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Japanese Gifts: Great Little Details for Everyone!

Are you interested in giving Japanese gifts? Many people love the Japanese culture and will be delighted with a present based on their traditions. For example, you could give a Kokeshi doll as a traditional Japanese gift, or you can give a Pinky Street to any anime fan. Most of the famous anime series like Neon Genesis Evangelion, Gundam and others have many figures available.

Besides giving a Japanese gift you could provide some background on the Japanese traditions that surround the act of giving a present. In Japan, the action of giving a present is not mere courtesy, but it is considered a social obligation in many situations. If you are given a gift, you have to give back another gift. Japan has a unique system full of rules that must be followed to ensure that the other person will not be offended.

Why Are You Giving Me This Gift?

Every Japanese gift has an intention behind. These are the most common reasons for giving a present:

Temiyage (Thank You Gift)

The Temiyage are really important gifts in Japan because gratitude should not only be expressed verbally but also with a thank you gift. Japanese dolls are great thank you present because they are also called friendship dolls, because it is a nice way to tell a loved one that you care. The Temiyage do not have to be expensive, it can be a simple detail.

Omiyage (Souvenir Gifts)

The omiyage are traditional Japanese gifts that are given when a person travels and comes back home. They are gifts bought from the native place. If you have the chance to travel to Japan, you could bring back home an original Japanese doll as an omiyage.

Oseibo and Ochugen (Bonus Gifts)

Twice a year, close friends, relatives and co-workers give a gift to each other. The first one given on June is called Ochugen, while the second one given on December is called Oseibo. Many people select these months because they receive a bonus during these periods.

Japanese Gifts: a Beautiful Tradition

The Japanese tradition of giving a present is so beautiful because it is not centered on the gift by itself, but rather on the art of giving it. For example, if you are going to give a Japanese gift do it with both hands, because this gesture suggests intimacy or sincerity toward the other person. You don’t have to give a luxurious gift to make someone happy. Give a Japanese gift to someone that cherishes the Japanese culture and you will certainly see a smile on their face.

About the Author

Kenichi loves Japanese dolls. Learn how to make a cute Japanese paper doll for free and fill your life with health and happiness. Get your free guide at his website: The Complete Japanese Dolls Guide. You can also learn about Kokeshi dolls, Japanese gifts, Momiji dolls and more of this Japanese art form.

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