Department store in the Kansai area
Creating a store where people can feel comfortable and happy
What summer gift do you recommend?
Why do you choose it?
I give people the Ippodo Carafe, which comes in very handy in summer and features a delightful depiction of a historic Ippodo tea jar. I want them to enjoy how even its appearance has a cooling feel to it. They’ll be able to use it with One-Pot Teabags, too, to cold-brew Japanese tea.
How would you like them to enjoy it?
Simply placing a glass carafe full of cold Japanese tea on the dining table somehow seems to make you feel cooler. The Ippodo Carafe also looks very cute sitting in the door of the refrigerator. I want to give this carafe to friends who are always giving me delicious things, so they can use it as an accessory for enjoying summer.
Department store in the Kanto area
Supporting a fun shopping experience with a smile on my face
What summer gift do you recommend?
Why do you choose it?
These teabags offer both ease of use and authentic flavour. The set makes Japanese tea easy to enjoy in a wide variety of situations, whether you’re at home, at work, or travelling. Depending on how you feel or what you’re eating, you can choose to enjoy the mellow umami flavour of gyokuro or the refreshing, sweet, sharp taste of sencha, calming roasted aroma of hojicha.
How would you like them to enjoy it?
These teabags can be used as souvenirs from trips to Kyoto or other places in Japan or as little gifts to give out when visiting family back home during summer vacation. Each teabag is individually wrapped, so they are just right for handing out to groups at places like work and school.
Ippodo street-front store manager
Providing a pleasant experience, while prioritizing staying true to Ippodo
What summer gift do you recommend?
Matcha To-Go Packets (2g x 10 packets)
Why do you choose it?
Neither too big nor too small, this box of packets is just the right size, making it a great gift. The style of packaging is a good fit for people of all ages and suitable for a wide range of preferences.
How would you like them to enjoy it?
I can see how some people might be interested in matcha and want to try it, but hesitate because they don’t know how to prepare or enjoy it. These packets make preparing matcha easier, and allow greater convenience in how, when, and where to enjoy matcha. Sharing an easy way to enjoy matcha is a good way to express my gratitude to people who have been good to me.
