The following ten tenets define the gentle art and philosophy of Chindogu
A Chindogu cannot be for real use
A Chindogu must exist
Inherent in every Chindogu is the spirit of anarchy
Chindogu are tools for everyday life
Chindogu are not for sale
Humor must not be the sole reason for creating a Chindogu
Chindogu is not propaganda
Chindogu are never taboo
Chindogu cannot be patented
Chindogu are without prejudice