Whether they are from Japan or not, animal-based characters have a huge following. They are just so adorable.

But they often end up with some issues when we provide them with commodities that are designed for us humans - they just don't use them right.

That... is not your ear

Usao from Anpanman

...don't ask us why your ears are still cold.

Moomin

I hope you are enjoying your...eh, music.

Ted

If you're having an imaginary conversation, go on ahead.

Cony (from LINE)

You're just holding the phone, right?

Brown (from LINE)

That's not your fault - it's the fault of the character designer who made your arms short.

Shimajiro

Whether it's a string phone or an electronic one, the fact remains - that's not your ear.

My Melody

You look displeased... Well you're not going to hear anything anytime soon!

Uchida from Kamiusagi Rope

Nowhere near it.

Doraemon

Doraemon has ears... so Nobita, you got it wrong.

Hello Kitty

Good luck with your DJ career.

Jibanyan

You're not going to block any of the things you don't want to hear.

But there is hope...

Yes! That's it!

I guess a little clumsiness can be something to enjoy about in these characters...