Charming Kokeshi-Styled Matches

These Japanese Matches by Kumi Hirasaka Will Make Anyone Smile

Playing with fire is now more enjoyable thanks to these quirky Japanese matches. Created by Japanese artist Kumi Hirasaka, the ‘Kokeshi Matches’ will put a smile on anyone’s face, which was Hirasaka’s intent when she crafted her batch. Hirasaka created the matches because she wanted to put a smile on the people who saw her matches.

The matches have numerous faces drawn onto them such as pandas, cranes, cats and pigs, which are all perfect for match-using animal lovers. Since the matches are too adorable to be actually used, one could use these funny Kokeshi matches to help prevent smokers from lighting-up their cigarettes, thus preventing future health problems. These funny matches will surely put be a hit to anyone who enjoys a laugh.



 
Trend Themes
1. Quirky Matches - Creating matches with unique designs and characters adds a fun and playful element to a traditional product.
2. Smile-inducing Products - Designing products with the intention of bringing joy and happiness to consumers creates a unique selling point.
3. Preventing Smoking - Developing creative and humorous strategies, such as using funny matches, can help discourage smoking and promote healthier lifestyles.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Goods - The consumer goods industry offers potential for innovation in creating novelty and charming products like Kokeshi-styled matches.
2. Art and Design - The art and design industry can explore opportunities in incorporating creativity and humor into everyday products, such as matches.
3. Health and Wellness - The health and wellness industry can utilize unique and entertaining approaches, like funny matches, to discourage smoking and promote healthier habits.

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