Japanese seated silken doll (KIMEKOMI NINGYO) in orange kimono with black display stand- donated from the collection of Hideko Uchiyama.

Japanese standing silken doll (KIMEKOMI NINGYO) in purple kimono with lantern accessories and black display stand- donated from the collection of Hideko Uchiyama.

Japanese standing silken dolls (KIMEKOMI NINGYO) in frame- donated from the collection of Hideko Uchiyama.

Japanese-style Clutch purse from Kyoto-based maker, Izawaya

History of Izawaya

Izawaya's history began in 1865, at the end of the Edo period, when the first-generation owner, Seibei, opened his shop in Gion, Kyoto, about 150 years ago.

In the Meiji period (1868-1912), Izawaya was the representative Japanese kimono accessory shop in Kyoto and its name became known throughout Japan. Izawaya has been in business during the development of Gion, with local women in Kyoto and kimono culture.

Even today, a great number of people from around Japan visit Izawaya in Gion, the largest Kagai (geiko & maiko district) in Kyoto. Since our main shop is located right across from the Minami-za Theatre where Kabuki was born, many Kabuki-related people are our long-term customers.

Izawaya provides beautiful accessories which are essential for kimono attire. Our accessories incorporate exquisite traditional works of Kyoto, such as Nishijin brocade and Kyoto Yuzen dyed textiles, in new and elegant designs inspired by the graceful culture of Kagai. Experience the exclusive "elegant refinement" that Izawaya can offer you from the heart of Kyoto.

Kimono-style clutch purse with mirror

Lacquer Ware case from Japanese-maker, Kyoohoo.
Item dimensions: 3 1/8 w x 2 3/8 l x 1 1/2 h

More about maker, Kyoohoo:
KYOOHOO (Kyo-fu), is comprised of more than ten companies, which represent various traditional goods and products of Kyoto, Japan.

Our products are highly respected in Japan for their level of beauty and quality. We now hope to introduce these items to the United States., as we believe that the products we have to offer are functional and useful not only in Japan, but also in the United States and other countries as well.

Lacquer Ware pocket mirror in "ume red" design from Japanese-maker, Kyoohoo.

More about maker, Kyoohoo:
KYOOHOO (Kyo-fu), is comprised of more than ten companies, which represent various traditional goods and products of Kyoto, Japan.

Our products are highly respected in Japan for their level of beauty and quality. We now hope to introduce these items to the United States., as we believe that the products we have to offer are functional and useful not only in Japan, but also in the United States and other countries as well.

Cute Japanese accessory tray with frog motif from Japan-based maker, Kyoohoo

Item details:
Size : W7.5 / D 6.5 / H 2.5 cm
Material : Rayon/Clamshell
Origin : Japan

More about maker, Kyoohoo:
KYOOHOO (Kyo-fu), is comprised of more than ten companies, which represent various traditional goods and products of Kyoto, Japan.

Our products are highly respected in Japan for their level of beauty and quality. We now hope to introduce these items to the United States., as we believe that the products we have to offer are functional and useful not only in Japan, but also in the United States and other countries as well.

Gold leaf-adorned lacquer box with bird motif from Kanazawa-based maker, Hakuichi.

About Hakuichi:
Hakuichi was born in Kanazawa where many traditional crafts remain in Japan.

We plan, manufacture, sell crafts, cosmetics, gold leaf etc. with gold foil as the axis. Recently, it is Japan's only gold leaf comprehensive manufacturer that is developing new styles in a wide range of fields such as architecture and interior.

Savor the feel of this corn stalk ash-glazed matchajawan from Pennsylvania potter Willi Singleton. Singleton uses locally-sourced clays and ash glazes to create his wood-fired ceramic pieces. This piece comes in its own Matsuda box.

Statement from the artist: "I was introduced to high temperature woodfiring during an apprenticeship in Tamba, Japan in 1982. The simplicity and power of the Tamba woodfired climbing kilns awed me. From that point on I have focused on firing with wood. After I left Tamba, I traveled extensively within Japan investigating possibilities of further study. I found an amazing variety within Japanese woodfired ceramics. I was eventually drawn to Mashiko where I learned how to throw on the kickwheel and participated in kiln building projects.

After two years in Mashiko I returned to the United States in 1987, to establish a pottery on family land in eastern Pennsylvania and built a four chamber climbing kiln. I have been working here by myself since 1990, but occasionally get some assistance from my family and the many friends that arrive to help me fire the kiln, three times a year. The newly rebuilt kiln and I have now survived thirty two firings."

For more information on Mr. Singleton's work, please visit willisingleton.com.

