
Overview
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. Our host is Jason Danielson, a comedian who performs in Japan. We dive into the story behind one of the best-selling home gaming consoles of all time. Next, we look into the tiny springs used in smartphone cameras to reduce lens shake, and the company that makes these springs. Its springs are used in some 40% of smartphones that feature optical image stabilization!
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4 - 1Planetariums January 14, 2021
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4 - 2Handheld Digital Pets January 28, 2021
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4 - 3Home Gaming Console / Smartphone Springs May 15, 2021
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4 - 4Neurosurgical Instruments / Weather Meters July 16, 2021
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4 - 5Body Fat Scales / Luggage Rack Mirrors July 31, 2021
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4 - 6Sushi Robots / Refractometers October 30, 2021
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4 - 7Camera Phones / Electron Microscopes November 26, 2021
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4 - 8Radio Controlled Watches / Encrusting Machines December 11, 2021