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Dutch Wasabi Gift Guide
Looking for the perfect gift?
Whether you're looking for something for a true foodie, a sushi lover, a Japan fan, a culinary adventurer or someone you just want to surprise - we'd like to help you get started! In this gift guide you will find original, surprising and tasty gifts that are guaranteed to make you smile. Prices are listed so you can easily choose what fits your budget.
1. Matcha - complete sets or individual varieties, from €16.50
Matcha is the gift for tea lovers and latte fans. Our matcha comes from Shizuoka, Japan, is from first pick and, of course, 100% genuine Japanese tencha. Our matcha has a wonderful balance of smooth and rich flavor, with a deep umami, natural sweetness and a fine light bitterness. Our tool sets (with or without powder included) are a perfect gift for someone eager to start making matcha at home; all the essentials to get started right away. All tools are made in Japan and have a quiet, timeless design. The powder can also be purchased separately.
2. Suship packages - Luxury DIY sets, from €54.21
Want to surprise someone who loves to be in the kitchen? Our sushi boxes are the ultimate gift set for any sushi lover or passionate home cook. These boxes allow you to make amazing, restaurant-worthy sushi at home - complete with top-quality rice, nori, vinegar, soy sauce and a rolling mat. You can choose from two varieties: with or without fresh wasabi (+tools) from our own greenhouse. So you're not just giving ingredients as a gift, but a complete culinary experience that someone can really get started with.
3. Dutch Wasabi gift pack - with fresh, real wasabi from our own greenhouse, from €39.95
For those who really want to give something special: the Dutch Wasabi gift pack. This beautiful package contains our home-grown real, fresh wasabi; our signature product of which we are immensely proud! Along with a stainless steel wasabi and ginger grater and bamboo brush - everything you need to prepare wasabi the authentic Japanese way. You can choose from two variants, with an additional option of soy sauce brewed in Rotterdam by Tomasu. Beautiful products from close by, in other words. A unique, artisanal gift that makes an impression.
4. Dinnerware sets - sushi, chopsticks and sake, from €11.95
Japanese dinnerware is always a hit: stylish, timeless and perfect for adding a touch of Japan to the dining table. Ideal for cozy evenings at home, making them extra special. With prices starting at €11.95, there is a great choice for every budget. The perfect gift for those who love functional design with a touch of Japan. In addition, we have a brand new set: sushi sakura dinnerware, with beautiful Japanese cherry blossom design.
5. A nice bottle of sake, from €16.95
Choose a special bottle of sake from our wide selection - perfect as a sophisticated and surprising gift. Need help choosing? If you want something really special, we recommend the Jabara Sake: a unique fruit sake (fruit liqueur) made from the Jabara citrus, harvested only in one small village in Japan. Prefer something more familiar? Then Ice Breaker is a fantastic choice. This sake is wildly popular in Japan.
You'll find more information about each specific sake on the product pages. There is plenty of variety: dry, fruity, fresh, sweet, sour, you name it. The fruit sakes (with yuzu or mandarin, for example) are especially accessible: usually deliciously sweet and ideal for people who don't like too strong a taste of alcohol. Moreover, you can mix them excellently in a spritz or cocktail.
6. Tomasu - artisanal Rotterdam Asian products, v.a. €12.50
Tomasu brews their own soy sauce in Rotterdam - completely artisanal, using locally grown soybeans as well as their own fermented ingredients. We have their wonderful products in our assortment, all perfect for gifting. Go for one of their special soy sauces, the unique sambal or the surprising soy salt; a truly tasty gift. Our recommendation? The limited Sweet Spicy Soy Sauce: brewed with home-grown Madam Jeanette peppers and perfect for those who love a sweet-spicy kick. A gift you can really make someone very happy.
7. Accessible but surprisingly special tasters, from €7.50
Want to give a gift that is accessible to everyone, yet just a little bit different? Then these Japanese condiments are a hit. Think of the yakiniku BBQ sauces: rich, umami-intensive and simple and instant for grilled meats, vegetables or quick weekday dishes. Or try the award-winning and beautiful negi-oil, made with Japanese spring onion/ leek (negi), which gives every dish a delicious garlicky deep flavor. From ramen and fried rice to salads and dips. Our sakura-smoked sweet rice vinegar is also a wonderful choice: delicate, delicately sour, slightly sweet and with a hint of smoke that makes any dressing, marinade or sushi creative and unique. These are products that anyone can use, regardless of cooking level, yet give that surprising “wow effect” once tasted. They effortlessly add Japanese depth to everyday dishes without being complicated.
8. A beautiful Japanese chef's knife or whetstone, from €49.
A good knife is the secret weapon of every passionate home cook and professional chef - making it a great gift. In our assortment you will find a wide range of high-quality Japanese knives, from the robust Kamakura knives to MAC's razor-sharp, lightweight knives. Each knife is designed for a specific purpose: from precision work to everyday cutting convenience. Above all, take a look at our collection and find out which knife best suits the person you're shopping for. A stylish, durable and incredibly practical gift that will last for years. With a good knife you can effortlessly take any dish to the next level.
9. Rokkakei - wall magnets, knife blocks and magnetic frames, from €185.
Want to unwrap and really surprise someone with a spectacular gift? Then the Rokkakkei products are a perfect choice. These beautiful, handmade wall magnets and knife blocks are designed not only to safely store Japanese knives, but also to present them in a stylish way: practically and aesthetically. Minimalist, modern and made with attention to detail - a Rokkakkei product is a true work of art for the kitchen and a gift that will last a very long time. Moreover, you have several choices in the wood type of your product, so you choose exactly what your loved one likes.
10. Shiso syrup & Shiso Delight - delicious & non-alcoholic, from €17.50
Looking for a gift that is truly different, yet accessible and delicious? Then the shiso syrup and shiso delight are perfect choices. Both products are made from purple shiso - an aromatic Japanese herb with a unique flavor reminiscent of raspberry, basil, mint and citrus all at once. The shiso syrup is ideal for lemonades, cocktails, mocktails or as a flavor accent over desserts, while shiso delight tastes great pure, in some (sparkling) water, over ice, yogurt or fruit. Together, they are a playful, colorful and super-fresh way to introduce someone to one of Japan's most surprising flavors.
11. Japanese beer (rice-lager) - Echigo Koshihikari 500 ml, €5.95
This 500 ml bottle of Echigo Koshihikari is a Japanese rice lager brewed with the premium Koshihikari rice type. The result is a dry, smooth beer with a fresh finish, golden color and white head. Give this bottle as a gift for a moment of discovery: this may be the first time someone drinks a beer from Japan. It is an accessible beer, thus suitable for a wide audience. Moreover, it tastes great with sushi.
12. Create your own gift package - completely customized, from €3.50
Some of the gift ideas above already come in beautiful packaging (such as the dinnerware sets) that you can give as gifts in a moment. In addition, did you know that you can create your own gift package? Simply choose individual products from our assortment and add the Dutch Wasabi Gift Box to your order. Moreover, the box is also easy to open and close upon receipt; this way you can add something extra or personal such as a card yourself. For example, make a package with wasabi and yuzu mayos and mustards (from €7.50 each) and you have an original and tasteful gift that will really make someone happy.