Fine Ume Blossom Lacquer Box includes authentic kiri wood holding case.

Men's formal tie & $300 gift card set, courtesy of J.Press.

Did you know that J. Press, an American classic, is wholly owned by Onward Kashiyama of Japan? J.Press carries products by Onward Kashiyama, offering items that combine original J. Press designs with Kashiyama craftsmanship, including custom-order blazers and other branded apparel.

When "Ametora" - an obsession with Ivy style, or "American traditional" style - swept Japan in the 1960s, J. Press became a coveted name among Tokyo's cognoscenti. Revered for its quality, service, and attention to detail, J. Press clothing featured prominently in the 1965 Japanese picture book Take Ivy and, in response to demand for its products in Japan, the company opened its first Tokyo store in the '70s: the same decade in which the novel Love Story coined the word "preppy" as a sobriquet for the privileged world of America's elite schools and universities.

$100 tea and tea ware gift basket set

Set includes: Signed D.C. United Hosei Kijima jersey & Four (4) Club tickets for a 2026 regular season match,
which includes all-you-can-eat food and drink (market value $200 each)! This is an amazing entertainment package for your customers and clients.

ANA is pleased offer the high-class experience of roundtrip business class air transportation for one (1) person from Dulles (IAD) Airport to Tokyo (Haneda) Airport and return.

Please note certificate details:

- Reservations must be ticketed at least fourteen (14) days prior to departure.
All travel must start no sooner than October 24, 2025 and must be completed no later than October 10, 2026.

Framed "Three wise men painting" by Japanese painter, Sadao Watanabe. (Original- not print)

About Sadao Watanabe

Japanese artist, Sadeo Watanabe (1913-1996) combined traditional Japanese print-making techniques with Christian iconography to create uniquely hybridized prints. As a devout Christian, Watanabe aimed to bring Christianity to Japan. He did so by depicting scenes from the Bible on large sheets of paper colored with natural dyes and pigments. His works were displayed at the Vatican and in Lyndon Johnson's White House, to name a few.

Sadao Watanabe's prints were created with the help of his wife. While she handmade paste and pigments, Watanabe created stencils using a sharp blade to cut outlines into specialty paper. Each print differed based on variations in the pigments, paper, or patterns. As an artist, Sadao Watanabe was thrilled by this element of surprise.

(Original -not print)
Dimensions: 28"h x 25"w

With the creation of their state-of-the-art Dassai Blue Sake Brewery in Hyde Park, New York, DASSAI Inc. can now craft sake using local, American resources and Japanese techniques. The natural qualities of Hudson Valley water and the careful polishing of the rice to 23% renders a new flagship junmai daiginjo that offers notes of pear, marshmallow and honeysuckle with a touch of minerality.

Includes (1) bottle of Dassai Blue Type 23, collectable wood box, bag, and manga outlining Dassai's history.

Seductive, blossoming and subtle, our Hibiki whisky range celebrates an unrivaled art of blending, fine craftsmanship and a sense of luxury from the House of Suntory.

Gold Medal Winner, International Spirits Challenge, 2025

Tasting Notes:
Color: Amber

Nose: Rose, lychee, hint of rosemary, mature woodiness, sandalwood

Palate: Honey-like sweetness, candied orange peel, white chocolate

Finish: Subtle, tender long finish, with hint of Mizunara (Japanese oak)

Don't miss your chase to grab these rare and limited sake offering from Kubota, official sake partner of this year's 39th Annual US-Japan Capital Gala!

About KUBOTA MANJYU ORIGINAL YEAST YX EDITION:
Junmai Daiginjo
Seasonal limited sake

An exquisite Kubota Manjyu achieved through painstaking attention to rice, polishing, and yeast. Delight in its multi-layered aroma and savor the rich flavor and velvety smooth texture of this tanrei-karakuchi sake.

Rice Polishing Ratio
40% for Koji & mash (Niigata-produced Gohyakumangoku rice)

Details:

Volume720ml
Alc.15%
Acidity Level1.7
Sake Meter Value (SMV)+2
Ideal serving temperature: 10-15Ã'Ã'°C

SOUJO KUBOTA SEPPOU
Junmai Daiginjo
Seasonal limited

Soujo Kubota Seppou is a refreshing tipple that balances sweetness and tartness with refreshing notes of muscat grapes and musk melon, as well as a hint of umami from rice.

