If you are traveling to Japan and the city of Tokyo, don’t forget the tourist gifts and souvenirs and bring one of the beautiful handicrafts of Tokyo with you as a souvenir.
When it comes to shopping for souvenirs in Tokyo, there are many options to catch your eye; From colorful and glazed sweets and handmade ornaments to magnificent kimonos; In fact, when traveling to this city, it is impossible to leave empty-handed. However, if you are looking for souvenirs that remind you of the land of the sun and a symbol of Japan and its other cities, you can choose from options such as pins of the provinces of this country, three-dimensional wooden puzzles from the Sensoji temple, origami books and handmade kimono sneakers, perfume. Select Hotaro” and… These special gifts will make you remember your trip to Japan long after you return home.
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Tokyo pin or badge
Japan consists of 47 prefectures, and Tokyo is one of its famous and main cities. One of the attractive souvenirs of this country is called “Pin”, “Badge” or “Breastpin”, which was inspired by small and big cities to make them. These emblems are designed and made with the general shape of the cities on the map and using pastel colors. These badges will cost 1,100 Japanese yen each in 2024.
Photo source: Timeout.com website. Photographer: Unknown
Postcard of the old neighborhood of Yanaka
If you want to always remember the streets you visited in Tokyo’s Yanaka Old Quarter, you can buy a 3D Yanaka Old Quarter Postcard as a souvenir. This postcard shows a view of Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street in 1950. The area’s iconic Yuyake Dandan staircase, Yaoko greengrocer, Hatsune Kuji alley and cafes are part of this postcard. These postcards will be sold in 2024 as a set of four at a price of 1,200 Japanese yen.
Photo source: Timeout.com website. Photographer: Unknown
3D puzzle of Kaminarimon or Sensoji Temple
The 3D wooden puzzle “Kaminarimu” is another Japanese souvenir, which was inspired by Sensoji Temple. This puzzle consists of 64 wooden pieces and making it is not difficult and complicated. Sensoji Temple Puzzle has many children’s fans in addition to adults. You can make this puzzle and use it as part of your interior decoration. You will definitely remember your trip to Japan every time you watch it. The value of Kaminarimon 3D puzzle in 2024 is ¥5,280.
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Tokyo origami book
Origami is the art of folding paper without the intervention of any accessory, which is done with the aim of creating interesting designs with the help of geometric folds. This art is one of the famous and popular crafts of Japan, which today has its own fans in most parts of the world. The word “Origami” is derived from two words “Ori” meaning (to fold) and “Kami” meaning (paper). This book is considered one of the interesting souvenirs of Japan, which was designed and printed with the inspiration of the culture and symbols of this country and its important cities. With the help of the instructions and the beautiful papers of this book, you can make designs such as Tokyo Tower, Sumo Wrestler and part of Tsukiji Fish Market. The price of this book in 2024 is 1,320 Japanese yen.
Photo source: Timeout.com website. Photographer: Unknown
Manhole Doganzaka t-shirt
The Japanese have a special knack for turning even the most mundane things into a work of art. For example, we can mention the manhole designs (street sewer doors) that have become popular all over the country, especially in Tokyo. The use of these beautiful patterns by a person named “Yasutake Kameda” (former architect of the National Architecture Company of Japan) began in the 1980s, and the purpose of this work was to make the surface of manholes in the city more visual and attractive. . This idea and art were so attractive that many manufacturers used them to design their products. All kinds of clothes, bags, accessories are among these products. For example, most tourists buy “DOG-EN-SAKA” t-shirts as souvenirs for around ¥6,700.
Source of gallery photos: 1st to 3rd photo from Shibuya.hands.net website, 4th photo from Timeout.com website. Photographers: Unknown
Tokyo image mug
One of Arita’s china specialists, Kihara Tokyo, has designed a collection of stylish tableware that includes plates, cups and fridge magnets. This artist was inspired by the city of Tokyo to create this collection; So that most of these containers have 69 images related to historical events and places of interest in Tokyo such as the Sumo competition, Ueno Park, Tokyo Tower, and Mount Fuji. MT), “Tokyo Metropolitan Government” and “Tokyo Skytree” and… The plates of this collection are sold at the price of 1,760 yen to 4,070 yen, cups and mugs at the price of 2,200 yen, and all kinds of magnets at the price of 550 Japanese yen in the stores of this country.
