# Speedy Sushi Utensils The Bullet Train Chopsticks Will Surely Quicken Your Appetite By Meghan Young | Published 2010-08-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bullet-train-chopsticks References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5616768/bullet-train-chopsticks-bring-the-sushi-to-your-mouth-faster) & [telstarlogistics.typepad](http://telstarlogistics.typepad.com/telstarlogistics/2010/08/shinkansen-bullet-train-chopsticks-from-japan.html) The first time I encountered the infamous Bullet Train in Japan, it whizzed by so quickly I didn't have enough time to turn around to appreciate its speed, but at least I can fully appreciate the Bullet Train Chopsticks. Of course, the Bullet Train Chopsticks may inspire you to eat fast, which is not a great thing for a quick eater such as myself. Yet for $8, I would love to have a set of these kitschy utensils. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **High-speed Utensils:** The innovation opportunities lies with creating more high-speed utensils to meet the demand of fast-eaters. - **Fun and Quirky Food Accessories:** Creating more fun and quirky food accessories to cater to collectors and enthusiasts alike. - **Novelty Chopsticks:** Designing chopsticks with unique shapes to make eating a more fun and less boring experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Kitchenware Manufacturing:** Kitchenware manufacturers can capitalize on this trend by making fast and fun utensils that are both practical and amusing. - **Tableware Retail:** Retailers who sell chopsticks or novelty items can see a potential increase in buyers as this product creates more hype around the world of chopstick technology. - **Japanese Souvenir:** This product can be leveraged as a tourism item as it is a portable and affordable novelty item that can easily attract attention to travelers and tourists visiting Japan. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aesthetically Functional Chopsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restless-chopsticks-tableware.md) - [Saltiness-Enhancing Electric Chopsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-chopsticks.md) - [Transforming Bullet Train Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinkalion.md) - [Taste-Adjusting Chopsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tasteadjusting-chopsticks.md) - [Aesthetically Pleasing Cutlery Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-utensil-set.md) - [Ergonomic Instant Noodle Forks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-x-nissin-the-fork.md) - [Culture-Honoring Spiralled Chopsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rassen-chopstick.md) - [Playful Sushi-Inspired Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushi-suitcases.md) - [Ninja-Inspired Curated Snack Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curated-snack-boxes.md)