These Japanese contact lenses let you put anime characters on your eyes [Photos]

Japanese contact lenses known as Chiikawa contacts give anime fans the chance to showcase their favorite characters on their eyes. En Giorno, a cosmetics and merchandising company, created these lenses, which are based on the small and adorable anime/manga character Chiikawa. The character's name itself is a combination of the words "chiisai" (small) and "kawaii" (cute), which perfectly describes the lenses' design.

En Giorno offers four models of Chiikawa contacts: Chiikawa Pink, Hachiware Greige, Usagi Brown, and Momonga Gray. The reporter opted to try the Chiikawa Pink version, which features Chiikawa on both the packaging and the lenses themselves. Surprisingly, putting these contacts into the eye didn't cause any discomfort, despite the reassuring Japanese phrase "Me ni irete mo itakunai," which translates to "It won't hurt even if you put it into your eye."

The Chiikawa contacts are not only cute but also small and unobtrusive, allowing wearers to maintain their field of vision without drawing unwanted attention. Unlike some other anime characters that have larger designs, the Chiikawa design complements the wearer's overall appearance, making it an ideal choice for everyday use or special occasions with fellow fans.

The lenses are available in both prescription and non-prescription versions and cost 2,200 yen (approximately US$14) per pair. They can be purchased from Shobido's online store, Amazon, and Rakuten. These contact lenses offer an exciting and unique way to express one's love for anime and manga, all while maintaining a subtle yet charming appearance.