Traveling to Japan? Here are the best Kawaii things from Japan to buy for your loved ones.
This simple word means cute, but there are tons of things associated with it. I range from "that is so cute" to "I need it right now" when I see a Kawaii product. It is impossible to look at Kawaii and say no to it. Do you feel the same way about it?
I have found some of the most lovable products for your home, office and kitchen and have listed them below. Find kawaii things like stationery, kitchen gadgets, toys for babies and kids, and other gifts as well!
| Best Kawaii Things From Japan To Buy | Best For |
| Shiba Inu Plush Pillow | Kids |
| Pink Sake Set | Sake lovers |
| Shiba Inu Kokeshi Doll | History buffs |
| Kawaii Diary | Girls |
| Kawaii Sticky Notes | Stationery buffs |
| Bento Box | Kids |
| Rice Bowl | Kids and adults |
| Chopstick and Chopstick Rest | Friends and Family |
| Bubble Umbrella | Friends and Family |
| Paper Clip Bottle | Home office |
| Condiment Containers | knick knacks or condiments for bento box |
| Fruit Dish Sponges | Washing dishes |
| Shiba Inu Pen Holder | Gifting |
| HWD Kawaii Flower Fairy Stuffed Soft Plush Toy Doll | Kids |
| Fusion Kawaii Wonderful Japanese Signature 12-pc Stationery Set | Stationery lovers |
Try saying no to them. I bet you can't, just like I couldn't. Let's get on to some cuteness now, shall we?
Cute Things To Buy From Japan
#1 -- Shiba Inu Plush Pillow - Super Cute Kawaii Gift
The first one on this list of best kawaii things from Japan to buy is the infamous Shiba Inu plush top!
The Shiba Inu Plush Pillow is so adorable you cannot take your eyes off it. It is soft, comfortable, and plush. It is also the perfect gift to give your loved ones.
I love to keep it on my work desk to instantly lighten my mood and make me happy before I set to work.
However, you can place this adorable pillow wherever you wish to. Whoever sets their eyes on it will instantly feel happiness creeping inside them.
#2 -- Pink Cat Sake Set - Best Thing To Buy From Kawaii Shop
Do you love Japan's most-loved beverage, Sake? Why drink it in boring cups when you can choose a cuter option?
The pink sake set is pink in color and has kawaii cat designs on it. It comes with a decanter and four cups, perfect for a family. Even if you are not a fan of Sake, you can use the set for other beverages of your choice. You can use the decanter to water your plants as well.
The cups can make cute pots for succulents. The smiling kawaii cat instantly makes you feel happy. How about getting a set for yourself or your loved ones?
The Sake set comes in an elegant gift box.
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#3 -- Shiba Inu Kokeshi Doll
The next on this list of best kawaii things from Japan to buy is the Shiba Inu doll.
Have you ever heard of the Japanese Kokeshi doll? These hand-painted dolls are great souvenirs. This handcrafted wooden kawaii Kokeshi doll will instantly brighten your mood.
This adorable Shiba Inu Kokeshi Doll, like every other Japanese doll, comes with a meaning. It has an Omamori in its hands, which is an amulet that brings good luck and fortune to the bearer.
Check out more traditional Japanese dolls like that one here!
#4 -- Kawaii Diary - Cute Stuff For Little Girls
Whether you want to write your daily tasks, collect your thoughts, mention your goals, or doodle, this kawaii diary is going to be there for you. If you have a little sister or someone you love, you can get this adorable diary for her.
The pink diary has about 80 grid pages, colored separator sheets, decorations (either heart or cloud), hanging pony and glass ball, embroidery sticks, pink clip, and wool ball bookmarks. With so many items, your little one will love decorating, and you will hardly see her without it.
The diary is a great way to inculcate the habit of writing and achieving tasks right from a young age. Let her decorate and write as she pleases in this kawaii diary.
#5 -- Kawaii Sticky Notes - Cheap Kawaii Souvenirs In Tokyo
The next one on this list of best kawaii things from Japan to buy are super cute sticky notes any stationery buff will LOVE!
Get over the traditional yellow or colored sticky notes and move on to this super kawaii potato sticky notes. You get four packs of different colors of the sticky notes. The four colors available are peach, green, yellow, and pink.
You can write your shopping list, reminders, things to do, and anything else you may want to write. The cuteness of the notes will make you smile each time you look at it.
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#6 -- Panda Bento Box - Adorable Kawaii Lunch Box
Who would not want to eat out of a cute panda lunch box? I would. This kawaii panda bento box will make your lunchtime enjoyable and fun.
The lunchbox has a kawaii panda with blushing cheeks and is compact and stylish. The bento box comes with a matching panda bento bag.
The lunch box is BPA free and microwave safe. The lid is detachable, and you can look at the cute face while eating your food.
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#7 -- Cat Design Rice Bowl -Cute Kawaii Gift To Give
The next one on this list of best kawaii things from Japan to buy are super cute rice bowls - if you're cat lover you're sure going to love this!
