Shaped Like an Octopus, Wacky Wall Walkers Were an Interesting ToyMolded Out of a Sticky Elastomer. When Thrown Against a Wall, It Would “Walk Down.”
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First time I saw a Wacky WallWalker was 2nd grade… Show and Tell…kid pulled it out of her bag and threw it against the chalkboard and I watched in astonished amazement
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![A googly-eyed / wiggly-eyed and tentacle suction-cupped bootleg / knockoff of the more simply detailed Japanese "タコ" ("Tako") = sticky octopus tumbling toy and Dr. Fad's officially licensed version "Wacky WallkWalker" [1982].
Originally invented and manufactured in Japan by an undisclosed mystery inventor and an undisclosed mystery manufacturer, it was sold as "タコ" ("Tako") = Octopus, in Japan.
白田 健 Ken Hakuta (né 백건 Kun Paik), a.k.a., "Dr. Fad", then imported and rebranded "タコ" with exclusive worldwide rights as "Wacky WallWalker" in 1982, and it became a worldwide 80's fad that transformed him into a millionaire.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:s3kvxuo2ekfctmtwklpl57yk/bafkreihlscp5bdjrpjvtl4lebwqafr4c6rg35b47r3f7aubuwxvm2kucou)
A googly-eyed / wiggly-eyed and tentacle suction-cupped bootleg / knockoff of the more simply detailed Japanese "タコ" ("Tako") = sticky octopus tumbling toy and Dr. Fad's officially licensed version "Wacky WallkWalker" [1982]. Originally invented and manufactured in Japan by an undisclosed mystery inventor and an undisclosed mystery manufacturer, it was sold as "タコ" ("Tako") = Octopus, in Japan. 白田 健 Ken Hakuta (né 백건 Kun Paik), a.k.a., "Dr. Fad", then imported and rebranded "タコ" with exclusive worldwide rights as "Wacky WallWalker" in 1982, and it became a worldwide 80's fad that transformed him into a millionaire.
My 1980's おとり タコ ちゃん Decoy Octopus-Chan
#タコちゃん #tako #octopus #octopuses #wackywallwalker #wackywallwalkers #drfad #kenhakuta #bootleg #knockoff #ko #vintagetoys #toy #toys #スライム #slime #ぬるぬるした #slimey #toyphotography #toyphoto #toycollector #japanese #日本 #japan #fad #nostalgia #1980s #80s
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![Originally invented and manufactured in Japan by an undisclosed mystery inventor and an undisclosed mystery manufacturer, it was sold as "タコ" ("Tako") = Octopus, in Japan.
白田 健 Ken Hakuta (né 백건 Kun Paik), a.k.a., "Dr. Fad", then imported and rebranded "タコ" with exclusive worldwide rights as "Wacky WallWalker" in 1982, and it became a worldwide 80's fad that transformed him into a millionaire.
Ken Hakuta's friend, Eulalie Fenhagen, was the one that came up with the new name of "WallWalker".
In 1983, Wacky WallWalkers were included as premium product toy prizes in Wendy's Kids' Meals.
On December 11, 1983, NBC aired the Wacky WallWalker-inspired and Christmas-themed "Deck the Halls With Wacky Walls" animated cartoon special. It featured the voice acting talents of Daws Butler, Peter Cullen, Tress MacNeille, Frank Welker, etc, and writing of Mark Evanier.
Later, Ken Hakuta, as "Dr. Fad", created and hosted the TV gameshow "The Dr. Fad Show" [1988-1994] to encourage child inventors.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:s3kvxuo2ekfctmtwklpl57yk/bafkreiefvhw2xsg6tk4rfrbl6culuvo65jho5wfqtcaasim7l7yw3pcs6q)
Originally invented and manufactured in Japan by an undisclosed mystery inventor and an undisclosed mystery manufacturer, it was sold as "タコ" ("Tako") = Octopus, in Japan. 白田 健 Ken Hakuta (né 백건 Kun Paik), a.k.a., "Dr. Fad", then imported and rebranded "タコ" with exclusive worldwide rights as "Wacky WallWalker" in 1982, and it became a worldwide 80's fad that transformed him into a millionaire. Ken Hakuta's friend, Eulalie Fenhagen, was the one that came up with the new name of "WallWalker". In 1983, Wacky WallWalkers were included as premium product toy prizes in Wendy's Kids' Meals. On December 11, 1983, NBC aired the Wacky WallWalker-inspired and Christmas-themed "Deck the Halls With Wacky Walls" animated cartoon special. It featured the voice acting talents of Daws Butler, Peter Cullen, Tress MacNeille, Frank Welker, etc, and writing of Mark Evanier. Later, Ken Hakuta, as "Dr. Fad", created and hosted the TV gameshow "The Dr. Fad Show" [1988-1994] to encourage child inventors.
