# Not So Charming Charms Gold Poo For Luck (in Japan) By Bianca | Published 2008-01-08 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poo-charm References: [thinkgeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/geektoys/japanfan/9069/) It's incredible how many poo-themed products exist on the market today. This golden little trinket is a [Japanese charm](http://www.thinkgeek.com/geektoys/japanfan/9069) meant to bring its owner luck. The coil of anime-style poop is fastened to a red chain and is, according to photos, intended to be used as a cell phone, PDA charm or to bring a little gaming luck attached to your Wii-mote. Each culture is different. There seem to be no horseshoes in the pile, so the only other expression that comes to mind is "sh*t out of luck." On the other hand, many do have the superstition that a bird, particularly a pigeon, bombing your head or shoulder is supposed to bring luck too. The Lucky Golden Poo can be bought from [ThinkGeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/geektoys/japanfan/9069)for $3.99 - $4.99. Check out some more crappy products: ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Poo-themed Products:** The trend of creating poo-themed products continues, with potential for disruption in the novelty gift industry. - **Cultural Superstitions:** Exploration of cultural beliefs and superstitions presents opportunities for innovation in the cultural tourism industry. - **Charm Accessories:** The popularity of charm accessories presents opportunities for businesses to create unique and quirky wearable products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Novelty Gift:** The novelty gift industry can capitalize on the trend of poo-themed products and create unique and humorous gift items. - **Cultural Tourism:** The exploration of cultural beliefs and superstitions can lead to the development of tourism packages and experiences for travelers. - **Fashion Accessories:** The charm accessory trend presents opportunities for fashion and accessory companies to create unique, whimsical products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe Lucky Symbol Pendants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horseshoe-pendant.md) - [Good Fortune Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astrid-miyu-lucky-charm-collection.md) - [Playful Tarp Charm Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucky-trucking.md) - [QSR Meal Collectible Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collectible-charm.md) - [Unicorn-Inspired Air Fresheners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-toots.md) - [Dragon-Honoring Fortune Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fortune-cans.md) - [Building Block Fortune Statues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-maneki-neko.md) - [Poop-Themed Game Day Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poop-on-super-bowel-monday.md) - [Collectible Shopping Bag Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amuseables-space-nk-bag-charm.md)