6 Best Gifts For Japan Lovers
Need inspiration on gifts for Japan lovers?
To surprise a close friend or family member, we can spend hours and hours looking for the perfect gift, which is not always easy. For that special friend who loves Japan, consider to offer him or her a Japanese gift that reminds of the Japanese culture! You can be sure he or she will be touched by your attention, and that's something priceless.
These items are all available to buy online, some we have selected from popular online shops, and others are our favorite gifts from our own NAMAEYA.com, with free shipping available.
1. Your Name In Japanese T-Shirt & Hoodie
In a world overwhelmed with various products all competing for the “best gift” title, it’s not hard to find a quick gift for someone. But, does that mass-produced gift truly symbolize how you feel about the recipient?
Personalized gifts are always one step ahead of other gifts because of how unique they can be.
It is becoming super popular for tourists to print their names in Japanese on T-shirts.
2. Kimono & Yukata
The long traditional kimono is a stunning addition to your wardrobe. Wear it around the house as a decadent indulgence, or wear it to a party for a unique look.
Yukata is considered to be a type of kimono, but there are some differences from kimono. The most obvious difference is that ‘Yuakata is a thin kimono to wear in the summer.’ It’s so breathable, so you can wear it cool even in the hot summer.
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3. Edo Kiriko
The national craft designated ‘Edo Kiriko’ is a traditional craft from Tokyo’s downtown area that has been around since the Edo period.
The cut of Edo Kiriko is really beautiful. When you take it in your hand and look at it from various directions, it shines beautifully like a kaleidoscope.
You will never get tired of watching.
4. Hinaningyo
Hinaningyo dolls are probably the most wanted gift for the joy and good luck they can bring at home.
Hinamatsuri is a traditional japanese festival held every year in March. It is believed that both dolls, Empress and Emperor absorb all illness and bad spirits of young girls. Women in Japan also display them at home during Hinamatsuri to bring good luck and good fortune in their marriages.
5. Japanese Katana
The Japanese Katakana is forged traditionally by hand, using the ancient method that exists since 20 centuries ago. It is ideal for collection, as a gift to a friend, or personal practice. It is also a very good choice for Dojo students cutting practice, and display.
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6. Go(Igo) Board
Go(Igo) is one of the most popular games in Japan. It is an adversarial game with the objective of having surrounded a larger total area of the board with one’s stones than the opponent. As the game progresses, the players place stones which map out formations and potential territories.
There is significant strategy involved in the Go game, and the number of possible games is vast (10/761 compared, for example, to the 10/120 possible in chess), despite its relatively simple rules.