Domokun

Buy your Domo dolls now, folks. He's going to be the next big thing.

We were told in July 2003 that in Japan, Domo merchandise is 'gone like disco'. He's still in use by NHK as much as ever, so this might just represent a fluctuation in taste among the notoriously fickle and trendy Japanese stuffed-animal consumer. New products seem to be being introduced in Japan, but they're not getting much distribution, it seems.

(To help out, I've put together a Domo Buying Guide that might point you toward good sources. If you know of others, plese let me know.

Here he is on his way to work in the morning:

Notice that he rides the train just like any other working stiff.

He also enjoys ice-skating:

When we go on road trips, Domo gets the job of DJ and impresario.