23 Anime-Inspired Products From API-Owned Small Businesses That Are Perfect For The Otaku In Your Life

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While BuzzFeed celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM), we also believe in celebrating the contributions from Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders year-round. Please enjoy this APAHM-themed product post from BuzzFeed Shopping and know that you can enjoy these businesses well beyond this wonderful, dedicated month.

1. These Hello Kitty and Friends Dry Noodles are sure to make your meals not only delicious, but incredibly cute.

A-Sha

A-Sha is a Taiwanese-owned noodle brand known for its 100-year-old legacy noodle recipe from Tainan, Taiwan.

These Hello Kitty and Friends Dry Noodles are curated in specially designed and vibrant packages, each themed with a specific character. The cup noodles are available in chicken soup and spicy flavors. The Hello Kitty noodles include a Supercute Soy sauce, the My Melody noodles include a Friendly Scallion sauce, the Keroppi noodles include a Silly Spicy sauce, and the Badtz-Maru noodles include a Sesame Boss sauce.

Get the packs on A-Sha individually (1 set with 5 packs) for $12.99 or in a bundle (Mixed set with 20 individual packs) for $51.49, and the cup noodle pack (1 pack of 6 cups) for $17.99.

2. These Chibi Attack on Titan shoe charms will have your feet looking as good as the Colossal Titan’s when he kicked in Wall Maria.

CRYMECAT / Etsy / Via etsy.com

CRYMECAT is a California-based business that creates stickers, phone grips, pins, keychains, and shoe charms with chibi-style designs based on your favorite anime characters. 

Promising review: "When I first saw these babies, I had to buy them but also buy a pair of crocs! It was so worth going all out to own these beautiful and stunning charms. The quality is amazing, and the size is perfect. I highly recommend any AOT fan get a set. Already bought another set, and can't wait to add them to my little collection that will so be big. Thank you so much!" —Laura C

Get them from CRYMECAT on Etsy for $13.50+.

3. This adorable Gojo Enamel Pin that SPINS. Yes, SPINS!!

Mualcaina. / Via Instagram: @mualcaina

Mualcaina. is a Filipina-owned, California-based shop that hand draws designs into super cute stickers, enamel pins, magnets, lanyards, phone accessories, and more. This spinning Gojo enamel pin will add some cuteness to your pinboard, jackets, lanyards, and anything else you stick your enamel pins on! The design is also available as a phone grip, a non-spinning enamel pin, and a sticker. Each item will be delivered with eco-conscious packaging as sustainability is an important part of Mualcaina.

Get it from Mualcaina. for $30.

4. This Karasuno jersey will keep you looking fly all day 🏐.

Sayonara Street / Via Instagram: @sayonarastreet

Sayonara Street is a screen printing and embroidery shop that creates anime-inspired designs so you can rep your faves in your favorite styles. This Karasuno baseball jersey is stitched front and back with "FLY" embroidered on the left sleeve. The shop provides jerseys for Aoba Johsai as well if they are your favorite team! 

The small business releases pre-order links on a case-by-case basis, so be sure to keep a lookout on their Instagram for when their next drop is! 

Check out Sayonara Street on Instagram for continued updates on when the shop is next opening and how to get one for yourself!

5. This Studio Ghibli-inspired Soju Bottle blanket that will keep your favorite lightweight warm after they get drunk off one soju bottle.

DreamCreamCo/Etsy / Via etsy.com

DreamCreamCo is a California-based shop that creates blankets, stickers, enamel pins, micro-fiber glasses cloths, and more. Founder Kristie Tai created this blanket design to also be available as a micro-fiber cloth to clean your glasses.

Promising review: "I am in love with the Soju blanket!! It is lightweight yet warm. Just looking at the adorable Studio Ghibli characters lifts my spirits. Apart from the blanket, Kristie, the shop owner, is amazing. She kept me up to date on the progress of the blanket as I had pre-ordered it, and she is quick to respond if you have any concerns about your order. I will definitely be back to buy more! And I highly recommend this blanket as a gift for a loved one or for yourself. 🥰" —China Nicole M

Get it from DreamCreamCo on Etsy for $50. 

