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Festive Shopping Event

Join us in the Shop this December for an exclusive evening of festive shopping and seasonal activities.

Visitors will have the chance to sample a range of Japanese tea and treats, get to know the character of Japanese whisky and sake through a mini masterclass and tastings, explore a sustainable approach to gift wrapping with furoshiki, and more.

Browse our curated product range, including a selection of hand-picked Christmas gift boxes, and receive a discount of 15% on any purchase made in-store or online during the event. Find out more about what we have in store below.

Learn How to Wrap Gifts with Furoshiki

Explore a sustainable approach to gift wrapping with furoshiki wrapping workshops led by Kakita Tomoko, the author of FUROSHIKI: And The Japanese Art Of Gift Wrapping.

Warm Yourself Up with Miso Soup

Take a break from the cold with tastings of warming miso soups from MISONOMI. The classic dish has been reimagined with original flavour harmonies.

Get to Know the Character of Japanese Whisky

Learn about Japanese whiskies with a mini masterclass from Nikka Whisky Distilling Co. and sample new blends from speciality brand Chichibu Distillery.

Sample Japanese Tea and Treats

Sample the limited edition kasutera and baumkuchen cakes from Japanese confectionery specialist Minamoto Kitchoan and taste the sweet notes of gyokuro – a shade-grown green tea.

Savour the Taste of Sake and Umeshu

Experience the flavours of sake and umeshu (plum liqueur) with tastings of ranges from Nizawa Sake Brewery, a producer from Miyagi Prefecture that specializes in pairing their products with food.


 Visitors receive 15% off on any purchase made in store and online between 16:00-20:00 on Thursday 12 December 2024. Please note that a Challenge 25 policy will operate during this event, and guests may be asked to show proof of age.

Please note that filming and/or photography may take place at this event. Photos and footage of the event may then be used to promote Japan House London, helping more people to discover what we offer. If you have any concerns, please contact us online or contact a member of the team on site.


Drop-in | Admission Free