Gifts
Japan offers many unique and beautiful gifts, from traditional crafts to modern souvenirs perfect for any occasion.
What is White Day in Japan?
This page contains affiliate links. White Day is the day on March 14 when men who received chocolates on Valentine's Day return the favor to the woman. On White Day, the most common sweets are candies…
What Is an Imabari Towel in Japan – And Why Is It So Special?
This page contains affiliate links. The following article is contributed by Japarcana. If you’ve ever used a truly great towel, you probably know the difference it makes. Most of the time, you don’t r…
Omamori: A Guide to Japanese Amulets
This page contains affiliate links. If you’ve ever visited a shrine or temple in Japan, it’s likely you have seen an array of brightly-colored, name-tag-sized objects with intricate embroidery and uni…
Japanese Business Gift Giving: Dos and Don'ts for Expatriates
This page contains affiliate links. For Western expats living in Japan, the frequency and occasions for giving and receiving gifts may be surprising. Not only are gifts given between loved ones and fr…
Where to buy Valentine’s Day chocolate in Japan
This page contains affiliate links. Valentine's Day in Japan Valentine’s Day (February 14th) is celebrated in Japan every year not just by couples, but also between friends and families. The one thing…
30 Best Japanese Gift Ideas for Any Occasions
This page contains affiliate links. If you are looking for Japanese gifts or souvenirs to give to your friends and family and unsure of what to give as a gift or souvenir from Japan, this article will…
Luxury Fruit Shopping: Tokyo's Best Fruit Parlors
Tokyo is one of the best shopping destinations in the world, and luxury fruit shopping is no exception. While fruits grown for mass consumption can be found virtually anywhere, including your local su…
Where to Find the Best Souvenirs / Gifts in Tokyo
The good thing is that there are many shops with souvenirs and gifts in Tokyo but the large number of souvenir shops make the process actually difficult. We will help you save time and make this easie…
Trendy Japanese Retail Stores and One-stop Shops in Japan
You need to set up your new home, or you want to add some local flavor to your own furnishings, but your house or apartment is typical of Japan and a little on the cosy side - and perhaps a touch plai…
Kappabashi Street: Tokyo’s Kitchenware Paradise
This page contains affiliate links. For cooking and baking enthusiasts, Kappabashi Street in Tokyo is a mecca of the best in Japanese kitchenware. With a history dating back over a century and a commi…
Exciting Christmas Gift Ideas for Kids - Unwrap the Joy!
This page contains affiliate links. It is the time to share joy and excitement! With Christmas approaching, discovering the ideal gift for the little ones becomes a delightful quest. In this article,…
Japanese Gift Giving Tradition and Luxury Japanese Gifts
This page contains affiliate links. There are quite many occasions where Japanese people give gifts, it can be a gift giving season or a specific occasion. In this articles, you can learn about typica…
English-Speaking Flower Delivery Services in Tokyo
This page contains affiliate links. Not only are flowers great at brightening up our daily lives, they are also great gifts for friends and family on important occasions such as birthdays or anniversa…
The 10 Best Products for Surviving Winter 2025
This page contains affiliate links. Winter in Japan is naturally cold, but since central heating is less prevalent than it is in Europe or the United States, it is also surprisingly cold inside the ho…
Tokyo for Anime and Manga Fans: Popular Areas, Shops, and Museums
This page contains affiliate links. If you enjoy reading Japanese manga (comics) or watching anime (animation), there is no better city on earth to explore than Tokyo as it has everything to satisfy…