6. These Genshin Impact-inspired earrings to rep your favorite character(s) while playing the game.

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Studio Thebe

Studio Thebe is a Singapore-based shop that creates earrings that are quirky, ethereal, and everything in between. Each Genshin Impact earring has the option of having sterling silver hooks or non-sterling silver hooks. In addition to the anime-style RPG, the shop also offers earrings based on Attack on Titan, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Sailor Moon, and more!

Get them from Studio Thebe for $9+.

7. These waterproof vinyl stickers of your favorite anime eyes will look incredibly cool on your cars or hydro flasks.

Helene's Happy Hobbies / Via Instagram: @heleneshappyhobbies

Helene's Happy Hobbies is a Vietnamese-owned, California-based shop that creates cute and anime-inspired stickers, accessories, and more. These waterproof vinyl stickers are available as your favorite characters such as Eren Yeager from Attack on Titan, Kyo Sohma from Fruits Basket, and all your Jujutsu Kaisen faves! 

Promising review: "I love the Kyo sticker so much! It fits and sticks perfectly on the back of my iPad magic keyboard. I haven’t had any issues, and I actually was able to adjust the sticker a few times without it losing any adhesive. They even sent little freebies and a cute little card." —Julian L

Get them from Helene's Happy Hobbies on Etsy for $5.99+ (available in various styles).

8. This adorable Totoro cake will make you feel all cute and fluffy in your tummy.

Little Bunnini / Via Instagram: @littlebunnini

Little Bunnini is a Chinese-owned, California-based bakery that creates super cute and yummy creations. The shop crafts each cake and pastry with care and makes them look like cute little animal characters, including bunnies, bears, frogs, seals, and more! The small business is currently asking customers to order ahead and pick up only, so feel free to head over to their Instagram and message them to place your order.

DM Little Bunnini on Instagram for more information!

9. Fighting evil by moonlight, looking super cute with these Sailor Moon-inspired earrings by daylight!

Ippo Earrings

Ippo Earrings is a Taiwanese-owned, New York-based shop that self-designs and hand assembles affordable, unique jewelry including rings, bracelets, necklaces, crossbody chains, and earrings. These Sailor Moon-inspired earrings are available in various colors so you can subtly rep your favorite sailor scout with these golden, dainty earrings. 

Promising review: "I’m absolutely obsessed! I’m so glad that I was able to grab a pair. I feel like princess serenity wearing these and everyone I’ve seen has given me compliments. Agnes was so nice and she even included cute washi tape and a lovely handwritten note with my order! I can’t wait to but more from her! 20/10" —Michaela

Get it from Ippo Earrings on Etsy for $25.

10. This Kirby sun catcher that'll suck in a sun and turn it into an abundance of rainbows.

Shay Scribbles / Via Instagram: @shayscribblesart

Shay Scribbles is a Vietnamese-owned, California-based shop that sells stickers, art prints, and more. This adorable sticker/decal can create vibrant rainbows all over your area when posted up onto a window. The prisms of the sticker come in a cracked ice pattern and are sure to make your smile even brighter on a sunny day!

Promising review: "I got this as a gift for a friend, and it came shockingly fast and with some other stickers! She absolutely loves it, and was super excited that it would make rainbows around the room. I can't recommend this seller enough. :)" —Aibi T

Get it from Shay Scribbles on Etsy for $7.

11. This Hunter x Hunter Card Skin to turn your bank card into an official Hunter License (except this one is replaceable).

VoodooTaddooArt / Etsy / Via etsy.com

VoodooTaddooArt is a Pacific Islander and Kiwi-owned, California-based shop that creates card skins to make your bank cards look extra cool. Founder Steven Shippey is a single dad of two sons who hand-makes his products in his kitchen, and in addition to Hunter x Hunter, the shop also provides card skins inspired by Jojo's Bizarre Adventure, Pokemon, Death Note, and more! 

