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HANDS THE BEST 2025 Reveals the Best of the Best

The renowned HANDS company, headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo, has kicked off its annual showcase, "HANDS THE BEST 2025." Starting in December, customers can explore an exclusive section dedicated to the top products in stationery, earphones, and travel accessories, selected based on their popularity between January and September 2025. This year's rankings present an exciting mix of innovative designs and user-friendly features.

Stationery Division

Top-Rated Products

1. Erasable Pen - Pilot Friction Synergy Knock 0.4mm (¥275)
Equipped with a unique "synergy chip," the Pilot Friction offers an exceptional writing experience. This pen combines the advantages of traditional pen tips, allowing for fine writing without sacrificing comfort.

2. Mechanical Pencil - Mitsubishi Pencil Kurutoga Metal 0.5mm (¥2,750)
With a focus on quality and feel, this mechanical pencil features a blast-finished body that exudes understated elegance. Made from lightweight aluminum, it's designed for prolonged use without fatigue.

3. Ballpoint Pen - Zebra Sarasa Clip 0.5mm (¥110)
This gel ink pen provides a smooth, effortless writing experience, enhanced by its movable binder clip that easily attaches to thicker surfaces.

4. Marker - Pilot Kireina 5-color Set with Ruler (¥660)
Designed for precision, this set includes special guides that stabilize line width and ensure clean strokes. It boasts excellent drying speed and resistance to smudging.

5. Office Supply - Sun-Star's Ukamuri Clip (¥660)
This uniquely shaped book stopper provides stable support for pages you want to keep open, making it ideal for thicker books and textbooks.

6. Special Jury Prize - Maruman x Hands Ipenimo Notebook with Band (B6 ¥780/A5 Slim ¥880/A5 ¥980)
In collaboration with Maruman, Hands introduces this notebook designed to spark creativity. It features grid lines for easy writing and practical perforated edges for detaching notes.

Also featured are the Sun-Star Desk Cleaner, a cat-themed cleaner priced at ¥990 that stands upright on desks, ensuring both functionality and charm.

Earphones Division

Top Choices in Audio Quality

1. Wired Earphones - PGE Stereo Earphones USB Type-C (¥2,280)
These in-ear earphones offer easy wear and great comfort, making them ideal for long listening sessions without discomfort.

2. Bone Conduction Earphones - Shokz OpenRun Pro (¥2,780)
These innovative headphones combine bone conduction and air conduction technologies, allowing for an open-ear design that doesn’t block ambient sounds.

3. Wireless Earphones - Audio Technica True Wireless (¥13,970)
Featuring deep bass, noise cancellation, and water resistance, these headphones provide an immersive listening experience while being able to naturally filter surrounding sounds.

4. Open Earphones - Chiro Wireless Open Earphones (¥3,278)
Perfectly capturing ambient sounds, these earphones maintain open ear designs while ensuring a comfortable wearing experience, even in light rain thanks to their IPX5 water resistance rating.

Travel Division

Must-Have Travel Items

In the travel accessories category, consumers can find practical products presented in a ranking format that enhances their travel experiences:

1. Travel Accessories - Go Well Caster Covers Set (8 pcs, ¥880)
These caster covers protect suitcase wheels from dirt and damage while reducing noise, making them a practical choice for any traveler.

2. Compression Packing Cubes - Solo Tourist (from ¥1,870)
With a simple zip, these storage cases reduce bulk, providing organized and space-saving options for all your travel needs.

3. Pump Neck Pillow - GIA Air (¥3,960)
Inflating in 30 seconds via a pump for hygiene and convenience, this neck pillow ensures comfort on long journeys.

Special Jury Prize - Smart Tag for Lost Item Prevention (¥2,980)
This tag alerts users when it’s moved away from their device, allowing iPhone users to track it easily via the Apple app.

Suitcase Highlights

1. Flap Open Carry - Ortimo (from ¥23,980)
Designed for ease of use in tight spaces, this suitcase allows for convenient access to your belongings.

2. Innovator Extreme Journey (¥23,980)
The lightweight, double-wheel caster provides seamless mobility for in-flight luggage, while its stylish design enhances travel sophistication.

3. Grip Master Suitcase 88L (¥17,800)
Ideal for extended trips, this large suitcase with grip-enhanced handling makes loading and unloading a breeze.

Special Jury Prize - Edge Link Cruise Box (¥23,980)
Combining street style with functionality, this suitcase is available in exclusive colors, available only at Hands stores.

All prices are inclusive of tax, valid at the time of publication. Note that some items may not be available at certain locations or may run out of stock, and products may differ between physical and online stores. Explore more on the dedicated special site for HANDS THE BEST 2025.