[Product Review] Will even curled cat whiskers fit...? Testing out the usability of Felissimo Neko-bu's "Cat Whiskers Case with Charm"!

It is a common habit among cat owners to collect the whiskers that fall on the floor. While these are often kept safe in cases like paulownia wood boxes, many people may feel that "just keeping them tucked away is a bit sad."

Good news for those people! Felissimo Nekobu, known for creating many unique cat goods, has released a "Cat Whisker Case with Charm" that allows you to carry your beloved cat's whiskers with you.

In this article, I will report on the real-world usage of the case, while testing whether it can even accommodate the "curly whiskers" of my late cat, Gigi.

A "Cat Whisker Case with Charm" that doubles as a new memorial item

In fact, a photo of Gigi is featured on the introduction page for the "Cat Whisker Case with Charm" in the Felissimo Nekobu catalog.

It seems there was a staff member who had thought Gigi’s curly whiskers were cute while she was alive, and she was invited to serve as an image model of sorts.

When I received the offer, I was incredibly happy that Gigi continued to live on in the hearts of others besides me, even after she had passed away.

I felt that the "Cat Whisker Case with Charm" could also serve as a new type of memorial item. While it is obviously wonderful to carry around the whiskers of a living cat, I believe this product also satisfies the love of an owner who wants to keep their late cat close at all times.

The price is also affordable at 2,310 yen (including tax) each. I think it’s accessible even for those who find high-cost items like memorial rings for ashes difficult to commission.

Moved by the many “subtle touches” that satisfy a cat lover’s heart...

When the product arrived, the first thing I thought was that even the packaging was cute and precious. The black cat illustrated on the mount for the “Cat Whisker Case with Charm” is just too cute.

It makes me happy to see these subtle touches included that cater to the hearts of cat lovers.

The mount includes clear illustrations showing how to insert and remove the whiskers. Even for someone as clumsy as me, I felt confident I could manage it.

When I actually took the product out, the vibrant gold looked beautiful and striking! The bead on the cat charm differs in color depending on the tassel color.

The tassels come in three types: "blue," "yellow," and "beige." The bead on the cat charm attached to the yellow tassel I received was a hue between pale brown and yellow.

It looked just like the color of Gigi’s fur. Feeling that, I almost teared up.

Will my late cat’s bent and twisted “curly whiskers” fit...?

Now, the question is whether Gigi’s severely twisted, curly whiskers will fit. Just look at the curves on these white whiskers.

Every time I open this whisker case, I regret that I never could solve the mystery of why her whiskers would curl so extremely right before they fell out (laughs).

I want to go to many places not just with the memorial ring I had commissioned, but also with Gigi’s whiskers, and show her the sights she couldn't see while she was alive. So, please! Even with whiskers this curly, let them fit...!

Wishing for this, I opened the lid of the "Cat Whisker Case with Charm." The hole for inserting the whiskers was larger than I expected, giving me hope that "this might work...?"

However, the areas with strong curls didn't slide in easily, and I could even feel the "resistance" of the whiskers (like a Pokémon move). So, I decided to insert them starting from the end with the thinner, less curled part.

This strategy worked, and I successfully managed to store the curly whiskers in the case! For cats with curly, twisted whiskers, I recommend observing them before insertion and starting from the thinner, less curled side.

Even inside the case, the way they twist and turn is just so like Gigi’s whiskers... She’s still asserting herself even in this form. I’m very happy.

By the way, you can put multiple whiskers inside. Blending white whiskers and black whiskers created a different look as well.

The lid of the whisker case uses a screw mechanism, so it seems unlikely to fall off while carrying it. I’m also happy that the carabiner is large, making it easy to attach to any bag.

With the full ensemble of a memorial ring and a whisker charm, I’m looking forward to making my daily outings even more enjoyable!

What are the “real pros” and “desired improvements” felt through actual use?

Remaking it to further reflect your cat’s personality is also recommended!

The "Cat Whisker Case with Charm" can hold whiskers not just from cats, but also from dogs, rabbits, and others. It seems you can also put small beads inside, so using such touches to further express your pet's individuality seems like a good idea.

The cat charm and tassel can be easily detached from the carabiner. So, it seems like a great idea to attach a charm featuring something your beloved cat liked, and remake it into a whisker case that feels more like "my pet."

Gigi loved strawberries, so I think I might look for a strawberry charm at a 100-yen shop or a store that sells parts for handmade crafts.

I think the ability to create a one-of-a-kind, custom item is another great feature of this product.

I’d love to see tools for easier removal and a wider variety of tassel colors!

Since the hole in the "Cat Whisker Case with Charm" is on the larger side, I was able to use a toothpick to rake out and retrieve the whiskers.

However, perhaps because I am clumsy, it took me about a minute or two, and I felt a momentary pang of anxiety thinking, "What if I can't get them out...?" So, I would be happy if I could purchase a specialized tool, like a tiny rod or thin tweezers, to make removing the whiskers easier.

Also, if I were to be greedy, I’d like to be able to choose the tassel color at the time of purchase. It seems it is currently sent out randomly, but many owners have specific image colors for their pets, and some might find the bead colors remind them of their pet’s eye or fur color, strengthening the joy of "having them close by."

And I hope that in the future, the tassel color variations will increase, making it easier to find a whisker case that feels more like "my pet." If the color range were expanded to satisfy owners of various cat breeds—gray, black, white, and so on—I think it would increase user satisfaction even more.

By the way, this article is not a sponsored post. I shared my honest experience without any bias, while feeling grateful to the staff members who cherish Gigi’s individuality.

Felissimo Nekobu, if this article happens to catch your eye, I would be grateful if you could accept it as the feedback of just one individual.

Although I have shared various hopes for the future, I believe the "Cat Whisker Case with Charm," which allows you to feel closer to your beloved cat, is a product that will bring smiles to many owners. I truly hope information about this product reaches a wide audience.

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