Sounds like it came from Japan? But no, of course

This kind of food processor is a necessity in the kitchen. It comes with a pack of 48 ounce pitcher and the two-cup bowl for the processor as well. You can chop foods and make drinks with this. All washable parts can be put into the dishwasher and is free from BISPHENOL A chemical. The processor power mechanism has a metal stem with double layer blades. And the blades also removable; that is not common to most products. That's why the it conquers all products in the food processing area. What majority of product do is chop the upper layer of food while lower layer is always turned into pulpy texture. The Ninja food processor actually processes food every evenly, thus resulting a delicious and attractive mash food. Another good thing with this Ninja food processor is its capability that will actually shred hard ice cubes, that magically turns them into the snowflakes perfect for FROSTIES, ice cold fruit drink, and snow flavored cones. The pitcher's best feature is its blending iced coffee, fruit, tea and other creamy frozen drinks like the smoothies. The shaved ice lasts much longer in these frozen fruit drinks, than with most blender types. As far as cleaning the unit goes, it is almost as easy as what the advertising says it should be. The only issue is that the equipment's splash guard has small nooks and crannies that common fingers can't easily fit into. So don't say that you will leave them unwashed overnight, otherwise be prepared for whatever you used to blend in to set up just like cement in the deepest crevices of the Ninja food processor splash guard. You should immediately rinse those stuffs right after you use it, so that you will have no problems after. The Ninja food processor may need to replace its parts over time. And since this product is very well made, it is basically designed so that some switching out of parts and pieces will be simple. The pitcher and bowl may came as single item or combined in a set that each includes its lid. And you can get a separate Splash Guards for each. The blades will sure dull after a period of time, which is primarily why the manufacturer has provided the purchase of additional blades. And if ever you needed extra lids, it can be purchased individually especially if you lose your original lids. Lastly, you can get buy more kitchen aides of the same manufacturer to add to your kitchen equipment just to keep one on hand if you just happen to need more than one bowl or pitcher.