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Shop In Store

Opening hours:

Monday to Saturday: 10:00–20:00

Sundays & Bank Holidays: 12:00–18:00

 

Contact details:

Call +44 20 3972 7100
Email [email protected]

101-111 Kensington High Street, London, W8 5SA 

 

Online Shop

Visit the Online Shop to browse our curated product collection.

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The Shop on Kensington High Street

The Shop at Japan House London blurs the lines between retail space and gallery, offering guests the opportunity to learn about artists, designers, manufacturers and regions of Japan through a thoughtfully curated product collection. Many items are available exclusively at Japan House London in the UK. 

Scroll down for a preview of what to expect in store, or visit our Online Shop.

Monozukuri

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From crafts rooted in Japanese traditions and one-of-a-kind pieces by artists, to products reflecting innovative technology or the design trends of the time, the Japanese passion for monozukuri* has continued to evolve with the times. The Shop at Japan House London introduces a range of functional Japanese products which embody this passion and bring a sense of beauty to the everyday.

*monozukuri: mono means ‘thing’; zukuri means 'making'. This word stands for the concept and the spirit of making and craftsmanship, including handmade crafts and large-scale manufacturing.

Food, Drink, Kitchen and Tableware

We introduce authentic Japanese food culture, including food, drink, kitchen utensils and tableware according to the seasons. From across Japan, we have selected a variety of dishes, plates, bowls and utensils made by prominent artisans. Get to know how people in Japan cook, use kitchenware, and eat, so you too can incorporate them into your lives. You can also find a fine selection of Japanese sweets and sake.

Stationery and Washi (Japanese paper)

Our shop range includes high-quality stationery such as pens and notepads; painting supplies and materials in Japanese colours makers and artists. We also have washi, Japanese paper, in various sizes, for drawing, wrapping or writing.

Fashion and Accessories

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Along with accessories designed and made by contemporary makers, you will find clothes and textiles made using traditional methods, yet updated to fit with modern lives.

Healthy Living

You can bring the scent and feel of Japan to your bathroom with quality towels and organic soaps from the shop at Japan House London. Japanese fragrances including incense and cosmetics are also available.

Books

Japan House London has a full range of books, on architecture, food, literature, travel, fashion, monozukuri, and more; selected by HABA Yoshitaka, President and Founder of BACH, a book specialist in Japan who is revolutionizing the way books are displayed and curated. For those after something extra special, valuable vintage books are available. You also have the opportunity to attend book launches and meet-the-author events at Japan House London. Some items from the Library display are also available. 

Travel Zone

The ground floor has a travel information area staffed by the Japan National Tourism Organization, offering free travel advice and leaflets.