Promising review: "Fantastic sticker, people who see it on my card love it, and I'm SO happy. Especially the little thank you note on it that made my day. THANK YOU to this seller, so fantastic and a good person. GOT IT QUICK, TOO! So much love." —Ethan

Get it from VoodooTaddooArt on Etsy for $6. 

12. This Howl's Moving Castle Sophie and Calcifer enamel pin to help your "best blaze burn the brightest when circumstances are at their worst."

Dogzsquadarts/Etsy / Via etsy.com

Dogzsquadarts is a Canada-based shop that creates cute and adorable enamel pins, stickers, and more. This gold-plated pin is handmade and comes with two rubber backings. 

Promising review: "Gorgeous! It was too adorable to pass up on!" —Morgan

Get it from Dogzsquadarts on Etsy for $10.59+.

13. This Kakashi Hatake Amigurumi-inspired plush whose headband can flip up to reveal his sharingan.

Peachy Stitches / Via instagram.com

Peachy Stitches is a Chinese-owned, California-based small business that hand-crochets Amigurumi-inspired plushies based on your pets, favorite characters, favorite people, and more! 

In addition to Kakashi, the shop has also created Amigurumi plushes of Sasuke from Naruto, a Colossal Titan from Attack on Titan, Kotaro and Gintoki from Gintama, and so much more! Peachy Stitches takes commissions on any anime character, so you can request any of your favorites to hug! 

Promising review: "My daughter is so happy to have a stuffy of her favorite character. We couldn’t find anything in stores like this! It’s beautifully made, and Mollie is a great communicator." —Kathryn S

Get it from Peachy Stitches on Etsy for $48+ (available in various sizes).

14. These Sailor Moon and Cardcaptor Sakura necklaces that will help you live out your magical girl dreams.

FlashyStudioNYC / Etsy / Via etsy.com

FlashyStudioNYC is a New York-based shop that creates beautifully dreamy jewelry pieces that'll make your outfits extra elegant and cute! 

Promising review: "So beautiful and colorful. Excellent quality, very happy with my purchase." —Nadia

Get it from FlashyStudioNYC on Etsy for $24.

15. Choose your Scarlet and Violet Pokemon Starter sticker to bring a friend with you on all your journeys!

Instagram: @kyarikreations / Via Instagram: @kyarikreations

Kyari Kreations is a New York-based shop that creates cute stickers and stationery. They have a variety of adorable stationery and gifts including washi tape, stickers, tote bags, bookmarks, and more! These Scarlet and Violet Starter Pokemon stickers can be purchased separately or as a set and are durable, long-lasting, and waterproof. 

Get them at Kyari Kreations on Etsy for $2.35.

16. These Teaveelution Gentlemón hard enamel pins that look like they're having the fanciest tea party of their lives.

ItsGeoffrey

Geoffrey Siu is a Hawaii-based artist who creates enamel pins, patches, vinyl stickers, washi tape, and more! This Teaveelution Bundle features each Eeveelution from Generations 1-3 of the Pokémon series and is a part of the small business's Gentlemón Collection. You can also get this set in sticker form! The Gentlemón collection also features your favorite First Generation starters, Second Generation starters, Slowpoke, Gengar, and so many more! 

Get it from Geoffrey Siu for $12+. 

17. This Rengoku Print pet bandana guaranteed to fill that hole in your heart.

Senpai Inu / Via Instagram: @senpai.inu

Senpai Inu is a California-based shop that creates specialty accessories and apparel for pets and anime lovers. Their shop includes apparel and stickers made for humans and bandana, collars, and harnesses for your favorite furry friend! 

This Rengoku bandana is sure to set your heart ablaze, and if you're looking for another one of your favorite characters, the shop also features bandanas with prints of Nezuko of Demon Slayer, Luffy of One Piece, Gojo from Jujutsu Kaisen, Kirby, Eeveelutions from Pokémon, Tokyo Revengers, and more! 

Get it from Senpai Inu for $18 (available in two colors).

18. This Gudetama face mask is the perfect go-to mask for when you're too lazy to go through your drawer of cute masks.

Sew Tweet Hawaii/Etsy / Via etsy.com

Sew Tweet Hawaii is a Hawaii-based shop that creates the cutest masks based on your favorite fandoms. In addition to this Gudetama design, they also have masks based on Studio Ghibli, BTS Line Friends, Little Twin Stars, and so much more! 