My 1983 Wendy's Kids' Meal Wacky WallWalker®︎
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#タコ兵衛 #タコ #タコちゃん #tako #octopus #octopuses #wackywallwalker #wackywallwalkers #drfad #kenhakuta #wendys #prize #toy #toys #toyphotography #toyphoto #cartoon #slimey #slime #fad #1980s #80s
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![Originally invented and manufactured in Japan by an undisclosed mystery inventor and an undisclosed mystery manufacturer, it was sold as "タコ" ("Tako") = Octopus, in Japan.
白田 健 Ken Hakuta (né 백건 Kun Paik), a.k.a., "Dr. Fad", then imported and rebranded "タコ" with exclusive worldwide rights as "Wacky WallWalker" in 1982, and it became a worldwide 80's fad that transformed him into a millionaire.
Ken Hakuta's friend, Eulalie Fenhagen, was the one that came up with the new name of "WallWalker".
In 1983, Wacky WallWalkers were included as premium product toy prizes in Wendy's Kids' Meals.
On December 11, 1983, NBC aired the Wacky WallWalker-inspired and Christmas-themed "Deck the Halls With Wacky Walls" animated cartoon special. It featured the voice acting talents of Daws Butler, Peter Cullen, Tress MacNeille, Frank Welker, etc, and writing of Mark Evanier.
Later, Ken Hakuta, as "Dr. Fad", created and hosted the TV gameshow "The Dr. Fad Show" [1988-1994] to encourage child inventors.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:s3kvxuo2ekfctmtwklpl57yk/bafkreicbytsjw775u4xrsxkdjrhojr6ytbbzuyejm6y7fpwbizby2jdaou)
Originally invented and manufactured in Japan by an undisclosed mystery inventor and an undisclosed mystery manufacturer, it was sold as "タコ" ("Tako") = Octopus, in Japan. 白田 健 Ken Hakuta (né 백건 Kun Paik), a.k.a., "Dr. Fad", then imported and rebranded "タコ" with exclusive worldwide rights as "Wacky WallWalker" in 1982, and it became a worldwide 80's fad that transformed him into a millionaire. Ken Hakuta's friend, Eulalie Fenhagen, was the one that came up with the new name of "WallWalker". In 1983, Wacky WallWalkers were included as premium product toy prizes in Wendy's Kids' Meals. On December 11, 1983, NBC aired the Wacky WallWalker-inspired and Christmas-themed "Deck the Halls With Wacky Walls" animated cartoon special. It featured the voice acting talents of Daws Butler, Peter Cullen, Tress MacNeille, Frank Welker, etc, and writing of Mark Evanier. Later, Ken Hakuta, as "Dr. Fad", created and hosted the TV gameshow "The Dr. Fad Show" [1988-1994] to encourage child inventors.
My 1983 Wendy's Kids' Meal Wacky WallWalker®︎
© Tradex Corporation - All Rights Reserved.
#タコ兵衛 #タコ #タコちゃん #tako #octopus #octopuses #wackywallwalker #wackywallwalkers #drfad #kenhakuta #wendys #prize #toy #toys #toyphotography #toyphoto #cartoon #slimey #slime #fad #1980s #80s
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![A googly-eyed / wiggly-eyed and tentacle suction-cupped bootleg / knockoff of the more simply detailed Japanese "タコ" ("Tako") = sticky octopus tumbling toy and Dr. Fad's officially licensed version "Wacky WallkWalker" [1982].
