And with something popular there is often a commercial spin off of some sort. In this case it’s themed cookies and cakes.
The sweets are also available in the school girl variety.
Imagine getting caught with these in customs and trying to explain yourself.
Have you ever brought something home from your travels that might be difficult to explain to a customs official?
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7 comments:
I've brought home Rwandan dung paintings....
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im a sucker for souvenirs..love these
If I can't explain it, I aint taking it home :)
So far none yet.
Bronwyn, I had to google to see what they look like and see why you brought some home.
Lakshmi, I often bring home wacky souvenirs as gifts.
Photo Cache- That's probably a very sound policy.
Very interesting. This would be bordering on the bizarre in the west, but as it's Japan...
You ask about having to explain something to customs. One time, coming into my then home, Sydney, I assured the customs official that I had no wooden products at all, completely forgetting about the wooden heat absorber (or whatever you'd call it)for placing under hot food, that was given to us as a present. I was excused that time...
Andrew,
Australia is supposed to be the toughest in terms of customs from what I understand.
I love Japan. It may as well be another planet! Somwhere to add to the travel wishlist anyway...!
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