Description
From the maker:
This precision-machined top is a Spin Gear project, manufactured by Mitsumi Seisakusho, a small factory in Tokyo’s Katsushika Ward.
A 5-yen coin acts as a counterweight, further extending the spinning time.
This top makes a perfect souvenir from Japan, especially Tokyo.
The tip of the top is designed to spin even with a 5-yen coin. Enjoy playing with it on the train or airplane.
The Go-En Top combines the traditional auspicious charm of tops with the playful words “good fortune” and “five yen.” It makes a wonderful gift, wishing for even more good fortune and success in work and studies.
We found the aluminum body’s light, effortless spinning feel “satisfying,” so we deliberately did not create it as a long-spinning model. Idle time is approximately 2-3 minutes. Please understand that this is not a “precise top with long spinning times,” as its spinning time is greatly affected by the location where the top is spun and the skill of the person spinning it. Not only does it feature a 5-yen coin gimmick, but the spinning top itself is also lightweight and spins with little effort, making it a great choice for children.
โ Behind the Scenes
The spinning top is so precise that it was discovered that 5-yen coins from the Showa and Heisei eras have slightly different sizes. This product comes with an unused 5-yen coin from the Heisei era that fits perfectly.
Because of its precision, individual 5-yen coins may not come out when pushed in with your finger. Please place the coin lightly on the spinning top and play with it. If the center hole is properly positioned, it will fit in and remove easily, but if the hole is misaligned to a degree that is not visible to the naked eye, it may get stuck.
Planned by Spin Gear, Manufactured by Mitsumi Seisakusho
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