Strike Witches 2 Things

The one small strand of hair sticks out of a character's head. Also known as a Cowlick and not to be confused with "Antenne Hair".

An Apron is a cover worn during cooking and cleaning to avoid the clothes underneath getting messy. The "Hadaka Apron" (Naked Apron) is popular in Japan.

A Bamboo Sword, shinai, is a practice sword made of bamboo for sparring or the practice and competition of Kendo.

The Bentenmaru is the pirate space ship of Gonzaemon that was passed down to his daughter Marika Kato.

Bikinis are typically two-piece swimsuits for women, available in many different styles and colors. It's like waterproof underwear.

Underwear worn by women over their breasts, both for comfort and support.

Designed to clean debris from floors. Sometimes used as a weapon in manga/anime series.

A sugary baked desert that comes with frosting and typically some kind of topping. It is circular to make it easier to be cut into slices but can also be rectangular or square.

Cat Ears are often seen in anime/manga on cat-like characters or in cosplay. They can be either natural or artificial in nature.

Cherry Blossoms are known in Japan as Sakura. Popularized by Japanese culture. They are the centerpiece of spring festivals.

A Clock is a constructed device used for telling time. They can be either mechanical or electrically powered, and intended to be stationary.

An eye covering that is a simple strap with a cloth to cover the eye. These are usually used to hide any damaged eye or even to mildly protect it. Some animes/mangas have the habit of creating character who wear eye-patches for only style purposes.

Some characters wear 'em. Normally used for improving lacking eyesight.

A form of protective eyewear seen in many animes.

For many hero's and villains, it does the talking. Few can outrun a bullet.

The Jet Striker is the latest in design for the Striker Units of the Strike Witches.

A Katana is a kind of Japanese style of sword with a curved single-edged blade. Best known for speed, light weight, and cutting ability. Highly popular in many styles of manga and anime.

The JZW1 Magnificent Lightning is the latest prototype of Striker Units. Finally completed and piloted by Yoshika Miyafuji.

Nattō is a Japanese food that is made using fermented soybeans. Popular in various dishes and a high source of protein.

A type of sleepwear that tend to be loose and soft for comfort.

Panties are the lower-undergarment of choice for most women, usually worn with a bra.

Pantyhose are a form of sheer tights that cover from the feet to the waist. They are often made of silk, cloth, or sometimes a fishnet pattern.

A Piano is a musical instrument that is played by pressing different keys that strike the wire that hits different cords in order to make musical notes.

Pigtails are a hair style in which (typically women) wear their hair parted down the middle with two ponytails coming off the back of their head. Pigtails are very prevalent in Anime/Manga

A slender, sharply pointed sword, ideal for thrusting attacks, it was used mainly in Europe in the 16th and 17th centuries.

Reppumaru is the katana forged by Mio Sakamoto, and filled it with magic. Powerful enough to slice through the beam of a Neuroi.

Colorful or frilly hair accessories that come in all forms of sizes. These hair ornaments can be used to tie hair up, or spice up a female's appearance by giving a more "cute" look.

Rice is a staple of the diet through out Asia. They are firm grains that are softened when boiled and one of the most complex carbohydrates.

A swimsuit worn by female students during swimming classes in Japan.

Stockings are long-styled socks that cover past the knees and up as high as mid-thigh. They are a popular theme on many manga/anime females. Not to be confused with pantyhose.

Striker Units are devices that are powered by magic. They are used by the Strike Witches forces for transportation on land or in the air.

Eye glasses with dark lenses to keep out harmful ultraviolet rays and to reduce the amount of sunlight entering the eyes.

A Swimsuit is a one-piece article of clothing that is designed for participating in different manners of water based events. Worn casually by the more modest.

An appendage that usually is associated with the aid of balance and agility in lifeforms that have one

A set of 78 cards used for fortune telling.

Tea is a popular drink of Japan and throughout the world. Made by soaking dried tea leaves in boiling water. It comes in many varieties. It can be served hot or cold.

A Watch is a portable version of a clock and used for telling time. They can be mechanically powered or electric.

A Yukata is a type of Kimono made of cotton that is often worn at summer festivals or after a bath in traditional Japanese Inns.