# Tokyo Micro Garden Phone Charm Nature in a Bottle By TechnoGadget | Published 2007-01-31 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tokyo-micro-garden-cellphone-strap References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/) & [dirtymicrobe](http://dirtymicrobe.com/products/tokyo-micro-garden/330/331) The [Tokyo Micro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naturelabtokyo) garden [cellphone straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charms-for-the-iphone) could be the ultimate cellphone strap ever. It contains a "[nutrient-rich gel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydroponics-garden)" which makes the plant grow over time. **Implications** - If you're trying to add a touch of organic aesthetic to your chic devices, there's nothing that will beat out these Tokyo Micro garden charms. You don't even have to do anything to keep them alive, since everything they need is in the capsules and its exposure to sunlight in everyday activities should be enough. What's also amazing is that they have the ability to last for up to eight months. If you want one, you better act quickly before as they will only be available for a limited time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Organic Cellphone Accessories:** Capitalizing on the desire for organic aesthetics, these Tokyo Micro garden charms offer a unique and sustainable way to add nature to everyday devices. - **Self-sustaining Phone Charms:** By incorporating a nutrient-rich gel and relying on sunlight exposure, these cellphone straps eliminate the need for manual care and provide a hassle-free way to nurture plants. - **Long-lasting Plant Decor:** With a lifespan of up to eight months, these Tokyo Micro garden charms provide a durable and decorative addition to cellphones. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Phone Accessories:** The phone accessory industry can explore partnerships with Tokyo Micro garden to offer nature-inspired products that appeal to eco-conscious consumers. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The sustainable fashion industry can incorporate Tokyo Micro garden charms into their designs, offering customers a unique blend of nature and style. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can utilize Tokyo Micro garden charms as a creative and sustainable way to incorporate plant decor into various spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plantable Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/igreen-cover.md) - [Minimal Garden-Inspired Tech Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/essentials-by-casetify.md) - [Virtual Pet Planter Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-pot-concept.md) - [Artsy Hanging Plants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-air-plant-mobile.md) - [Spring-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spring-phone-case.md) - [Plant-Cultivating Home Furnishings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-4.md) - [Natural Moss Terrariums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petite-foret-plus.md) - [Interchangeable Phone Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charms-for-the-iphone.md) - [Container-Based Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottle-farm-mini.md)