SOUVENIRS FROM JAPAN

Omamori (お守り): Japanese lucky charms you’ll find in temples and shrines. Each has a specific blessing — like safety, love, or success.

photo by Yanhao Fang

Matcha & Japanese tea: Bring home high-quality green tea from Uji or Shizuoka. Many shops let you taste before buying.

Photo by Natalie Behn

Furoshiki (風呂敷): Traditional wrapping cloths used for gifts or bento boxes — practical and beautiful.
Sensu (扇子): Folding fans, often hand-painted, perfect for summer or display.

Wagashi (和菓子): Traditional sweets, often seasonal. You’ll find mochi, yokan, and others — many beautifully boxed for gifting.

Photo by Christian Laborde

Maneki Neko (招き猫): The iconic “beckoning cat” said to bring good fortune — choose different colors depending on what you wish for (luck, wealth, love…).