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The Etiquette of Gift Giving in Japan

How to Present Japanese Gifts You would think the act of gift giving would be universal. You go out and choose something that you know the other person will like...

The Etiquette of Gift Giving in Japan

How to Present Japanese Gifts You would think the act of gift giving would be universal. You go out and choose something that you know the other person will like...

japanese tableware

Japanese Tableware Traditions

The Art and Etiquette of Japanese Dining Japanese tableware traditions are centred around the food and are not just influenced by the type of meal to be consumed, but are...

Japanese Tableware Traditions

The Art and Etiquette of Japanese Dining Japanese tableware traditions are centred around the food and are not just influenced by the type of meal to be consumed, but are...

japanese knives

Why are Japanese Knives So Good?

Japanese knives are famed globally for their incredible strength and sharpness. Their superior design and construction have been perfected throughout Japan’s tradition and long history of knife making, making them...

Why are Japanese Knives So Good?

Japanese knives are famed globally for their incredible strength and sharpness. Their superior design and construction have been perfected throughout Japan’s tradition and long history of knife making, making them...

japanese kimono silk

Win a Silk Uchikake Kimono from The Japanese Shop!

We are giving away an authentic Uchikake Silk Wedding Kimono on our Facebook page! The unique kimono we are giving away, known as Uchikake, is one of the more formal...

Win a Silk Uchikake Kimono from The Japanese Shop!

We are giving away an authentic Uchikake Silk Wedding Kimono on our Facebook page! The unique kimono we are giving away, known as Uchikake, is one of the more formal...

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The History of Japanese Incense

A Brief History of Japanese Incense Incense is made from aromatic plant material, often combined with essential oils. Incense's name is derived from the Latin verb incendere, which means "to...

The History of Japanese Incense

A Brief History of Japanese Incense Incense is made from aromatic plant material, often combined with essential oils. Incense's name is derived from the Latin verb incendere, which means "to...

Nemaki Cotton Kimono

More New Stock In!

We have just received a top up stock of Calligraphy items and new Nemaki men’s and ladies Cotton Kimono as pictured below!

More New Stock In!

We have just received a top up stock of Calligraphy items and new Nemaki men’s and ladies Cotton Kimono as pictured below!