Holiday Gift Guide 2024: Best Japanese Gifts You Can Order Online

Looking for unique gift ideas this festive season? Explore thoughtful options from Japan that you may not have considered before, from artisanal snacks and skincare favorites to traditional home goods and kitchenware. 

Whether you’re spoiling your loved ones or treating yourself (because you deserve it!), these Japanese goodies bring a little charm and joy to the holidays.

Dive into our handpicked favorites for this year and enjoy the spirit of giving!

Japanese Treats

1. Cookies and Chocolates in a Festive Red Box

Akai Bohsi’s assorted cookies are the ultimate holiday gift for anyone with a sweet tooth! Known worldwide for their delicious treats, Akai Bohshi offers a delightful variety of 12 different cookies and chocolates, beautifully presented in a red paper box. 

With flavors ranging from white chocolate balls and caramel chocolate cookie sandwiches to nutberry hearts and florentine cookies, this assortment is perfect as a thoughtful gift or a unique Japanese souvenir.

 2. Handmade Cookies in a Luxurious Blue and Silver Tin 

Gin No Mori’s Le Petit Bois handmade cookie assortment box offers unique types of cookies and treats, each crafted with high-quality ingredients.

From the earthy taste of acorn and bamboo to the spice of sansho pepper and the sweetness of raspberry meringue, each bite is an adventure in taste and texture.

Presented in an elegant tin, it’s a thoughtful holiday gift for anyone who appreciates fine, artisanal treats.

Our very own J Taste snack box brings together 20–25 premium, full-sized snacks from different regions of Japan, each crafted by passionate local artisans. Filled with a delightful mix of sweet, salty, and savory treats, this box supports small Japanese producers and showcases unique flavors from across the country. 

Packed with full-sized snacks and focused on additive-free products, it’s a fresh and natural way to explore Japan’s rich culinary flavors.

Japanese Home Essentials

4. Japanese Imabari Towel

This Imabari towel set is a thoughtful self-care gift that blends luxury and practicality. Renowned for its softness and outstanding water absorbency, this set is crafted in Ehime, Japan, a region with over a century of expertise in towel production. Each towel is made from pure, soft cotton and adorned with a delicate jacquard wave pattern, adding an elegant touch.

Beautifully packaged in a refined wooden box, the set includes two bath towels, making it an ideal gift for couples. 

5. Copper and Titanium Plated Ice Cream Spoon

Todai’s ice cream spoon is a sophisticated fusion of elegance and utility, designed to elevate any dessert moment. Its sharp, angled front smoothly cuts through even the hardest ice cream, making each scoop effortless. 

Crafted from premium copper, this Japanese spoon showcases refined style with three beautiful plating finishes, while the copper’s natural antibacterial qualities enhance hygiene.

These lacquered chopsticks in a wooden box from Isuke are a striking blend of tradition and elegance, making them an ideal gift choice for couples, weddings, or anniversaries.

These beautiful chopsticks feature a deep oak lacquer finish with handles in vermilion red and black, wrapped in cloth for enhanced grip and durability in the areas most susceptible to wear.

Presented in a refined paulownia wood box, this pair of two chopstick sets is perfect for gifting or display. Isuke, with nearly 200 years of experience in Kyoto’s lacquerware tradition, is known for its exceptional craftsmanship.

Japanese Food Culture

7. Matcha Kit 

Our very own J Taste matcha starter kit brings the mindfulness of Japanese tea culture to your loved ones. Featuring premium ceremonial-grade organic Uji matcha powder, this kit is designed for both newcomers and seasoned tea lovers. 

It includes a handcrafted bamboo whisk (chasen) for perfect froth, a traditional bamboo ladle (chashaku) for precise scooping, and a beautiful Mino ware matcha bowl (chawan) in black and gold.

Perfect as a gift or a treat for yourself, this experience makes you want to savor every moment.

Elevate your homemade miso soup with the J Taste miso soup set. Perfect for miso soup lovers, this five-piece kit brings the rich, savory flavors of Japan straight to your kitchen. 

