ICHIKO UNITEX CORPORATION launched a new brand by the name of 'rebolld' this month which will specialise in a range of hand-stitched miscellaneous products themed around baseball. The company name is a portmanteau of 'reborn,' 'ball,' and 'add value.'   For the brand's first collection of items, they are releasing a business card holder, binder, eco bag, daruma, and waving cat.

Business Card Holder | ¥7,500 (Tax Included) | Colours: Black, White

It has three pockets inside for storing away cards.The holder features a hand-stitched design all the way to the back.There's also a stylish black version.

Japanese company Maruhisa has released a new collection of Mother's Day gift items which will make for perfect relaxation presents to well-deserving mothers, whether you live with them or have been unable to meet with them for a long time.      

A collection of four items from Kyoto

The set includes three sweet treats from Kyoto as well as a premium face mask made by a Fushimi-based brewery.  

The Set at a Glance

 

Strawberry Flower Chocolate Cookies (Contains 6)

These chocolate cookies are a staple Kyoto souvenir. They're made by buckwheat producer Marutamachi Kawamichiya and are shaped to look like cute flowers. 

Matcha Strawberry Chocolate (3 Bags)

These matcha strawberry chocolates are made using authentic matcha from a tea shop in Kyoto. They're stuffed with whole freeze-dried strawberries which add a fruity tang.  

Chocolate Senbei Rice Cracker Bouquets (Contains 5)

A tasty delight made by Sekiseika, a maker of Japanese senbei rice crackers that has been around since 1922. This perfect bouquet is made with chocolate cream and topped with crushed almonds.  

Fushimi Bijin Premium Face Mask (Contains 1)

This face mask contains a range of plant-based ingredients such as junmaishu sake made without added alcohol or sugar and coconut water. The junmaishu is provided by Tsukinokatsura, one of the oldest Japanese breweries that was first established in 1675.   Have you bought your Mother's Day gift yet?

Sweets Maison has released a new collection of bath gift items perfect for those cold winter days.Sweets Maison is known for its patisserie showcase of dessert and sweets-inspired items. This time, they have whipped up a new collection of bath items that look and smell like the real thing from macaron bath bombs to chocolate bath salts and more.   The Line-Up (Prices Include Tax) 

Macaron Fizz Bath Gift - Left: Floral Mix / Right: Fruity Mix | ¥1,400

These bath bombs are made to look like macarons and come with two each of either the floral or fruity mix. Their sweet and gentle scents are perfect for indulging in for either yourself or someone special. 

Spoon Chocolate Fizz & Cafe Tea Bath Salt Set - Left: Candy Mix / Fruity Mix | ¥1,000

Enjoy soaking in some sweet-smelling bath salts that are contained inside cute pastel-coloured coffee cups. 

Cream Tart Fizz 3 Piece Set - Top: Sweet Mix / Bottom: Elegant Mix | ¥1,000

  A collection of cute and romantic bath fizzes made to look like colourful cream tarts. The Sweet Mix includes cherry mousse, berry tart, and fruity chiffon fragrances while the elegant mix picks are vanilla soufflé, tea sparkle, and pear jasmine scented. Treat your hardworking self or significant other to some well-deserved luxury bath time with Sweets Maison's new gift set collection.

Mother's Day is set to fall on May 10 in numerous countries around the world, including Japan. A lot of people are unable to return home in the current climate, so we've compiled a list of perfect gifts to send mothers this year.  

1: Japanese Candy Coloured Ink @ GINZA TSUTAYA BOOKS

This new collection of ink was made in collaboration with Kyoto-based stationery maker Tag Stationery. The array of colours are inspired by traditional Japanese wagashi confections from the Edo Period. They have a spring aesthetic to them and so are the perfect choice for writing a letter or card to your mother this Mother's Day.   GINZA TSUTAYA BOOKS "Edo Confection Ink" Release Date: May 1, 2020 T-SITE SHOPPING: https://bit.ly/2K5BET5  

2: SHIRO "Hand Freshener 80" Hand Mist

Japanese cosmetic brand SHIRO recently released its new “Hand Refreshing Series” of hand sanitisers that both clean and keep hands moisturised. Their new product Hand Refreshener 80 is a hand mist and comes in two fragrances: "Chakrasana," is an original blend of fresh orange, spicy cloves, and geraniums, and "Sabon" which has a fresh soapy smell.   Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/314729   SHIRO Hand Refreshing Series Official Website: https://shiro-shiro.jp/  

