Japan Stores Celebrate ‘Lucky Bag’ Tradition

Apple’s retail stores in Japan celebrated the country’s annual Lucky Bag tradition with a $384 sealed cloth bag that contained a selection of Apple and third-party products. Enthusiasts lined up at Apple stores shortly after midnight on January 2nd for a chance to purchase the bags. One purchaser received an iPod touch, Nike iPod sensor and armband, and a Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere2 speaker set. The purchase also came with nicely-designed bag, bright-orange commemorative T-shirt and a special 2009 calendar.