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Holiday Gift Guide 2023: The Best Gifts For People Who Love Japan
05.12.2023 - 15:55 / forbes.com
Japan is already primed and ready to be the hottest travel destination in 2024.
According to KAYAK’s 2024 Travel Trends Forecast, Tokyo and Osaka are not only topping the charts when it comes to searches year-over-year, but the country’s popularity has emerged as the fastest growing destination amongst millennial and Gen Z travelers according to data collected by American Express Travel.
Whether you have a trip to Japan in the books, or are dreaming of planning a visit one day soon, from the ultimate ramen tour in Tokyo to a Japanese snack subscription box, here are few of the best gift ideas to give the Japanophile in your life this holiday season.
This Stress Free Travel Set by Marie Kondo will be sure to spark joy this holiday season. Including a velvet eye mask, pink luggage tag and matching passport holder, the kit also comes with monogram stickers make this the perfect personalized gift for the Japanophile in your life.
On sale now, $30.
Partnering with 100+ year old family snack makers across Japan, Bokksu delivers a monthly subscription box of authentic Japanese sweets, treats, and teas right to your front door. Each carefully crafted and seasonally inspired snack bundle is a wonderful gift for anyone who loves Japan. As an added bonus, each purchase supports and celebrates the craftsmanship and traditions of Japanese family snack makers across the country.
Subscriptions start at $39.99
Japan tops the list of fastest-growing destinations in the new year according to Airbnb. Recently, the home sharing website launched a new Guest Favorites category on their website that features 2-million of the highest rated and most-loved homes based on ratings, reviews, and reliability. From a 200-year old ‘Hana House’ in Japans verdant Koshu Valley to a guest favorite room in the heart of Tokyo starting at $61 per night, this is a great gift idea for anyone looking for a unique place to stay on their next visit.
Airbnb gift cards can be purchased here .
Japan Rail Passes (commonly known as a JR Pass) increased in price by 70% in 2023. A must for anyone who plans on spending time traveling around Japan, you can purchase a Japan Rail Pass in 7, 14, or 21 day increments and that includes unlimited travel around Japan including rides on the famous Shinkansen Bullet Trains. Prices start at $343 USD for a standard 7 day pass, or $479 USD for a 7 day first class pass.
You can purchase Japan Rail Pass tickets here .
If your time in Japan is limited, or if you plan on covering a lot of distance, Japan Airlines (JAL) offers a Japan Explorer Passthat features domestic flights in and out of Haneda Airport and Narita Airport starting as low as $37 USD from Tokyo to Osaka.
You can find Explorer Pass tickets
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