Depending on where you go in Japan, the country can feel like an ancient mystery or a modern wonder. From the temples nestled along Mount Fuji to the bustling city of Tokyo, Japan’s history and traditions can be found proudly displayed everywhere. Japan is a beautiful mix of traditional and modern innovation, and you’ll find a wide variety of gifts are appreciated in Japan.
Even business gifts can be somewhat relaxed when compared to other countries. What is important to them is a show of respect and appreciation, and simply the act of giving a gift goes a long way toward showing this. From elegant thank-you gifts to stunning care packages, you’ll find our catalog of gifts to Japan is full of everything you need to surprise the important people in your life. If you’re looking for some in-depth ideas, occasions, and customs celebrated in this stunning country, stay tuned. Below you’ll find a list of some of the more popular holidays, as well as some tips on making sure your gift is sure to impress!
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Finding a reason to send a gift basket to Japan is actually quite easy. There are so many holidays and reasons to surprise your loved ones, you’d almost have to work to find a reason to NOT send a gift. Of course, it’s always good to have an idea of the best gifts to send to Japan and when to send them. Below you’ll find some of the most popular holidays in Japan.
What Unique Holiday Traditions in Japan Should I Know About?
Japan is a country built on tradition, honor, and respect. This deep need to honor and respect not only their past, but their future, and the land around them has led to a list of holidays that can feel difficult to keep up with. If you take a look at the full holiday calendar in Japan you’ll find that most days you have a reason to celebrate or get ready to celebrate something. Below you’ll find 3 of the holidays that our team has fallen in love with, but you should absolutely look for more! These three are great examples of when you can send a little something to someone you love in Japan.
Keiro No Hi — Respect for the Aged Day is a holiday that is pretty self-explanatory. Celebrated the third Monday in September, this is a day to celebrate the elderly people in the community and honor them for everything they have done and continue to do for those around them. This is a great time to call grandparents, mentors, former teachers, and so on and send them a token of your appreciation.
Bunka No Hi — Culture Day is celebrated on November 3rd and is a day to promote local culture and customs. On this day, schools and government select people who have shown great cultural achievement and provide them with awards.
Kinro Kansha No Hi — Labor Thanksgiving Day is celebrated on November 23rd and now commemorates and honors workers in public fields such as police officers, firefighters, hospital staff, and others in the labor sector that work to keep Japan’s infrastructure running and their people safe. Children in schools make cards to send to these individuals, and it is common to see others hand them small tokens of thanks and appreciation.
How Are Birthdays Celebrated in Japan?
Celebrating individual birthdays in Japan is actually relatively recent, an idea they only adopted in the 1950s. Before that, it was common practice to celebrate everyone’s birthday on New Year’s Day, as this was when it was traditionally acknowledged that everyone got older. This can mean that for the older generation, or those who live a more traditional lifestyle, a New Year’s gift is actually more appropriate than sending a gift on their birthday.
However, for many, sending a small birthday gift is appreciated, but most just try to get together on their birthday, using it as a day to catch up with friends and family they may not often see due to busy schedules. If you’re unable to get together, this is a great time to send a gift to let them know you’re thinking of them.
Are There Special Rules for Sending Business Gifts to Japan?
Sending a business gift to Japan is actually a joy to navigate. While there are a few little customs to be aware of, any gift is typically received with great joy and grace. Just the personal touch is enough to make most business professionals pleased. However, if you want to go above and beyond, there are a few things to note.
First, if you are visiting in person, be prepared to be shown a good deal of hospitality and shown around the town. While gifts aren’t expected, it’s good form to have something unique from your home city or business to present them. Keep in mind that the presentation of gifts can be just as important as the gift themselves. Taking the time and care to wrap the gift in a clean and beautiful way shows thoughtfulness and attention to detail that does not go unnoticed.
It is also good form to include the company, or the department, as a whole in on the gift. Teamwork is highly valued in Japan, and because of this, it is important to thank everyone in the business even if you do not work with them personally. Sending a gourmet basket meant to be shared is a great way to do this, and addressing it to your recipient AND team will see to it that they know the gift is meant to be shared.
What Are the Best Romantic Gifts in Japan?
The best romantic gifts in Japan include sweets! Bonus points for making them yourself, but store-bought is just fine. Keep in mind that some romantic dates are a little different in Japan. Valentine’s Day, for instance, is traditionally a time for women to surprise men with gifts. If you are a man wanting to surprise a Japanese woman, try surprising her on March 14th, White Day, instead.
How to Write the Address for Delivery to Japan
Writing an address for delivery to Japan can feel tricky to navigate. You may notice that the information is in a different order depending on if you write the address in Japanese or use Roman characters. For our example, we’ll use Roman characters, but know that if you write the address in Japanese, the order of this information should be reversed.
Recipient name
Name of the building and room number (if applicable)
House number, street, and town or village
City, and prefecture/state/province
Postal code and country
An example of a home address in Japan would look something like this:
Haru Tanaka
230-1202 Mawarime
Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
101-8656 Japan
Other Gift-Giving Etiquette You Should Know
The best days for business gifts are January 1st and July 15, as they commemorate the New Year and Mid Year, respectively.
Unlike many other countries, extravagant business gifts are not seen as bribes.
Always present your gift with both hands if doing so in person.
Avoid brightly colored wrapping paper and bows.
Flower bouquets are an amazing gift; just remember to give an uneven number.
White Flowers and potted plants should be avoided. Do not send bouquets with Lilies, Lotus Blossoms, or Camellias, as these are associated with funerals.
Gifts with quantities of 4 or 9 are considered unlucky.
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