Sake Details:

Rice Polishing Ratio
50% for Koji (Niigata-produced Gohyakumangoku rice) & 33% for mash (locally sourced Niigata rice)

Alc.14%
Acidity Level1.2
Sake Meter Value (SMV)+2
Ideal serving temperature: 10-20C

Special Sake Hosting Kit by Capital Sake

Set includes:

Magnum size/Isshobin MASUMI Shiro Junmai Ginjo sake

Special edition Tebori Tenugui (hand-dyed, designed by tebori tattoo artist)

Tokkuri and sake cups

iichiko Shochu of Oita Prefecture is "the native spirit of Japan" - a white spirit that's incredibly rich in flavor, yet smooth and easy to drink with food.

Enjoy sampling the full iichiko experience! Set includes 1 bottle of Iichiko Saiten + 2 bottles of Iichiko Silhouette.

Proper Sake is Tennessee's first craft sake brewery. After years of research, several training trips to Japan, and countless hours of experimentation, Proper Saké Company was founded in 2016. As Nashville's only sake brewery, it specializes in small-batch, unpasteurized, and unfiltered sake in a pre-modern Japanese style, as well as Japanese-style beers made with koji from Byron Stithem.​ Proper Sake is regarded among the top American brewers of sake.

Includes (2) bottles of Premium sake from sake maker Proper Sake- (1) bottle of Cloud Palace and (1) bottle of The Diplomat

Sake details:

The Diplomat - Yamahai Ginjo Sake

The Diplomat is a masterclass in rice-based diplomacy and fermentation tradecraft.

750ml : 16-18% ABV

Cloud Palace - Yamahai Nigori Sake

Cloud Palace is a place to go to in your mind and similarly in your glass.

750ml : 16-18% ABV

Enjoy the luxury of private dining by letting Chef Kato cater your next sushi dinner. Chef Kato will come to your home (or chosen venue) to prepare and serve a custom sushi dinner for four (4) people. Additional diners may be invited for $100 per person.

Dinner will include 2-3 appetizers, or 2 appetizers and 1 dessert. Specifics can be discussed with Chef Kato.

Certificate Details:

Offer is to be used ideally within 6 months. Specifics can be discussed with Chef Kato.
Please contact Chef Kato at katas.inc@gmail.com to reserve. Chef Kato requests about a month of notice prior to making reservation. Subject to flexibility based on arrangement. Date subject to availability.

Enjoy or give the unique experience of wearing traditional Japanese fashion, dressed by an expert! Uchiyama-sensei offers her one-on-one consultation and dressing service for (1) person.

Please note the terms of this offer:

Includes: Kimono dressing service for (1) person, & Kimono Hair styling.
Location: Within a 10-mile radius of Pentagon CIty, to be agreed with Uchiyama-sensei. Purchaser will cover any parking fee at meeting location. Outside a radius of ten miles, a transportation surcharge of $1 for every mile will be added.
Dresser: Hideko Rebh Uchiyama, JASWDC certified Kimono instructor
Reservation: One week before date/time
Preparation: Required items will be listed by dresser (missing items available for short-term rental).
Contact for reservations: Hideko Rebh Uchiyama, happyjapanindc@gmail.com

Vibrant blue Japanese pottery bowl, signed by maker- donated from William and Margaret Breer's collection of Japanese art.

Zenshoyaki- from Shiga-ken, Matcha Bowl made in Kagerou Zoen , in the Tankai Zeze style, with Gold Cedar and CHIMAKI. Complete with authentic, signed kiri wooden box.

More info:
Zensho-yaki emerged in the early 17th century near Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, where local clays and firing conditions created unique ceramic possibilities that captured the attention of Kyoto tea masters. The proximity to Japan's ancient capital ensured that Zensho ceramics developed under the direct influence of the nation's most sophisticated aesthetic arbiters, resulting in pieces that combined technical excellence with profound artistic sensitivity.

This tea bowl from the renowned Kagerou-en workshop represents one of Japan's most distinguished regional ceramic traditions, offering collectors a rare opportunity to acquire a piece that embodies over four centuries of unbroken artistic lineage.

Japanese ceramic decorative plate with Nishiki cotton rose hibiscus motif, donated from William and Margaret Breer's collection of Japanese art, includes authentic kiri wood holding case.

Bright and vibrant Japanese pottery bowl donated from William and Margaret Breer's collection of Japanese art, includes authentic kiri wood holding case.

Lacquor serving tray, donated from William and Margaret Breer's collection of Japanese art, includes authentic kiri wood holding case.

Hope behind your bar and delight your guests with a totally unique 100% Japanese negroni. This set includes (3) bottles to make the ONLY 100% Japanese negroni: (1) bottle Oka Gin, (1) bottle Japanese Scarlet, and (1) bottle Japanese Sweet Bermutto. Includes exclusive cocktail recipe.

