While everyone is in China cheering for the latest gold-medal winners, the Pee Pee Boys are selling like mad. What, you might wonder, is a “Pee Pee Boy?” It’s a small clay statue of a naked boy, designed to tell you when your morning coffee or tea water is hot enough. You soak this statue in water for a few hours (or overnight,) and when you wake in the morning to boil water for coffee or tea you pull him out. After drying him off, you pour your hot water directly onto his head and if he decides to “pee” you know your water is hot enough.
This souvenir doesn’t exactly embody China, but it does tickle the funny-bones of tourists. More Pee Pee boys are making their way to America because of the Olympics. It has been their moment of fame, if you will. And in case you were ever aspiring to walk the Great Wall, you are certain to meet these little guys there, too. Pick one up for a laugh, just be careful…these little boys can squirt deceivingly far!
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Weird Souvenir
- Souvenir market has a potential for selling unusual and unique items.
- Humor Marketing
- Companies can use humor in their product marketing to attract customers.
- Traditional Craft with a Twist
- Innovative design in traditional crafts can create unique products that capture attention.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Tourism
- The tourism industry can benefit from selling unique souvenirs like the Pee Pee boy.
- Retail
- Retailers can benefit from carrying unusual items in their stores to capture customer attention.
- Gifts and Novelties
- The gift and novelty industry can benefit from carrying humorous items like the Pee Pee boy.
