When it comes to the classic gift for the New Year holidays, many people probably think of kelp.

Konbu is highly valued as a lucky charm, as its name sounds similar to the Japanese word for "yorokobu" (to be happy), and is an essential ingredient at celebratory occasions.

Okuikaiseido, a long-established kelp store founded in 1871 on the first floor of COREDO Muromachi 1, offers a wide range of gift sets made with high-quality kelp.

The original wrapping paper is made from Echizen washi paper, a traditional craft of Fukui, a commitment unique to Okuikaiseido which is based in Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture.

There are currently 14 different designs in the lineup, including Nihonbashi exclusive and seasonal designs. Each one is so cute that it will lift your spirits the moment you receive it.

Konbu Umami Gift (Oboro Konbu 50g, Tororo Konbu 50g, Nebaru Tororo 25g, Konbu + Ginger (Sachet) 120g, Konbu Umami Rice Seasoning 230g, Konbu Ame (Konbu Candy) 100g, Premium Salted Konbu 50g, Bonito Shigure 80g, Natto Konbu 50g, Kamikami Konbu 20g) 7,000 yen (tax included)

When you open the package, you'll find 10 different kelp products inside!

The "Kombu no Umami Gift," a popular gift for the year-end and New Year, is an assortment of products that allow you to enjoy the delicious flavor of konbu. The products are mainly ones that do not require special cooking and allow you to easily enjoy the deliciousness of konbu.

Many products have a shelf life of 3 months to 1 year from the date of manufacture, so they can be enjoyed little by little over a long period of time.

Of the wide variety of products, the most popular is "Oboro Konbu." It features beautiful patterns that are hand-carved piece by piece by Oboro Konbu artisans. It can be used in place of nori seaweed to wrap around rice balls, or topped on udon noodles or miso soup, making it a great addition to your everyday meals.

"Natto Konbu" is made from sticky konbu, which is perfect for Matsumae pickles and vinegared dishes. It is also delicious when combined with sticky ingredients such as natto and okra.

"Superb Salted Konbu" is made by cooking only the thickest cubes of konbu from southern Hokkaido. It is a rare delicacy that you won't find anywhere else.

Our gift sets, packed with a wide variety of other products, can be delivered nationwide with free shipping! You can get auspicious items that are perfect as gifts for your loved ones at a great price.

HAKUZA NIHONBASHI located on the first floor of COREDO Muromachi 1, has its roots in Kanazawa and continues to pass on the culture of "leaf" to the present day. The recommended gift is the eye-catching "Golden Olive Oil."

The stylish packaging, with a black box and shining gold mizuhiki string, makes it the perfect stylish gift!

Golden Olive Oil (91.6g) 3,780 yen (tax included)

When you open the box, you'll find olive oil in a clear glass bottle with gold leaf!

Puglia, the region that makes up the heel of Italy's boot, is known as the largest olive oil producing region in Italy. This special olive oil was created in collaboration with RA GU SO, a producer in the region that has been producing the highest quality olive oil for over 100 years.

This premium extra virgin olive oil has an extremely low acidity of just 0.2%. It's smooth and light, almost like juice, so you can drink it!

It can be used raw on BAQET, in salads or carpaccio, or drizzled on top of dishes to bring out the delicious flavors of a variety of dishes.

It has a mild, non-bitter taste, making it perfect for use in a wide range of dishes, from Japanese to Western cuisine, including sweets! The sparkle of the gold leaf adds a touch of elegance to your special New Year's dinner table.

Hakkaisan Sennen Kojiya, located on the first floor of COREDO Muromachi 2, offers the entire lineup of Hakkaisan sake from Minamiuonuma, Niigata, as well as a wide variety of food products themed around rice, koji, and fermentation.

A special gift that can only be purchased here is the "Daiginjo Sake no Mi Baumkuchen." The stylish packaging exudes a Japanese atmosphere and matches a wide range of occasions, from casual to formal.

Daiginjo Sake Baumkuchen 3,393 yen (tax included)

When you open the lid, you'll see a large Baumkuchen. It's big enough to share with 5-6 people!

The dough is made with a generous amount of Nasu's royal eggs and fresh butter, and is baked with the "sake no mi" (sake lees) from Hakkaisan Daiginjo sake kneaded into it. However, the alcohol has evaporated, so it can be enjoyed by people who don't like alcohol and children alike.

When you put it in your mouth, it has a soft and moist texture, and the subtle flavor of sake wafts through your nose. If you warm it up a little in the microwave, you can enjoy an even richer flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

It pairs perfectly with coffee or tea, but some people also enjoy it with alcohol.

It has a shelf life of about two weeks and can be delivered. It is a popular item with many repeat customers, and is priced at a level that makes it suitable for year-end gifts and souvenirs.

KAYANOYA, a bustling shop on the first floor of COREDO Muromachi 3, has one of its most popular assortments of products, the "Winter Limited Dashi Gift."

The packaging is a limited edition winter design, featuring a snowflake on the "Enso" mark, which represents the wish for connections to be made.

Winter limited edition dashi gift (18 bags of KAYANOYA and 16 bags of vegetable dashi) 3,400 yen (tax included)

"KAYANOYA" is a versatile Japanese-style dashi that brings out the umami flavor of domestically produced grilled flying fish, bonito flakes, round herring, and kelp. It will elevate everyday dishes such as miso soup and simmered dishes.

"Vegetable Stock" is a consommé-style stock for Western cuisine. It does not contain meat, but instead combines domestically grown onions, garlic, carrots, celery, and cabbage to bring out its rich flavor. It is highly versatile and can be used in a wide range of Western dishes at home, such as pot-au-feu, soups, hamburgers, and curries.

You can boil it in the pack to make soup stock, or tear open the bag and use it as a seasoning. A recipe book is also included, so even if you're new to KAYANOYA, you can rest assured!

The "Winter Limited Edition Dashi Gift" is priced at around 3,000 yen and is perfect for year-end gifts or as a souvenir. Give a comforting gift of deliciousness in the winter when you miss hot pot dishes and simmered dishes.

Why not give someone a cup of spicy chai to warm both body and soul during the cold New Year's holiday season?

Located on the second floor of COREDO Muromachi 3, the chai and tea cafe "uRn.chAi&TeA uRn.chAi&TeA also has Shops selling chai and tea that you can easily enjoy at home, and also offers a variety of gifts.

Our recommended gift this time is this small item. When you open the original wrapping paper with the shop name uRn. (a jar design)...

uRn. Home Chai Set 1,800 yen (tax included)

Inside was the "uRn. Home Chai Set," an assortment of tea leaves and spices used in the original chai served at the shop.

In addition to Uva and Assam tea leaves, it is a balanced blend of six spices: cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, cardamom, cloves, and coriander seeds.

All you need is water, milk, and sugar to make about 10 cups of chai.

You can extract the spices more thoroughly by crushing them in a mortar and pestle, but if you don't have a mortar and pestle at home, you can just boil them! Just boil them with tea leaves, add milk and sugar, and your homemade chai is ready.

The size and price are reasonable, making it the perfect small gift. Not only is it delicious, but the experience of actually making it also makes it a wonderful gift.

Click here for the special page on year-end and winter gifts