Christmas Gift Guide: 5 Gift Ideas For Your Friend Who Loves Everything Japanese
It’s that time of the year again - and my favourite month of the year! Since traveling is on a hold this 2020, why not gift your friends and family a gift from Japan? We compiled a list of 5 different Japanese gift ideas (as well as where to get them) so that you don’t have to rack your brain! These are great for your friend or family member who loves anything Japanese!
*We have also managed to get some codes for you guys so scroll till the end - save as you shop!
1. Sake
To gift your friends, family or colleague who loves alcohol, Sake is never a bad idea. If you don’t know the basics of sake and need help on how to start, fret not - read our quick sake beginner guide for newbs and gain insights to the basics of sake! If not, you can get 3 readily available Festive Sake Bundles specially curated by the team at Sake Inn!
Priced affordably at below $100 - you may get them straight off their website and have them delivered at your doorstep!
Check out some of their Christmas Bundles/Specials below!
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*This promo code is not valid for all bundles, masu cup set and gift cards!
*Valid till 31st Dec 2020
2. Japanese Snacks For The Snack Munchies!
A good snack hamper/box never fails as a gift, at least for me. Japanese Snacks - savoury, sweet, unique — we love it all! Thinking of gifting your snack munchie? We recommend these super-valued Christmas hampers from Mogushop! The team at Mogushop has thoughtfully curated 3 Christmas Hampers priced at $60, $100 and $140 so you don’t have to rack your brain.
Gift a piece of Japan to your friends/family with their hampers and they’ll have it delivered just in time for Christmas from 14 December onwards!
They contain a selection of special Japanese mochi-s and biscuits - the ones typically bought in the atriums of Japanese supermarkets.
The team at Mogushop has built strong partnerships with Japanese and international suppliers - curating products across a wide variety of options and bringing you high quality Japanese-focused products at great prices.
Check out these interesting snacks!
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*No minimum spending required, valid till 31st Dec 2020.
Psst, also - stay tuned for an upcoming exciting giveaway with them!
3. Gift a Healthy Skin - For the beauty-holics!
Always wondered how to achieve Mochi Skin like the Japanese? Well — the folks at Bare Japan has the secret to all.
Bare Japan is a Singaporean based online store bringing you the best organic, professional and premium authentic Japanese skincare products straight from Tokyo.
Dedicated to offering premium, high-quality and innovative Japanese cosmetics at affordable prices to the world, Bare Japan carries a wide range of Japanese skin, hair and body care brands such as Superfood Lab, Dr. Select, White Ichigo and many more!
- because come on, we all love good, healthy, mochi-like skin.
Need more tips on Japanese Skincare? Read all about our Japanese Skincare Night Time Routine here! Alternatively, you can find some of their products stocked at Japanese Skincare, Level 3 at Takashimaya!
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4. Japanese Premium Fruits From 888seasons
If you haven’t read my first attempt at Japanese Premium Fruits - you may read it here, Gosh, the taste of these premium goodies left a great impression on me - especially those momos. While they’re not in season now, you may check out 888seasons for Japanese fruits that are in season! These are definitely perfect for gifting!
The variety of Japanese melons they offer! Refreshing, sweet and juicy!
Source: 888seasons
While the prices may be a little steep — rest assured you’re paying every cent for the quality. I’d get the surprise gift hamper - just to impress my future in-laws. This gift set includes a list of premium air-flown imported fresh fruits of the season. They will customise the gift set to include prized items e.g. Melons/ Grapes, including other seasonal fruits. Quality & Freshness Guaranteed. 100% worth it.
What’s even better? They’re also offering free delivery for all orders above $100 now! Shop away here!
5. A Pair Of Shades To Sashay The New Year
It’s been a whirlwind year of 2020. Unwind this crazy year and gift yourself/a friend a pair of shades to welcome the new year? You may grab these at a deal from a famous Japanese eyewear retailer, Paris Miki!
Promotion: They are currently offering a FREE lens with every purchase of branded eyewear!
Founded in 1930, the Japanese eyewear retailer traces its humble beginnings back to Himeji City, where it started off as a store engaged in the sale of various items including eyewear.. The Japanese value of “omotenashi”, which is to entertain guests wholeheartedly, has been the core value of their business.
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