SOUVENIRS FROM JAPAN
Here’s a list of souvenirs to buy in Japan (+cultural insights.)
Tabimawari
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…).
