Hail to the Nyokki Pet, noble even unto death.

Rest In Peace, our dear Nyokki Pet. You have earned your laurels of lupine.

The Japanese Nyokki Pet is a small, ultra-cute glazed version of the Chia Pet, which grows rye grass seeds. They are hailed as easy to grow, but if you're not a houseplant person they really aren't that easy to keep alive long term. Fortunately, young children have short memories.