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Tokyo Ghoul Inspires Charm Watch, Frilly Umbrella
posted on by Lynzee Loveridge
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SuperGroupies previously adapted the horror Anime Tokyo Ghoul into a a cute handbag and striped booties. Now the mail-order merchandise company is revisiting the series for a new watch and umbrella.
The Ken Kaneki watch is is on a chain band with clasps that can be switched out for a red and black beaded version or both can be linked together to wrap around the wrist multiple times. The chain band has several metal charms, like a book cover, Kaneki's mask, and a tea cup.
The wristwatch sells for 14,904 yen (US$123).
Like the previously released booties, the umbrella is inspired by "Gourmet" ghoul Shū Tsukiyama. The red and dark blue striped material is based on one of the character's business suits while the crescent moon emblem represents Tsukiyama's mask and the forks his status as a "Gourmet". The umbrella costs 7,344 yen (US$61).
Reservations are accepted until January 11. Both items are expected to ship in April.
Source: Comic Natalie