Satisfy your hunger cravings with this kawaii rice bowl. The set has two ceramic rice bowls with adorable smiling cats, both on the inside and outside. You will be able to see the cats smiling at you whether you store it upside down or the right side up.
If you follow the Japanese style of eating with your bowl in your hand, the cat's eyes will be level to yours. It seems like the cat is looking at you and smiling.
The bowls are microwave and dishwasher safe. You can also gift the set.
#8 -- Chopstick and Chopstick Rest
Chopsticks are an essential part of Japanese dining, but they do not have to be boring, do they? Not if we can help it. These five pairs of kawaii chopsticks have adorable kitty designs on them. The sustainable bamboo chopsticks have a light fragrance of bamboo and are BPA, PVC, and phthalates free.
If you are a beginner to using chopsticks, you can try this one. They have anti-skid properties, which makes sure you have a firm grip on them. You can wash it in a dishwasher, but make sure to keep it in a dry place after washing to prevent molds.
The chopstick rests in the shape of a cat is what makes this chopstick set so adorable. The dainty cats are a cute addition to your dining table decor. You can use them to rest your chopsticks, forks, spoons, and even knives.
#9 -- Bubble Umbrella - Cute Kawaii Gifts From Japan To Buy For Her
Yet another one of the best kawaii things from Japan to buy for cat lovers! A cat-themed bubble umbrella!
When the weather outside is gloomy, and raindrops are falling in big splatters, you can cheer up with this adorable transparent bubble umbrella. It has cute cat heads on two sides that make you awestruck.
#10 -- Cat Tail Paper Clip Bottle
Do you have paper clips lying in different parts of your drawers all over the house? I understand because I keep losing my paper clips, but later, find it in a place where I do not remember keeping it. How about taking a resolution to keep all our handy paper clips in one place?
The kawaii paper clip bottle is a glass jar with an adorable lid that has a kitty handle. It is this lid that makes it my favorite. The handle comes in the shape of a cat, with its tail hanging inside the jar.
You do not have to insert your hand to take out the clips inside. The tail has magnetic properties, which attracts the clips to it.
If you do not wish you use it for paper clips, you can store your hairpins as well.
#11 -- Mini Condiment Containers
The next one on this list of best kawaii things from Japan to buy are mini condiment containers that both kids and adults will love!
Got a bento box, but are looking for containers in which you can carry your condiments mess-free to lunch? I have a kawaii solution for you. You can try these four super-adorable condiment containers.
Each container holds a little less than one tablespoon, and you can use them to carry your thicker condiments, such as ketchup, peanut butter, salad dressing, and so on.
You can also use these containers to separate your pills, store your earrings and other jewelry items, and so on.
#12 -- Fruit Sponges
I hate doing the dishes, but I have to do it. Do you feel the same way? When we know we have to get the dishes done by the end of the day, why not add some cheer to it?
These kawaii dish sponges come as different fruits. Imagine what fun it would be to wash the dishes with sponges shaped like a lemon, watermelon, or grapes.
The scrubs have a double layer to make it durable and long-lasting. They are scratch-free and are suitable for all types of dishes, including chrome, stainless steel, glass, and crystal. The set comes with three pieces of random fruit-shaped sponges.
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#13 -- Shiba Inu Pen Holder - Cute Japanese Stationery
The next one on this list of best kawaii things from Japan to buy are super adorable pen holders!
I can never have enough pen and mechanical pencil holders. I always seem to be running out of them, and I find my pens at random places. However, I do not want a boring pen case for my stationery, and neither would you, right?
I love this silicone Kawaii Shiba Inu Pen Holder, which comes in six different animal designs. I love the black kitty-shaped and the pig-shaped case. You can transform the pen case to a pen stand by pressing the bottom down.
#14 -- HWD Kawaii Flower Fairy Stuffed Soft Plush Toy Doll
Get this super cute Kawaii doll for your little sister or niece. They’ll definitely love it! I got this one for my 6 year old niece and now it’s her favorite doll!
The super cool thing about this doll is that its accessories are detachable so my niece loves to play dress-up with this doll! The materials used on the doll is soft so it doesn’t hurt the kids as well!
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#15 -- Fusion Kawaii Wonderful Japanese Signature 12-pc Stationery Set
Even though I finished my schooling long, long ago - I’m still obsessed with kawaii stationery. I think I have a hoarding problem with stationery.
And also since I maintain a bullet journal, it’s fun to use all these stationery pens to make it my journal look a but interesting
I got this particular stationery Kawaii stationery bundle set from Fusion Kawaii store on Amazon.
And I haven’t looked back since! Cute scented erasers, kawaii pens and pencils, color pens, and what not! Even character stamps, memo pads, stickers - all of these and more are included in this set.
If you’re a stationery-obsessed-person like me then you’ll its definitely worth the buy!
I love Kawaii, and now that you have come to the end of this article, I am sure you have fallen in love with it too. The best kawaii things from Japan to buy listed here are adorable, and will instantly put a bright smile on your face.
If you are looking for a gift for your loved ones, try out any one of these options. I am sure they will bring a smile on their faces as well.
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