Chindogu is the Japanese art of inventing silly and useless gadgets to solve an everyday problem. Translated literally, 'Chindogu' means valuable or priceless tool. Yes, these inventions are genius, but you would probably look pretty silly using them out in public. Actually, there are a few inventions here that I would actually use. No shame.
Here are 17 hilariously crazy and brilliant inventions only Japan could have thought up:

1. Butter Grater

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Tired of hard butter destroying your toast? This butter grater will fix that.

2. Umbrella Tie

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For those days where you're not sure if it's going to rain or not.

3. Eyedrop Funnels

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Only Japan would come up with a device to make putting in eyedrops easier.

4. Silent Karaoke

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For those times you want to belt out a tune, but don't want anyone to hear you.

5. Sound Catcher Pillow

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Nap in peace and quiet with this sound catcher pillow.