Tokyo Subway Gets Lightsaber Handrails

jafo writes "I can't imagine that even the most steadfast haters of Lucas' meddling in the series won't warm their cold, cold hearts a little when the new release brings the awesomeness of light sabers to the Tokyo subway system. As a promotional tie-in, the handrails have been outfitted with stickers, LEDs, and buttons, turning them into fully-functional (well, almost) Jedi weapons. Be careful, Tokyo, of what part of the handrail you reach out for!"

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Japanese Culture

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Using stickers with built-in buttons and LED lights, the promo isn’t only smart, it’s also a great opportunity for stealing Star Wars memorabilia. I imagine that these stick-in ’sabers are going to disappear very quickly indeed.

Something makes me think that these will be just fine. It just isn't in some cultures to steal everything that looks cool and isn't bolted down.

Re:Japanese Culture

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The social pressure against being a thief is very high in Japan. It is very low in many US communities.