Promising review: "This is a high quality cloth face mask! It's thicker, but still breathable and super comfy. The mask cloth and ear loops are very soft, AND IT LOOKS AMAZING!! Loved the design choices so much, I bought one for myself and gave one away as a gift. The size guide was spot on for me. So happy with the purchase; would definitely recommend to try! Mahalo Sew Tweet Hawaii!! 😁" —Andrew 

Get it from Sew Tweet Hawaii on Etsy for $20+ (available in various sizes and colors). 

19. This Haku embroidered crewneck to add a little bit of ✨spirit✨ to your outfit.

String and Fabric / Via Instagram: @stringandfabric

String and Fabric is a California-based shop that embroiders hoodies, crewnecks, and T-shirts based on your favorite animes. The small business also accepts custom designs as well! This Haku embroidered crewneck is available in various colors like sand, gray, white, and black, and can also be purchased as a T-shirt. 

Promising review: "My sixth or seventh sweater that I have purchased. Her stitching is flawless, and she is a really fast shipper. A+++" —Marianne G

Get it from String and Fabric on Etsy for $55+ (available in sizes S–XL). 

20. These Demon Slayer-inspired face masks that might help you slay those demons inside your head.

MofLeema / Etsy / Via etsy.com

MofLeema is a Japanese-owned, Canada-based shop that creates crafts with beautiful fabric! Some items in the shop include Japanese kimono fabric bags, sleeves for your handheld devices, face masks, key fobs, and more! These Demon Slayer-themed face masks are made with soft and comfortable material and include a nose wire and a filter pocket.

Promising review: "I ordered two of these masks and want to order more! They shipped super fast, and are even more vibrant in person than in the photo! I bought the Nezuko pattern for an anime convention and wore the mask for eight hours straight and hardly even remembered I was wearing a mask! It is super pretty and super comfy, I would definitely recommend this shop!" —Megan W

Get them from MofLeema on Etsy for $12.60 (available in multiple colors). 

21. These Gold Zoro earrings are subtle enough to look classy in every outfit but will definitely catch the eyes of every One Piece fan.

FiguresStudioCrafts/Etsy / Via etsy.com

Figures Studio Crafts is a California-based shop that creates pins, keychains, stickers, and accessories based on your favorite anime characters. Founder Alex Ng makes these minimalistic earrings with hypoallergenic materials and in several styles for both people with piercings and people without!

Promising review: "The earrings are perfect for a One Piece fan! The customer service was amazing as well. After I reached out to the seller, I received a quick response. The seller was also able to accommodate my request for the set, and I couldn’t be more grateful!" —Tally

Get it from Figures Studio Crafts on Etsy for $9.50+ (available in six styles).

22. You: *forgets keys at home* Your Surprise Pikachu key strap:

BreakingBvnk / Via instagram.com

BreakingBvnk is a Hawaii-based shop that creates high-quality woven key tags with embroidered lettering and design, enamel pins, rugs, peeker and classic stickers, and lots more. Founder Kameron Yamada custom embroiders this key strap on both sides, and you and Pikachu will have the same facial expression if you forget your keys again. 

Promising review: "These products were amazing! Came really fast! And looked great! I would defend recommend to anyone who wants one to get one!" —Emma

Get it from BreakingBvnk for $15. 

23. And this Sakura's Sealing Wand to ✨release✨ those pesky bottle caps and let you live out your Cardcaptor dreams.

Geek Thirst / Via instagram.com

Geek Thirst is a California-based shop that creates fandom-inspired products like bottle openers, enamel pins, playing cards, patches, and keychains. This Cardcaptor Sakura bottle opener comes with a star keychain so you can have it with you at all times. The shop also has bottle openers based on Sailor Scout Wands, Kingdom Hearts, and so much more! 

Get it from Geek Thirst for $22. 

Shoutout your favorite anime-inspired merch/small businesses in the comments!

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