Shun Classic 8-inch chef's knife
A handcrafted chef's knife with a VG-MAX core.
Why we picked it: The best-known Japanese chef's knife line, and a safe first knife to give.
Listing: "handcrafted in Japan"
Looking for a Christmas gift with a story? These picks are made in Japan, and each card shows the line from its Amazon listing that says so. They range from a small mug to a Grand Seiko, so there is something for most budgets. Prices change often, so tap a button to see today's price on Amazon.
Kai Seki Magoroku Damascus santoku
A small 145 mm santoku with a Damascus blade.
Why we picked it: A small santoku from Seki that suits home cooks with smaller hands.
Listing: "Country of Manufacture: Japan"Iwachu iron tetsubin teapot, black
Cast iron teapot with a removable tea infuser.
Why we picked it: Cast iron teapots from Iwachu are a classic Japanese gift, and this one includes an infuser.
Listing: "Made in Japan"- Tea, cookware and tableware / Made in Japan
cores Kiki mug
A microwave-safe ceramic mug.
Why we picked it: A simple mug that is easy to use every day and safe in the microwave.
Listing: "Made in Japan" - Tea, cookware and tableware / Made in Japan
Reusable Japanese chopsticks, 2 pairs
A traditional chopstick set for the table.
Why we picked it: Two pairs, so it works as a small gift or a first set.
Listing: "Made in Japan" - Tea, cookware and tableware / Made in Japan
Otsuka Gyokuro green tea, 50 g
A shaded, sweet green tea for slow cups.
Why we picked it: Gyokuro is a shaded tea, and it makes a gentle, sweet gift for tea fans.
Listing: "Proudly produced in Japan" Pilot Custom 74 fountain pen
A classic Pilot pen with a fine nib.
Why we picked it: A well-known Pilot fountain pen, popular with people moving up from cheap pens.
Listing: "Country of Manufacture: Japan"Kuretake Zig Clean Color Real Brush, 36 colors
Brush-tip markers for drawing and lettering.
Why we picked it: A big set of brush markers, good for drawing or lettering gifts.
Listing: "Made in Japan"&Cotton Imabari bath towel set, mini
Quick-drying cotton towels from Imabari.
Why we picked it: Imabari is Japan's towel city, and a small set is an easy gift.
Listing: "Made in Japan"Zojirushi Hybrid water boiler and warmer
Keeps hot water ready for tea and coffee.
Why we picked it: Keeps water hot all day, handy for tea and coffee at home.
Listing: "Made in Japan"Seiko Presage Cocktail Time automatic
Blue sunray dial automatic from the Presage line.
Why we picked it: The blue dial is the reason people buy it, and we made a video about it.
Listing: "A Modern Icon - Made in Japan"Grand Seiko SBGA211 Snowflake Spring Drive
The white Snowflake dial, a Grand Seiko icon.
Why we picked it: The white Snowflake dial is the Grand Seiko most people picture first.
Grand Seiko makes all its watches in Japan- Knives and kitchen tools / Made in Japan
Yoshihiro VG10 hammered Damascus santoku
Why we picked it: A hammered Damascus pattern gives it a handmade look for a gift.
Listing: "Made in Japan" - Knives and kitchen tools / Made in Japan
Misono 8-inch chef's knife
Why we picked it: A Misono chef's knife with Japan stated as the country of origin.
Listing: "Country of Origin: Japan" - Knives and kitchen tools / Made in Japan
Shun Premier 8-inch chef's knife
Why we picked it: The Premier line is Shun's hand-hammered look, a step up from the Classic.
Listing: "handcrafted in Japan" - Knives and kitchen tools / Made in Japan
Shun Premier 4-piece steak knife set
Why we picked it: A set of four steak knives, handy as a wedding or housewarming gift.
Listing: "handcrafted in Japan" - Knives and kitchen tools / Made in Japan
Shapton Kuromaku whetstone, 1000 and 5000 grit
Why we picked it: A two-grit whetstone, the usual way to keep a Japanese knife sharp.
Listing: "Made in Japan" - Tea, cookware and tableware / Made in Japan
ITCHU-DO HAKEME Nambu tetsubin, 1000 ml
Why we picked it: A larger Nambu tetsubin for serving tea at the table.
Listing: "Origin: Made in Japan" - Tea, cookware and tableware / Made in Japan
Mino ware kyusu teapot with infuser, matte black
Why we picked it: A kyusu is the side-handle teapot Japanese tea is usually brewed in, and this one has an infuser.
Listing: "made in Japan" - Tea, cookware and tableware / Made in Japan
Asayu ceremonial grade matcha, 30 g
Why we picked it: A small 30 g tin of ceremonial grade matcha, easy to try or give.
Listing: "Made in Japan" - Tea, cookware and tableware / Made in Japan
Arita Imari ware rice bowl, 5.3 inch
Why we picked it: Arita is Japan's best-known porcelain region, so this works as a gift bowl.
Listing: "Made in Japan" - Tea, cookware and tableware / Made in Japan
JapanBargain 3-tier jubako box
Why we picked it: Stacked jubako boxes are traditionally used for New Year food.
Listing: "Made in Japan" - Tea, cookware and tableware / Made in Japan
Noto Hiba wood chopsticks
Why we picked it: Wood chopsticks with a Japanese wood named in the title.
Listing: "Made in Japan" - Tea, cookware and tableware / Made in Japan
Yoshikawa 26 cm stainless shabu-shabu pot
Why we picked it: A wide stainless pot for shabu-shabu, or any table-top hot pot meal.
Listing: "Made in Japan" - Home / Made in Japan
Y's factory tenugui towels
Why we picked it: Tenugui are thin Japanese cloths used as towels, and they are easy to wrap as gifts.
Listing: "Made in Japan" - Home / Made in Japan
Japan Imabari Tantoro wash towel set of 3
Why we picked it: A set of three wash towels from Imabari, enough to share or gift.
Listing: made in Imabari, Japan - Home / Made in Japan
Shizu sandalwood incense
Why we picked it: Sandalwood incense is a common Japanese gift, and it is made in Japan.
Listing: "Crafted in Japan" - Watches / Made in Japan
G-Shock GW-5000HS-1 Heritage digital watch
Why we picked it: A Heritage-line G-Shock in the classic square shape, a good casual gift.
Listing title: "Made in Japan"
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