19 July 2024

Enjoy the Summer Season: Introducing the Perfect Gift Ideas

Summer promises sun-kissed days, leisurely vacations, and cherished moments with loved ones. Whether it's a birthday, an anniversary, or just a special day, giving the perfect gift can make someone's summer even more special.

In the Kanto region, including Tokyo, a distinguished tradition known as ochugen is observed from early to mid-July. During this time, individuals extend their gratitude and express wishes for health to those who provide them with care by giving thoughtful gifts.

We have carefully selected items to ensure a comfortable experience during the summer season. Enjoy choosing Japanese gifts as ochugen for a cherished individual in your life.

Contents

• Gingado Aluminum Gourd-Shaped Ikebana Flower Vase
• Matsukan Sound of the Sea Shell Inlay Wakasa Lacquerware Set of Two Pairs of Chopsticks 23 cm (9.1 in) / 21 cm (8.3 in) with Chopstick Rests (Set of Two)
• Hirota Taisho Roman Edo Glass Tokusa Bowl
• Hozan Kiln Hidasuki Bizen Ware Wind Bell
• Midou Kiln Seigaiha Blue Wave Hasami Japanese Plate 9.4 in
• Yamanaka Lacquerware Round Japanese Soba Tray
• Hirota Chrysanthemum Edo Kiriko Glass Soba Choko Cup with Lid

Gingado Aluminum Gourd-Shaped Ikebana Flower Vase

This gourd-shaped aluminum ikebana vase has a silver-gray top decorated with ripple patterns, reminiscent of a Japanese garden. The sides are finished in textured matte black, creating a bold contrast. It comes with a kenzan, a metallic flower frog, making it easy for even beginners to skillfully arrange flowers by attaching them to its needles.

Arranging flowers and greenery has a calming and relaxing effect. Amid the summer heat, this vase will help create a soothing space.

Matsukan Sound of the Sea Shell Inlay Wakasa Lacquerware Set of Two Pairs of Chopsticks 23 cm (9.1 in) / 21 cm (8.3 in) with Chopstick Rests (Set of Two)

These lacquered chopsticks from Matsukan's Sound of the Sea series highlight the raden technique, embedding shimmering mother-of-pearl into their surface. The set includes chopstick rests shaped like seashell rakugan, a traditional Japanese confection.

These items evoke the essence of summer with their ocean-inspired design, making them especially fitting for the season. Encased in a paulownia box, these chopsticks make a magnificent gift for yourself or as a thoughtful gift for a special occasion, guaranteed to delight.

Hirota Taisho Roman Edo Glass Tokusa Bowl

This small glass bowl exudes the beauty of delicate craftsmanship. Adorned with milky-white stripes, it offers charm with understated elegance. Its pristine yet gentle shape provides versatility, making it ideal for any occasion that calls for a glass bowl, from serving seasonal fruits and salads to cereals.

The Taisho Roman series, available in a variety of patterns, is perfect for enhancing summer gatherings. Select a favorite design and enjoy presenting chosen delicacies.

Hozan Kiln Hidasuki Bizen Ware Wind Bell

This simple wind chime features a coin-shaped striker and delicate Echizen washi paper that sways in the breeze, producing a soft, gentle tune. Its light brown and scarlet color contrast, characteristic of the hidasuki style of Bizen ware, enhances its visual appeal. Doubling as stylish interior decor, each uniquely patterned piece is a distinct work of art.

In Japan, wind chimes are esteemed as quintessential symbols of summer, gracefully decorating homes and shops to offer relief from the heat. This item will bring a refreshing coolness and enrich the soul.

Midou Kiln Seigaiha Blue Wave Hasami Japanese Plate 9.4 in

This plate features a detailed seigaiha wave pattern across its entire surface, with edges trimmed to resemble flower petals. At its center, a golden depiction of Mount Fuji and cherry blossoms adds a charming touch, capturing the essence of Japanese scenery.

Brighten up the dining table with this plate featuring a wave design perfect for the summer season. Its aesthetic appeal also makes it enjoyable as an interior decoration, enhancing the beauty of any room.

Yamanaka Lacquerware Round Japanese Soba Tray

This round tray, featuring a removable bamboo strainer and lacquered finish, is ideal for serving cold soba noodles. Choose from three colors: black, brown, or vermilion, to match your dining room decor. When the strainer is removed, the tray can also be used to hold sake vessels, teacups, and small plates.

Summer invites a craving for cold noodles. This soba tray enables recipients to savor the ambiance of a traditional soba restaurant right at home, making each use special and memorable.

Hirota Chrysanthemum Edo Kiriko Glass Soba Choko Cup with Lid

This soba choko cup, crafted in the intricate Edo Kiriko style, is perfect for admirers of fine craftsmanship. It features a star-shaped chrysanthemum pattern with deeply etched petals, adding a striking three-dimensional effect to the design. This can be used not only as a soba choko cup but also as a rocks glass or as a container for yogurt or ice cream.

This red glass, evoking the vibrant energy of summer, lends elegance to the table setting and elevates the seasonal ambiance. This item is part of the Style Y2 International series, which features a variety of other glass designs. Be sure to check them out.

This summer, transform cherished moments into unforgettable experiences with the perfect gifts of appreciation. These thoughtful items are sure to turn the sweltering heat into a refreshingly delightful season.