A toy that allows people to play a tune simply by touching
A toy that allows people to play a tune simply by touching someone is the winner of the 2011 Japan Toy Awards.
The manufacturer, Tomy Corporation, says what makes the toy so popular is the personal contact it requires. Chie Yamada with Tomy Corporation says, “After the earthquake we start to value more on people’s communication and relationship.”
It’s one of hundreds of toys on display this week at the international Tokyo toy show. Another popular gadget lets players operate a toy helicopter with their iPhone.