Japan’s terrific number of train otaku have already been treated to a carriage-themed clock, and now, these timetable obsessed citizens can sensibly save their money in this uniquely designed depository which, in these financially volatile times, may well be about as safe as a real bank.
Based on Tokyo’s Yamanote loop line, the product cleverly allows its proud owner to pop their money through the roof of the carriage.
Plus, if that wasn’t enough, the lights flash on and off,
along with the doors actually opening,
and closing.
Details which undoubtedly make it a must buy; however, incredibly it has one more tantalising trick — the ability to play train station melodies from a selection of stops on the line. A few examples of which can be heard by watching this dazzling live demonstration.
A final flourish that means Japanese train aficionados can now happily save up for their next trip while at the same time still feel like they are traveling on a train.
Does life get any better?
Carter says
Haha, great video. The guy in the front is even getting in to the tunes!!
John says
I know someone that would love one of those. But it doesn’t look like targa offers overseas shipping. Too bad.
billywest says
There’s an extra feature that isn’t described on the box; Every time the bank owner chikans someone on the train, some of the money inside disappears.
Bunny says
The happiness of Autism!
Mike in Ebisu Tokyo says
Hi
It’s funny my wife and I were standing on the Yamanote Platform in Ebisu on Sunday talking about the different tunes and wondering if there was a CD. This is even better. Any idea where in Tokyo they can be purchased? Christmas is coming.
Thanks
Lee says
It was in Don Quixote Mike.
Mike in Ebisu Tokyo says
Thanks for the info
Jing says
Where can I find it in Tokyo? Which area? Would be great if anyone can tell the store’s name.
Thank you so much 🙂