Originally invented and manufactured in Japan by an undisclosed mystery inventor and an undisclosed mystery manufacturer, it was sold as "タコ" ("Tako") = Octopus, in Japan.
白田 健 Ken Hakuta (né 백건 Kun Paik), a.k.a., "Dr. Fad", then imported and rebranded "タコ" with exclusive worldwide rights as "Wacky WallWalker" in 1982, and it became a worldwide 80's fad that transformed him into a millionaire.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:s3kvxuo2ekfctmtwklpl57yk/bafkreiemptiuncyzlj4l47hwt4y7g34y6j34g7qkcrkokndct6n4dcs53q)
A googly-eyed / wiggly-eyed and tentacle suction-cupped bootleg / knockoff of the more simply detailed Japanese "タコ" ("Tako") = sticky octopus tumbling toy and Dr. Fad's officially licensed version "Wacky WallkWalker" [1982]. Originally invented and manufactured in Japan by an undisclosed mystery inventor and an undisclosed mystery manufacturer, it was sold as "タコ" ("Tako") = Octopus, in Japan. 白田 健 Ken Hakuta (né 백건 Kun Paik), a.k.a., "Dr. Fad", then imported and rebranded "タコ" with exclusive worldwide rights as "Wacky WallWalker" in 1982, and it became a worldwide 80's fad that transformed him into a millionaire.
My 1980's おとり タコ ちゃん Decoy Octopus-Chan!
#タコちゃん #tako #octopus #octopuses #wackywallwalker #wackywallwalkers #drfad #kenhakuta #bootleg #knockoff #ko #vintagetoys #toy #toys #スライム #slime #ぬるぬるした #slimey #toyphotography #toyphoto #toycollector #japanese #日本 #japan #fad #nostalgia #1980s #80s
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Originally invented and manufactured in Japan by an undisclosed mystery inventor and an undisclosed mystery manufacturer, it was sold as "タコ" ("Tako") = Octopus, in Japan, per my subject line. 白田 健 Ken Hakuta (né 백건 Kun Paik), a.k.a., "Dr. Fad", then imported and rebranded "タコ" with exclusive worldwide rights as "Wacky WallWalker" in 1982, and it became a worldwide 80's fad that transformed him into a millionaire.
My ノロノロ落ちるタコ兵衛! ("Falling Slowly Octopus Soldier!") [Circa 1982]
#タコ兵衛 #タコ #タコちゃん #tako #octopus #octopuses #wackywallwalker #wackywallwalkers #drfad #kenhakuta #スライム #slime #ぬるぬるした #slimey #vintagetoys #toy #toys #toyphotography #toycollector #japanese #日本 #japan #fad #nostalgia #1980s #80s
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![Originally invented and manufactured in Japan by an undisclosed mystery inventor and an undisclosed mystery manufacturer, it was sold as "タコ" ("Tako") = Octopus, in Japan.
白田 健 Ken Hakuta (né 백건 Kun Paik), a.k.a., "Dr. Fad", then imported and rebranded "タコ" with exclusive worldwide rights as "Wacky WallWalker" in 1982, and it became a worldwide 80's fad that transformed him into a millionaire.
Ken Hakuta's friend, Eulalie Fenhagen, was the one that came up with the new name of "WallWalker".
On December 11, 1983, NBC aired the Wacky WallWalker-inspired and Christmas-themed "Deck the Halls With Wacky Walls" animated cartoon special. It featured the voice acting talents of Daws Butler, Peter Cullen, Tress MacNeille, Frank Welker, etc, and writing of Mark Evanier.
Starting In 1984, Wacky WallWalkers were included as premium product toy prizes in Kellogg's cereal boxes several times.
