A stunning collection of authentic Japanese gifts, expertly sourced and curated with care since 1998!

  • Reflections on 25 Years in Business

    Reflections on 25 Years in Business

    When one of my colleagues suggested that I write a Blog Post looking back over running The Japanese Shop for 25 years, my first thought was wow, it’s certainly been...

    Reflections on 25 Years in Business

    When one of my colleagues suggested that I write a Blog Post looking back over running The Japanese Shop for 25 years, my first thought was wow, it’s certainly been...

  • Exploring Kamakura: Activities in a Historic Gem Under an Hour from Tokyo! 2

    Exploring Kamakura: Activities in a Historic Ge...

    Hi, this month blog post is another one about Kamakura. Hope you’ve read my previous blog post in August. This time, I would like to introduce you to the ‘Shyakyou’ experience...

    Exploring Kamakura: Activities in a Historic Ge...

    Hi, this month blog post is another one about Kamakura. Hope you’ve read my previous blog post in August. This time, I would like to introduce you to the ‘Shyakyou’ experience...

  • Top Tips for Travelling to Japan!

    Top Tips for Travelling to Japan!

    As I write this, I am planning another trip to Japan and am buzzing! Although I’m lucky enough to have been to Japan about a dozen times in the last...

    Top Tips for Travelling to Japan!

    As I write this, I am planning another trip to Japan and am buzzing! Although I’m lucky enough to have been to Japan about a dozen times in the last...

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  • Extraordinary!

    "Thank you so much for the fantastic gift, and the wonderful note you sent with it. Extraordinary ❤️❤️❤️ Warm wishes".
    Britannia
    31/10/2023

  • Care and Attention!

    "A big thank you to you for delivering my order with such care and attention to the packaging. It’s always a worry when you order such beautiful, delicate items online but I was so grateful. I absolutely love your products and will be sure to order again in the future."
    Jill
    27/10/2023

  • First Class!

    "I highly recommend shopping with the Japanese Shop. Their customer service is first class. Such personal and excellent customer service and makes for a really great experience. I will definitely be shopping again. Thank you!"
    Sally
    07/10/2023