Photo source: Store.e-kihara.co.jp website. Photographer: Unknown
Chopstick base and holder
Available in various designs and colors in the Japanese market, chopstick holders are among the most useful table essentials. One of the most beautiful bases belongs to a five-piece set with images of five iconic bridges of Japan such as “Rainbow Bridge”, “Nihonbashi Bridge”, “Azumabashi Bridge”, “Itai Bridge”. Eitai Bridge and Kachidoki Bridge are designed. This set has a value equal to 4,400 Japanese yen.
Photo source: Timeout.com website. Photographer: Unknown
Hachiko wooden bento boxes
Hachiko wooden bento boxes are one of the unique handicrafts of Japan and Akita Prefecture, which are made using one piece of bent wood. These boxes, which are used as food containers, are made of non-toxic and environmentally friendly natural wood. Wooden bento boxes can maintain the temperature of food for a long time by having the ability to absorb excess moisture. These dishes will be sold in stores in this country in 2024 at a price of 11,500 Japanese yen.
Photo source: Timeout.com website. Photographer: Unknown
Harajuku scented candles
Harajuku Street is located in the Shibuya district of Tokyo and is known as the center of Japanese fashion and youth culture, which is covered with small shops and cafes with unique themes and youth tastes. Harajuku Scented Candles are made with a blend of cherry blossom extract, hinoki (a type of ancient cypress wood), yuzu fruit (a type of citrus), musk, and an amber base blend to give you a unique scent. These candles are currently worth ¥7,370.
Photo source: Timeout.com website. Photographer: Unknown
Kimono sneakers
Tokyo kimono shoes, which are produced from the luxurious silk fabrics of old Japanese kimonos, have given life to these fabrics and turned them into beautiful and functional shoes. The remarkable thing about these shoes is that no two pairs are alike; Because the fabrics used in each of them are cut from different kimonos. Each pair of these underwear is sold for 44,000 Japanese yen.
Photo source: Timeout.com website. Photographer: Unknown
Tokyo subway map napkin
Cloth napkins in Japan have their own uses and fans. Sometimes they use them for giving gifts to each other and sometimes for souvenirs. Transportation themed napkins have recently gained a lot of fans, featuring a design of the Tokyo subway. These handkerchiefs are embroidered and available in two different versions. One shows the top museums of the city and the other shows the outstanding buildings and architectures of Tokyo. Tokyo subway map napkins can be purchased at a price of 550 yen.
Photo source: Timeout.com website. Photographer: Unknown
Hotaro perfume
Hotaro perfume is one of the products of the Japanese Yubune perfume company, which was inspired by the fireflies around the Meiji Jingu temple. With the combination of fennel, jasmine and lily of the valley, this fragrance takes on a soft woody scent reminiscent of the Zelkova trees in the streets of Omotesando, Tokyo. To buy Hotaro perfume in 2024, you have to pay 13,200 Japanese yen.
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Types of Tokyo Sarutahiko coffee
Sarutahiko is a specialty coffee shop in Tokyo that has several branches. This cafe, which is known for the quality of its roasted coffees, offers unique combinations of this drink to its fans. It is interesting to know that the coffee blends are different in different branches of this coffee shop; So, if you are a lover of this drink and other coffee products, visit its branches. The price of 100 grams of coffee at Sarutahiko coffee shop ranges from 980 yen to 1,450 yen.
Photo source: Timeout.com website. Photographer: Unknown
Lucky cat statue
Lucky cat statue or “Manekineko” is one of the souvenirs of Japan that are produced in seven different sizes and are a symbol of wealth. To get these lucky kittens, you need to go to Gotokuji Temple, or the Temple of Cats. The price of cat figurines starts from 500 Japanese yen.
Photo source: Timeout.com website. Photographer: Unknown
If you have had the experience of traveling to Japan and buying souvenirs, please share your opinion and experience with us and other Kojaro companions in the comments section of this article.
Frequently asked questions
What are the special souvenirs of Tokyo?
Some special Tokyo souvenirs are Sensoji Temple 3D Puzzle, Tokyo Origami Book, Dogenzaka Manhole T-shirt, Chopstick Stand and Holder, Hachiko Wooden Bento Boxes, Harajuku Scented Candles, Kimono Sneakers and Lucky Cat Statue.
What is an origami book?
The origami book was designed and printed with inspiration from the culture and symbols of this country and its important cities. With the help of the instructions and the beautiful papers of this book, you can make designs such as Tokyo Tower, Sumo Wrestler and part of Tsukiji Fish Market.
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