«©NCSX» Last year around this time, Japanese manufacturer Shine released the Itazura Coin Bank - Mikeniko Kitty Version which featured a coin-grabbing kitty. This year, it's time for a cuddly panda bear to help citizens sink their savings into a safe place. At first glance, the Coin Bank looks like a recreation of a box of biscuits. However, plop a coin on the oval-shaped plate atop the box and the lid creaks open. Next, a panda shoves its paw outwards and slides the coin into the box like a boss. Once the panda's mission is accomplished, the lid of the box slams shut until another coin is laid on top of the plate.
The coin bank runs on two "AA" batteries (not included) which are fitted into the hatch on the underside. The bank accepts coins that are 2.70cm in diameter and under. For us Yanks, this capacity accommodates quarters, dimes, nickels, and pennies. For Japanese folks, the coin bank can accept JPY500, JPY100, JPY50, JPY10, and JPY5 coins. Preorders are welcome to ship in late April 2011 at JPY1800 or US$38.90 from NCS.
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