At the heart of this set is the Adachi naturally brewed organic miso paste, made from organic soybeans, rice, and Okinawan salt, free of additives and rare to find, even in Japan. 

The set also includes a Leye miso muddler and whisk, Daihoku dried vegetable and wakame seaweed mix, Miyamura Hana Fu flower-shaped wheat gluten, and Izuri additive-free kombu dashi, for endless variations of delicious, authentic miso soup.

Japanese Skincare

10. Viral Rice Face Mask

Wake up with a glowing face! Keana’s rice face mask makes an ideal gift for skincare enthusiasts, beauty lovers, or anyone curious about Japanese beauty secrets. It’s particularly suited for those looking to improve skin texture, minimize pores, and achieve a hydrated, youthful glow. 

Skin Aqua’s tone up UV essence is an ideal gift for those who appreciate multi-functional products that combine UV defense, hydration, and a natural glow, making it suitable for daily wear or outdoor activities. 

Its unique lavender tint brightens the complexion, making it a must-have for anyone who appreciates Japanese skincare and wants an easy-to-use formula that enhances their skin’s appearance and texture.

Biore’s new no-rub makeup remover makes a delightful gift for any makeup lover. Its gentle, formula effortlessly dissolves even pore-deep makeup, perfect for sensitive or dry-prone skin. 

With its cute, feminine packaging, it adds a touch of charm to any skincare routine, making it a thoughtful present that’s both practical and enjoyable. 

Other Gift-Worthy Options

Suehiro’s premium shoyu Japanese soy sauce gift set is a must-have for anyone who appreciates authentic Japanese flavors. Featuring three 100ml bottles of Suehiro’s finest shoyu varieties, this set includes Premium Saishikomi Shoyu, twice-brewed for a deep, rich taste; Premium Usukuchi shoyu, a light soy sauce that flavors dishes without darkening them; and Premium Smoked shoyu, naturally smoked for a fragrant, savory finish. 

Made in Tatsuno, Hyogo, home to over 130 years of shoyu brewing history, each bottle uses locally-sourced soybeans, wheat, and mountain water, bringing the essence of traditional Japanese soy sauce to any kitchen.

13. Starbucks Japan Origami Coffee Set

This Starbucks Japan origami drip coffee and mugs gift set includes two popular Japanese coffee blends, each offering a smooth, full-bodied profile with layered, nuanced flavors. 

Starbucks Origami drip coffee packets are designed to sit perfectly over your mug, delivering a rich, aromatic brew with ease with no special filters or equipment needed. Just unfold, pour hot water, and enjoy the freshly brewed aroma and flavor. 

Complete with two Starbucks Japan coffee mugs, this set is a coffee lover’s dream.

14. Bento Wrapping Cloth With Japanese Prints

Seiran’s furoshiki wrapping or bento cloth makes an ideal gift for anyone who appreciates traditional artistry, or meaningful, symbolic gifts. Its design of flying cranes, symbols of longevity, good fortune, and peace, makes it especially fitting for occasions like weddings, anniversaries, or milestone birthdays. 

This furoshiki is perfect for those who value sustainability and beauty in their everyday items, as it serves both as an elegant wrapping cloth and a reusable, versatile accessory.

15. Sophisticated Nail Clipper

Kiya’s gold plated nail clipper is a lovely gift for individuals with a keen eye for detail, such as grooming enthusiasts, fans of Japanese culture, or anyone who values practical elegance in their everyday items. 

With its high-quality design and stylish presentation, it’s also perfect as a thoughtful, upscale gift for the holidays, "just because," or as a unique, useful gift for professionals who appreciate refined accessories.

Which Gifts Caught Your Eye?

We hope our holiday gift guide has inspired you to find that perfect Japanese gift for everyone on your list! If you’d like recommendations or need help choosing, feel free to reach out, I’d be very happy to help you.

Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season around the world!