Dinner for (2) TWO people at the Daikaiya Izakaya good for $125.00.

About DAIKAIYA:
Our Japanese tavern concept is located on the second floor of Daikaya. It features unique and creative small plates, a sushi menu, an extensive bar list, a rare Japanese whisky collection, happy hour deals, a live DJ on the weekends, and just cool vibes.

*Please note we do not offer the ramen menu at the Izakaya.

Dinner for (2) TWO people at Tonari DC. -$150.00 Certificate.

About TONARI:

Tonari is Daikaya Group's fifth location located in Chinatown next door to Daikaya. We're the first and only Wafu Italian restaurant in DC. Wafu, simply translated, means "Japanese Style", a term frequently used to express distinctive Japanese characteristics and tastes.

A BRIEF HISTORY OF WAFU ITALIAN CUISINE:
The popularity of Italian food in Japan started decades ago when they were first introduced to spaghetti noodles and red sauce from American-Italian GIs during the occupation. In 1953 a small restaurant in Tokyo named "Kabe no Ana" (Hole in the Wall) essentially became the unofficial pioneer of Wafu Italian cooking when they started to use Japanese ingredients in pasta dishes hoping to appeal to a wider audience. This niche culinary concept took off to meteoric heights in the 90s and is now served in thousands of eateries all over metropolitan Japan.

Framed "Meijiro" painting by Japanese artist, Yoshiyuki Nakano.

About Yoshiyuki Nakano:
1946 (Showa 21) - 2023 (Reiwa 5)
A Japanese painter born in Kyoto, who graduated from Tama Art University in Tokyo, where they were instructed by Matazo Kayama and Misao Yokoyama. They established a studio in Hakone and, as an honorary professor of Japanese painting at Tama Art University, also had a great influence on younger generations. Known for a bold and free-spirited personality, their work is characterized by a unique style, often depicting birds.

This voucher is good for a complimentary general visit experience for up to (4) FOUR guests, and grants entry to the mansion, gardens, greenhouse, and special exhibitions at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens.

* Please note, the voucher is not redeemable for festivals or special programs, such as lectures and workshops.
Voucher Expiration: 10/10/2026

Bird print on Japanese silken wall scroll, from Japanese artist 'Kouichi'. Donated from William and Margaret Breer's collection of Japanese art, includes authentic kiri wood holding case.

Fish on Japanese silken hanging wall scroll- donated from William and Margaret Breer's collection of Japanese art, includes authentic kiri wood holding case.

Set of (2) Wall scrolls from the period of (1780-1852), depicting "JuugoiTosaKoukou-shi - Junior Fifth Rank Tosa Mitsuko"- donated from William and Margaret Breer's collection of Japanese art, includes authentic kiri wood holding case.

Set of (4) white bowls

Made by Shudou(manufacturer)

Donated from William and Margaret Breer's collection of Japanese art, includes authentic kiri wood holding case.

Set of (4) white bowls

Made by Shudou(manufacturer)

Donated from William and Margaret Breer's collection of Japanese art, includes authentic kiri wood holding case.

Framed Limited Tanigawa Print (3/31) in black and white ink.

iichiko Shochu of Oita Prefecture is "the native spirit of Japan" - a white spirit that's incredibly rich in flavor, yet smooth and easy to drink with food.

Enjoy sampling the full iichiko experience! Set includes 1 bottle of Iichiko Saiten + 2 bottles of Iichiko Silhouette.

iichiko Shochu of Oita Prefecture is "the native spirit of Japan" - a white spirit that's incredibly rich in flavor, yet smooth and easy to drink with food.

Enjoy sampling the full iichiko experience! Set includes 1 bottle of Iichiko Saiten + 2 bottles of Iichiko Silhouette.

iichiko Shochu of Oita Prefecture is "the native spirit of Japan" - a white spirit that's incredibly rich in flavor, yet smooth and easy to drink with food.

Enjoy sampling the full iichiko experience! Set includes 1 bottle of Iichiko Saiten + 2 bottles of Iichiko Silhouette.

iichiko Shochu of Oita Prefecture is "the native spirit of Japan" - a white spirit that's incredibly rich in flavor, yet smooth and easy to drink with food.

Enjoy sampling the full iichiko experience! Set includes 1 bottle of Iichiko Saiten + 2 bottles of Iichiko Silhouette.

iichiko Shochu of Oita Prefecture is "the native spirit of Japan" - a white spirit that's incredibly rich in flavor, yet smooth and easy to drink with food.

Enjoy sampling the full iichiko experience! Set includes 1 bottle of Iichiko Saiten + 2 bottles of Iichiko Silhouette.