The 10 Best Gift & Specialty Shops in Japan, Japan

Mokuhankan is a traditional woodblock print shop located in the famous district of Asakusa in Tokyo. You can find newly published prints as well as a wide selection of antique offerings. (We are currently closed due to the pandemic, and will reopen when general tourism returns to Japan.)

Tower Knives Osaka is a unique knife gallery / knife shop, located near Tsutenkaku Tower in Shinsekai, Osaka. We proudly carry a large range of selected knives crafted in Sakai, Osaka, and also from other Japanese regions. Come by to just view and learn more about Japanese knives, or select the knife that matches your needs, preferred design, and budget.

Enjoy Kimono makeover with our original luxury("Uchikake") style in our studio! All of our authentic Japanese kimonos are hand-selected by professional kimono makers and weaved from genuine silk. We also have Samurai style for men and kimonos for children. Our studio is located 1 minute walking distance from Meguro station, Tokyo. Digital images and prints are included in the plan. Let's enjoy your time in Japan here, we are looking forward to seeing you!

Ninja hands-on training in english and ninja items store in down town Kyoto. Original and unique training which ninja actually used to train in the distant past. You can learn ninja arts, techniques, wisdom, spirits and survival skill. Experience authentic, traditional, historical, educational and cultural ninja training with ninja clothes, ninja meditation, ninja walking ,shuriken(ninja stars), ninja sword, kunai(dagger) and other ninja weapons. We provide two level of lessons. Entry level (1-hour lesson / 8,500 JPY per person) is basic ninja training. Elementary level (2-hour lesson / 12,500 JPY per person) is based on the entry level lesson and additional 5 more techniques. Ninja training is good for Group, Couple, Solo, Kids, Family, Activity, Martial arts, Workout, Exercise, City, Indoor, Rain and All seasons. At the store like a museum there are various ninja arms, tools, clothes and items that you couldn't find at other places. Feel the ninja spirit!

At Kimono Photo Studio Wasabi, you can wear a beautiful, authentic kimono – and enjoy a unique experience, with photos to treasure forever. Our family-run, professional photography studio has vintage kimonos and traditional Japanese costumes for you to admire and try. Match the intricate patterns of your chosen kimono with makeup colours and geisha-style hair accessories. (We can bring in a hair and makeup artist if you’d prefer.) And we’ve got other props, too: parasols, a katana, and more. Your personalised shoot will be led by an experienced fashion photographer. Our team knows Japanese and English, so if there’s anything you need please just ask. Same-day printing means you get your photos straight away, with digital copies to share with friends and family.

Get your own handcraft with Raden and Makie! In our class, you can get hands on experience to make either a tray or a couple coasters. We hope you have a wonderful time to experience this beautiful japan art. We have an English-speaking instructor. You can book the class from our HP. Only 5 min from bamboo grove and 10 min from JR SAGA ARASHIYAMA St. Raden means handcrafts of lacquer ware with seashells and Makie means a traditional lacquer ware technique with gold powder to decorate.

Located diagonally across from Kabukiza in Ginza, Stock Plus can engrave your name into Japanese characters and create a senjafuda (“Japanese traditional lucky charm”) in only 15 minutes. We ranked No.1 Shopping in Tokyo （tripadvisor ）. And we ranked #12 for ”20 Souvenirs you should buy in Tokyo,” a list created by and for overseas visitors. Traditional Japanese travel good-luck charm, senjafuda,protects those on a trip & makes great souvenirs! Purchase our Senjafuda, You can wear Kimono and take photo free of charge. Sorry we are close 2/7〜11

Experience samurai armor dress up photos in Tokyo. Photo studio where you can experience the armor of SAMURAI in the Sengoku period. The studio needs a reservation. The armor of this studio is made in pure Japan. It's made in the same way as in the 16th century. Our dedicated staff will dress up and explain for you to have an armor experience. We also have many weapons such as swords and spears for photography. The staff will instruct posing good-looking SAMURAI. We are under the guidance of actor & choreographer "Tetsuro Shimaguchi" of Hollywood movie "Kill Bill". We will give you photos in print and data. If you wish, you can print photos on posters, mugs, etc. and receive them on the same day. We also give you a sword lesson. The staff at the studio is good at entertaining you! Let's go to "SAMURAI". If you are visiting on the day, please contact us by email or phone.

Located in Shinkyogoku Shopping District, Musubi Kyoto offers kimono, yukata, accessories like geta and traditional hair ornaments, snowglobes, and other Kyoto-related gifts and souvenirs.

Fuuka-Kimono is a Kyoto-based manufacturer of high-quality kimono, yukata, and jinbei, all made of washable polyester and available in many patterns for rent or to buy at reasonable prices.