Welcome to our Games & Creative Crafts collection, made for anyone who loves Japanese culture and enjoys creating, building and playing. Inside, you'll find a wide choice of Japanese model kits to build, traditional Japanese games to discover, and DIY kits to let your creativity run wild. Whether you're after a hands-on hobby to enjoy solo, with family or with friends, or an original gift idea for a Japan-loving friend, this collection brings together the best of Japanese craftsmanship in formats suited to every level, from beginners to old hands.
Japanese model kits: the art of miniatures
Fancy building a little corner of Japan at home? Our model kit selection brings together a wide range for every level: a Japanese book nook shaped like a traditional house, a Japanese temple model, a Japanese miniature house kit to build piece by piece, or a Japanese 3D puzzle for anyone who loves a challenge. Every kit is designed to recreate the architecture and atmosphere of Japan with real precision, whether you go for a wooden Japanese model kit or a miniature Japanese diorama to paint and personalise. Easy to order online, this collection also makes a unique Japanese gift idea for anyone who loves Japan and is after a creative, calming project.
Japanese games: the classics to discover
Rediscover the art of play the Japanese way with our selection of traditional Japanese games. Try shogi, Japan's own strategic chess, go, one of the oldest Japanese board games in the world, or hanafuda cards, a colourful Japanese card game full of symbolism across the seasons. If you fancy something a little lighter, there's kendama, a traditional Japanese toy turned modern-day favourite. All of these Japanese board games make perfect gifts: a great present for any Japan fan, and all available from our online Japanese games shop.
Japanese DIY and creative crafts: made by you
For anyone who loves working with their hands, our Japanese DIY range brings together Japanese craft kits for you to make yourself: a lovely way to get into Japanese craftsmanship at your own pace, alone or with family. These craft kits, for adults and younger crafters alike, make a brilliant Japanese hands-on activity idea for long winter evenings, and a creative Japanese gift that's a step up from the usual presents. Perfect as a gift for a teenager who loves Japan, or an original adult gift idea that won't break the bank.
Origami, the traditional art of paper folding, holds a special place in this collection. Whether you're a beginner or already know your way around a fold, our origami kits and washi origami paper in authentic patterns will let you create your own designs, from the famous origami crane to more elaborate figures. Easy to learn with our simple origami patterns, this art of Japanese paper folding is as much a peaceful pastime as a skill worth passing on.