Survival Japanese for Shopping
Since most shop clerks don't speak English, it's very useful to know a few sentences in Japanese to get what you want!
Flavors of Japan: 10 Unique Cafés in Kyoto!
Explore the culinary gems hidden away in Japan's former capital and try the unique cafés to experience a combination of traditional and modern flavors.
Explore Kyushu on a Sightseeing Train
There are many sightseeing trains in Kyushu, with a wide variety of entertaining events going on in the trains and around the stations. We'll show you how to have much more fun than just looking out the window!
Realistic Fake Food Bookmarks
If these bookmarks were any more real, you could eat them!
6 Fantastic Fuji-Inspired Papers & Textiles
Mount Fuji is the ultimate symbol of Japan—so who wouldn't want to own a few bits of awesome and useful Fuji stationery? Worry not, we've got the goods!
Take Home a Piece of Niigata
Savor the prefecture’s finest produce long after your trip is over!
Nothing Says Love Like a Self-Harvested Pearl
Pluck out your very own pearl from one of the famous pearl oysters of Mie. Then make an elegant accessory as a special souvenir of your time in Ise!
4 Best Spots for Cheap Souvenirs in Tokyo
Don't let Tokyo prices deter you from coming home with souvenirs—you just need to know where to look!
Pocket-Sized Tatami Mats
These ingenious products give a fresh spin on traditional Japanese flooring.
7 Prime Presents from the ¥100 Shop
These great items may only be ¥108 after tax, but your friends and family don't need to know that! And the quality's so good, they probably won't be able to tell!
47 Souvenirs from All 47 Prefectures!
Traveling around Japan but don't know what souvenir to buy from each region? We've got you covered with this crazy list of our Top 47 'omiyage' from each of the nation's 47 prefectures!
12 Best Places for Unique Souvenirs in Kyoto
Kyoto is one of the best places in Japan to buy authentic Japanese goods. Here's a handy list of some great Kyoto souvenirs and the best places to buy them!
Take a Dip in Some Ramen Bath Salts
You may want to refrain from using these yummy-smelling bath powders when you’re hungry!
How to Use 'Omiyage' in the Workplace
Effective 'omiyage' use can actually play a big part in getting ahead at work!
9 Can't-Miss Souvenirs from Tokyo Disneyland
If you have a chance to go to Tokyo Disneyland, you must check out these souvenirs. Don't forget to buy a gift for yourself too!
10 of the Best Gift Shops in Kyoto
Kyoto is a great city to look for souvenirs, but personally, we think these 10 shops in Kyoto take the cake when it comes to bringing back a bit of Japan back home with you.
13 Hot Souvenirs at New Chitose Airport
If you're looking to buy Hokkaido souvenirs, New Chitose Airport is your surefire stop!
Magical Cloth Reverts Back to Origami Shape
No matter how much you stretch out this piece of cloth, it always comes back into its original crane form. See how!
Take Home Historical Memories from Nara
Win friends and score brownie points with your family by giving them these souvenirs from Nara as gifts!
Light Up Paper Cities with the Stroke of a Pen
The special ink found in this pen conducts electricity, allowing you to draw circuits and create your own illuminated pop-up cities, houses or whatever else your creative mind can dream up!
