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Since 1948, Japan has celebrated Culture Day, or Bunka No Hi, on November 3. This national holiday is held to honor the nation’s cultural traditions, from its art history to its academic accomplishments. In order to commemorate this special day, we’ve put together a list of creative products inspired by Japanese design.
There’s something for every Japanophile in this treasure trove of gifts. If you have a taste for the country’s cuisine, you’re sure to enjoy the sushi socks and Mount Fuji chopstick rests. If you’re looking for lucky presents, the crane ring and the Daruma Card are bound to make all your wishes come true. And, if you simply want to celebrate with a friend, you’ll love having the Totoro planter as your new neighbor.
Have a happy Culture Day this November with these fun and festive goodies.
These charming Japanese gifts make celebrating Culture Day even more enjoyable.
Hand-Dyed Shibori Robe
UncommonGoods | $68
Origami Vase
Minimum Design | $47.15
“The Great Wave off Kanagawa” Tote Bag
LOQI | $14.95
Sake Making Kit
UncommonGoods | $60
DIY Mochi Ice Cream Kit
Carley Sheehy | $34
Cherry Blossom Necklace
Botania Jewelry | $40.26+
Totoro Planter
Little Printings | $19.23
Taiyaki Tea Infuser Mug
DOIY | $20
Kintsugi Bowl
KanelaSuri | $90.68
Koi Fish Stamp
BloodyNose | $2.36
Lucky Daruma Card
mistprint | $5
Matcha Soap
Schontia | $5.90
Sushi Making Kit
UncommonGoods | $29
Mount Fuji Chopstick Rest
Tsukumogami | $12.09
Crane Ring Set
Mary Lou | $107
Yayoi Kusama Kokeshi Doll
Sketch.Inc | $55.95
Sushi Socks
SushiSocksBox | $9.67
Japanese Flash Cards
Travelflips | $16.95
Custom Japanese Name Stamp
Talk to the Sun | $25+
Japanese Flower Pencils
TRINUS | $22
Cherry Blossom Embroidery Kit
Oh Sew Bootiful | $27.50
Origami Necklace
Sue Beatrice | $72
Teacup Set
Odaka | $140
Origami Mobile
mademoiselleorigami | $78.59+
Bonsai Kit
GARDEN REPUBLIC | $36.90
This article has been edited and updated.
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