Oddly, the packaging on this Whiteman Toothpaste has the same color scheme as the infamous Darkie. As well, as the Taipei Kid notes, the rest of the packaging hardly adds to the appeal of the product.:

This box of toothpaste is a disaster. It isn’t just the name (Whitemen Luderhow Toothpaste) or the order to take care of your teeth (Coorporate with correct brush teeth habit) but I thought toothpaste was supposed to prevent, not cause “spots, gingivitis, or periodontosis”.

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Given Japan’s concern about its low birth rate, Yahama has a welcome new addition for motorcycle safety.:

Yamaha’s prototype… motorcycle airbag for your, er, tender nuggets. Their advanced safety scooter, designated the ASV-3, has a multi-chambered air bag rigged between your legs, under the seat, to open in the case of a crash, thus protecting your most prized possessions.

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