３：My Neighbor Totoro Mother’s Day Gift Set by Donguri Kyowakoku

The My Neighbor Totoro corn gift set is a hugely popular item sold in Japan for Mother’s Day and is now available again this year at Donguri Kyowakoku stores across Japan and on the Sora no Ue online shop. It's inspired by the corn that Mei picks for her hospitalised mother in the Studio Ghibli film My Neighbor Totoro. Wrapped inside is a lunch bag and handkerchief with illustrations of a lively Totoro and fresh vegetables.   Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/309219   Donguri Kyowakoku Branch List: http://benelic.com/donguri/list.php Donguri Kyowakoku Sora no Ue Online Shop: http://www.donguri-sora.com    

4: Ippukubox

For many of us, our time indoors has increased. The Ippukubox is a matcha making set which comes with everything you need to make authentic Japanese matcha at home. It comes with all the necessary gear for making matcha: a chawan cup, chasen tea whisk, chashaku teaspoon, and a natsume tea caddy for preserving your matcha. This is a great gift to treat your mother to so she can sit back and relax with a cup of hot matcha!   Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/316213   Ippukubox: https://o-takahashikogei.com  

5: ORBIS RELEASE By Touch Series

The new RELEASE By Touch series by ORBIS is a line of hair care items, including a shampoo that cares for both the hair and scalp. A perfect gift for maximum relaxation at home during bath time.   Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/318125   RELEASE By Touch Series Official Website: https://www.orbis.co.jp/    

6: The Number One Gift: Home Cafe

Since we can't go out and enjoy ourselves at a cafe during these times, why not bring the cafe experience indoors? If you're living at home with your mother, then why not treat her to a homemade dessert or drink? Check out the recipes below if you need some inspiration.   Stay Home: 5 Simple and Kawaii Fruit Sandwiches to Try Making During the LockdownStay Home: 6 Toast Arrangements to Bring the Cafe Experience to Your Home During the Lockdown   We pray for amazing Mother's Days for all mothers around the world on May 10, 2020.

It is already summer! As people return to their families in the countryside or embark on a special trip with friends, Tokyo station is just a thriving hive of busy bees. That is why today we will be introducing you to a variety of general souvenirs that you can buy at Tokyo Station and take to your friends and family.    Souvenirs for Visitors to Japan

Tokyo Station Hand Towel (SHARED TOKYO): ￥1,404 (after tax )    ※ GRANSTA-limited 

This hand towel is decorated with classic illustrations of Tokyo Station's reliefs and clematis flowers. The flowers portray the message: "happiness of travellers"

Furoshiki Patchin (SHARED TOKYO ) 1 set: ￥2,484 (after tax) 

This is a beautiful shaped piece of wood with four holes. When you wrap your bento lunch inside a cloth, this piece of wood comes in handy when tying the corners of the cloth together. In moments, you can turn a normal piece of cloth into a useful bag. When you are going on a trip and have lots of luggage, this will come in very handy.    Character-themed Souvenirs

Suica Penguin O-mikuji Fortunes (TRAINIART TOKYO): ￥594 each (after tax)

Perhaps you are familiar with the Suica card, which is a form of rechargeable contactless card used to pay for train fares in Japan. For fans of the adorable Suica Penguin, which is the mascot of the card, this gift is a must. Peel off the sticker on the bottom and a red string will be revealed. Pull the string and your fortune will be revealed to you!   Unusual Souvenirs

Stained Glass-Style Bookmark (Neue ): ￥1,188 (after tax) 

How about a luxurious stained glass-style book mark? This would make the perfect gift for any bookworm. Just having this would make you excited to get reading.   Bullet Train Souvenirs 

TOKYO STATION SOCKS (Happy Socks): ￥972 (children )/￥ 1,620 (prices after tax ) ※GRANSTA-limited 

The pop-coloured socks are perfect for pumping energy through any child's feet! There are also socks for adults which come in more mature colours which are easier to colour coordinate. These socks are easy to put on and are a great way to add a touch of cuteness to your look. 

Electric Pen: E6 Series Super Komachi Shinkansen /Electric Car Pen E5 Hayabusa (Neue): ￥648 (after tax)

 Tip the pen and the bullet train will zip to Tokyo Marunouchi Station. There's no doubt that train fans and children would love to get this present.    We hope this article helps you choose a souvenir on your next visit to Tokyo station.