Traditional Japanese Toys: 8 Fun and Cheap Retro Toys to Buy in Japan

Traditional Japanese toys make for surprisingly interesting (and cheap!) souvenirs of Japan. While Japanese children today entertain themselves on the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation, kids of past generations would play with beautifully crafted toys made of materials like wood, paper, and fabric that often demanded skill and practice. These include classics like “otedama” juggling balls, the “kendama” cup-and-ball, and “koma” spinning tops. In this article, we’ll introduce 8 delightful but cheap traditional Japanese toys that both kids and adults will adore!

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LEGO Set 21060 - Architecture Himeji Castle Celebrate the longevity and majestic beauty of one of Japan’s most revered buildings with this LEGO Architecture Himeji Castle display model (21060). Be transported to the city of Himeji without leaving home as you recreate authentic details such as the castle’s turrets, walkways and asymmetric walls in LEGO style. Lift off the top of the main building to view a simplified interpretation of the interior layout.

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Dimensions: 6-3/4”h x 8-0”w x 3-1/4”d, Niiyama, Tamio was a traditional Kokeshi craftsman who studied under two family master carvers (Niiyama San and

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