Chindōgu

'Chindōgu is the Japanese art of inventing ingenious everyday gadgets that, on the face of it, seem like an ideal solution to a particular problem.' (www.wikipedia.com)


'The ten Tenets of Chindōgu'
1. A Chindōgu cannot be for real use.
2. A Chindōgu must exist.
3. Inherent in every Chindōgu is the spirit of anarchy.
4. Chindōgu are tools for everyday life.
5. Chindōgu are not for sale.
6. Humor must not be the sole reason for creating a Chindōgu.
7. Chindōgu are not propaganda.
8. Chindōgu are never taboo.
9. Chindōgu cannot be patented.
10. Chindōgu are without prejudice.