60th Birthday/Longevity Celebrations

Choosing a gift

We've curated a collection of Japanese handicrafts perfect for celebrating milestones and bringing joy. From sake cups and lacquerware that can be personalized, to soft tinware, all featuring accents of red and purple. Celebrate with "good things" that will accompany them for years to come.

Crafts backed by traditional techniques gain more character with each passing year, deepening the sentiments of the giver as well.

Memo

Noshi and Mizuhiki

Red and white butterfly knot. For the "title" or "occasion" written on the envelope, use the name of the celebration, such as "祝還暦" (Congratulations on your 60th birthday) or "祝古希" (Congratulations on your 70th birthday). Examples of age milestones: 60th birthday (Kanreki), 70th birthday (Koki), 77th birthday (Kiju), 80th birthday (Sanju), 88th birthday (Beiju), 90th birthday (Sotsuju), 99th birthday (Hakuju), 100th birthday (Hyakuju).

Time of giving

Arrives 1-2 weeks before birthdays or celebrations.

Market benchmarks

For family and relatives, the amount can be a bit higher; for friends and colleagues, choose an amount that doesn't make them feel obliged.

NG/Caution

Avoid sets of unlucky numbers like 4 or 9, and it's best to avoid knives.

Crafts That Bring Joy

Lacquerware and dyed and woven accessories in red (for the 60th birthday) and purple (for the 70th to 77th birthdays), sake vessels with custom engraving, tin tumblers, and high-quality tea sets and wooden tableware.