Later, Ken Hakuta, as "Dr. Fad", created and hosted the TV gameshow "The Dr. Fad Show" [1988-1994].](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:s3kvxuo2ekfctmtwklpl57yk/bafkreifobbnwbpixx4j7dyabylc4ev6cvxx3pppnafhaptuhzkeypieig4)
Originally invented and manufactured in Japan by an undisclosed mystery inventor and an undisclosed mystery manufacturer, it was sold as "タコ" ("Tako") = Octopus, in Japan. 白田 健 Ken Hakuta (né 백건 Kun Paik), a.k.a., "Dr. Fad", then imported and rebranded "タコ" with exclusive worldwide rights as "Wacky WallWalker" in 1982, and it became a worldwide 80's fad that transformed him into a millionaire. Ken Hakuta's friend, Eulalie Fenhagen, was the one that came up with the new name of "WallWalker". On December 11, 1983, NBC aired the Wacky WallWalker-inspired and Christmas-themed "Deck the Halls With Wacky Walls" animated cartoon special. It featured the voice acting talents of Daws Butler, Peter Cullen, Tress MacNeille, Frank Welker, etc, and writing of Mark Evanier. Starting In 1984, Wacky WallWalkers were included as premium product toy prizes in Kellogg's cereal boxes several times. Later, Ken Hakuta, as "Dr. Fad", created and hosted the TV gameshow "The Dr. Fad Show" [1988-1994].
My Complete Set Of 4 1980's Kellogg's Cereal Box Wacky WallWalkers Toy Prizes!
Wacky WallWalker®︎ © Tradex Corporation - ARR.
#タコ兵衛 #タコ #タコちゃん #tako #octopus #octopuses #wackywallwalker #wackywallwalkers #drfad #kenhakuta #kelloggs #cereal #prize #toys #toyphotography #toyphoto #fad #1980s #80s
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![Originally invented and manufactured in Japan by an undisclosed mystery inventor and an undisclosed mystery manufacturer, it was sold as "タコ" ("Tako") = Octopus, in Japan.
白田 健 Ken Hakuta (né 백건 Kun Paik), a.k.a., "Dr. Fad", then imported and rebranded "タコ" with exclusive worldwide rights as "Wacky WallWalker" in 1982, and it became a worldwide 80's fad that transformed him into a millionaire.
Ken Hakuta's friend, Eulalie Fenhagen, was the one that came up with the new name of "WallWalker".
In 1983, Wacky WallWalkers were included as premium product toy prizes in Wendy's Kids' Meals.
On December 11, 1983, NBC aired the Wacky WallWalker-inspired and Christmas-themed "Deck the Halls With Wacky Walls" animated cartoon special. It featured the voice acting talents of Daws Butler, Peter Cullen, Tress MacNeille, Frank Welker, etc, and writing of Mark Evanier.
Later, Ken Hakuta, as "Dr. Fad", created and hosted the TV gameshow "The Dr. Fad Show" [1988-1994] to encourage child inventors.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:s3kvxuo2ekfctmtwklpl57yk/bafkreidnp73bcfkb7bncoyvt6vd7sc5wojkhu5ddiltoe3ktktafo2k5ta)
Originally invented and manufactured in Japan by an undisclosed mystery inventor and an undisclosed mystery manufacturer, it was sold as "タコ" ("Tako") = Octopus, in Japan. 白田 健 Ken Hakuta (né 백건 Kun Paik), a.k.a., "Dr. Fad", then imported and rebranded "タコ" with exclusive worldwide rights as "Wacky WallWalker" in 1982, and it became a worldwide 80's fad that transformed him into a millionaire. Ken Hakuta's friend, Eulalie Fenhagen, was the one that came up with the new name of "WallWalker". In 1983, Wacky WallWalkers were included as premium product toy prizes in Wendy's Kids' Meals. On December 11, 1983, NBC aired the Wacky WallWalker-inspired and Christmas-themed "Deck the Halls With Wacky Walls" animated cartoon special. It featured the voice acting talents of Daws Butler, Peter Cullen, Tress MacNeille, Frank Welker, etc, and writing of Mark Evanier. Later, Ken Hakuta, as "Dr. Fad", created and hosted the TV gameshow "The Dr. Fad Show" [1988-1994] to encourage child inventors.
My 1983 Wendy's Kids' Meal Wacky WallWalker!
Wacky WallWalker®︎ © Tradex Corporation - All Rights Reserved.
#タコ兵衛 #タコ #タコちゃん #tako #octopus #octopuses #wackywallwalker #wackywallwalkers #drfad #kenhakuta #wendys #prize #toy #toys #toyphotography #toyphoto #cartoon #slimey #slime #fad #1980s #80s
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