internal chemical reaction. Does not require batteries and does not emit flame enabling it to be used safely in areas with damaged gas mains....

Vomit Congealing Agent.
April 25, 2006... Tokyo based White Product has recently released "Gelopon" a vomit disposal set containing a powder that rapidly congeals the vomit enabling it to be picked up cleanly. The set consists of a high polymer congealing powder, a cardboard...

Orange Tea Flavoured Cologne.
April 25, 2006... Tokyo based Amaze You Planning has released "Angel Heart Verona Eau de Cologne" an orange tea cologne consisting of aromatic Earl Grey tea and orange essence. Intended for women in the mid teens to mid twenties age group, the sweet...

Ultra UV Protection Skin Care Range.
April 25, 2006... Shiseido has added 3 new maximum UV protection items to its "Anessa" 11-product 30-item UV protection skin care range. According to Shiseido, the new products are formulated with "Powerful Defence" a combination of UV ray screening agents...

High Function Sun Screen from Kanebo.
April 25, 2006... Kanebo has recently released a range of high function water resistant sun screen products under the brand name "Allie" that provides long lasting protection from all types of UV rays without placing the skin under undue stress. The...

Oral Care Supplement for Dog and Cat.
April 25, 2006... Lion has launched 2 Oral Care Supplements for Dog and Cat from "Aiiku - Uchinoko Omoi ("Tender Care for Our Pet")" Brand. "Uchinokoomoi Pet Kiss Breath Spray for Dog and Cat" ("For Our Dog Pet Kiss Breath Spray for Dog and Cat"). Features: (1)...

Flushable Cat's Bed Sand & Silica Gel Cat's Bed Sand.
April 25, 2006... Lion has launched 2 new products: (A)"Pet Kirei Toire ni Nagaseru Okara Sand" ("Pet Care - Enables to flush Okara Bed Sand to Toilet") from Environmentally Friendly "Pet Kirei (Clean)" Brand for "Comfortable Environment" - "Okara" Flushable...

Dog Coat Care Range.
April 25, 2006... Matsuyama Fats & Oils has released "Goody" a range of 5 dog grooming products formulated to improve the health of both the coat and skin. The products include a 100% biodegradable and artificial surfactant free hard type coat soap suitable...

Oral Care Snack for Dog and Cat.
April 25, 2006... Lion has launched 2 Oral Care Snacks for Dog and Cat from "Aiiku - Uchinoko Omoi ("Tender Care for Our Pet")" Brand. "Uchinokoomoi Pet Kiss Oral Care Gum Cho-Kogataken-Yo" ("For Our Dog Pet Kiss Oral Care Gum Snack for Super Small Dog")....

Dog Food Supplement.
April 25, 2006... Lion has launched 2 Dog Food Supplements from "Aiiku - Uchinoko Omoi ("Tender Care for Our Pet")" Brand. "Uchinokoomoi Hone Kansetsu Kenko Umani Tappuri Yasai-iri" ("For Our Pet's Healthy Bones and Joints Delicious Food with Lots of...

Dog Food Supplement.
April 25, 2006... Lion has launched 2 Dog Food Supplements from "Aiiku - Uchinoko Omoi ("Tender Care for Our Pet")" Brand. "Uchinokoomoi Genki Ippai Jelly Satsumaimo Fuumi" ("Our Pet Is Fine with Jelly Sweet Potatoes Flavor") and "Yogort Fuumi" ("Yogurt...

Cat Food Supplement.
April 25, 2006... Lion has launched 2 Cat Food Supplements from "Aiiku - Uchinoko Omoi ("Tender Care for Our Pet")" Brand. "Uchinokoomoi Oishii Kedama Taisaku Seineko-yo & Koureineko-yo" (For Our Pet Delicious Food Against Hair Ball for Adult and Senior Cats")....

Amino Acid Drink for Dogs.
April 25, 2006... Kobe based Dog Supplement has released "Noni Jiuce" a concentrate containing extracts from the noni plant - an amino acid rich plant native to tropical regions. The juice, made from pure noni juice matured for 6 months, noni seed powder...

Insect Repellent.
April 25, 2006... Hakugen has launched 2 new Insect Repellent. "Mrs. Lloyd Hikidashi-yo (chest of drawers) 24 pieces for 12 months" with a booklet of "Tips on Drawer Arrangement" by Amenity Advisor Ms. Noriko Kondo. Size: 135mm (w) x 235mm (h) x 60mm (d) x 124g....

Pyrethrum Insect Repellent.
April 25, 2006... Hakugen has launched 2 new Insect Repellent Sprays with natural herb: "Jet Herb" - Features: (1) Instantly exterminates flies and mosquitoes, (2) Main active ingredient is Powerful natural herb "pyrethrum" extract, (2) Acts fast, dissolves fast...

Oral Camera.
April 25, 2006... R. F. has released "Miharu" an oral camera for use in the home for assessing brushing effectiveness or the degree of tartar build-up, tooth decay, etc. The compact 217mm long device features an integrated camera and both a white LED light...

Calcium Balance Oral Care Range.
April 25, 2006... Sunstar has recently announced the release of "Sunstar Do" a new range of oral care products based on the concept of caliology - the study of cavity prevention encompassing a wide range of aspects including age, tooth quality, lifestyle,...

Ring Toothbrush for Toddlers.
April 25, 2006... Tokyo based Fine has released "Poopii Ring Toothbrush" a unique ring shaped toothbrush designed to encourage young toddlers to get in the habit of brushing their own teeth. The main features of the toothbrush are the oversized ring shaped...

3 Aroma Men's Cologne.
April 25, 2006... Tokyo based DHC has released "DHC Men's Toilette" a set of 3 distinct fragrances for men each specifically formulated for different situations. The first fragrance "Fresh Citrus" consists of a light, refreshing citrus aroma suited for use...

Uno Hair Colour Range for Men from Shiseido.
April 25, 2006... Shiseido has recently released a new hair colour range for men as part of its popular "Uno" male cosmetics mega-brand first launched in August of 2005. The "Fine Fibre In" hair colours contain pigment agents that rapidly penetrate deep...