Eneloop Kairo

I remember 6 years ago in Japan, I was introduced to these small red bean bag packets that would heat up once you took it out of the packaging. Bad thing about them was they only lasted maybe an hour and could barely keep your hands warm long enough in the blistering cold.

So recently I found out about Sanyo’s Eneloop Kairo, which is the same concept but based on a rechargable lithium ion charge that can last up to 4 hours.

There are 2 warmer settings, but more than likely you’ll have it on full blast.

The bottom is actually the part that heats up. It has come in handy being here in cold Shanghai, and I probably need another one for the other hand. Got this for 300 RMB (~$44 USD) and it also comes in a light blue or white color. Perhaps a pair of gloves is the more economical route here…