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Japanese gift-wrapping and gift exchange experiences

From the lens How To Do Japanese Gift-Wrapping.

  • Vikki_w May 28, 2012 @ 7:49 am | delete
    very creative...
  • NinaLouder May 11, 2012 @ 7:38 am | delete
    Very nice.
  • agoofyidea Apr 12, 2012 @ 9:32 am | delete
    Beautiful. I wouldn't want to unwrap the gift.
  • cheech1981 Mar 22, 2012 @ 12:45 am | delete
    very cool!
  • TheLifestyleChanger Mar 17, 2012 @ 6:19 am | delete
    There is a definite protocol in exchanging gifts with Japanese and gift wrapping is a part of that.
  • Michey Feb 20, 2012 @ 10:28 am | delete
    It is true that in Japanese culture, gift-wrapping can be as important as the gift itself... so you give me great ides in this lens
    Thanks
  • squidooGUROO Jan 15, 2012 @ 10:44 am | delete
    Very nice read/.
  • MaartjeJepsen Dec 29, 2011 @ 4:57 am | delete
    Very interesting read!
  • ourmarket Dec 28, 2011 @ 5:34 pm | delete
    Nice lens interesting
  • Joan4 Dec 24, 2011 @ 6:16 am | delete
    Oh I want to try this Japanese gift-wrapping! Thank you! Merry Christmas!
  • COUNTRYLUTHIER Dec 24, 2011 @ 2:20 am | delete
    I'm all thumbs, wonder if I could do this. Great and interesting lens.
  • ScottiesRock Dec 23, 2011 @ 9:27 pm | delete
    Love it! Too bad I am all wrapped for xmas. Happy holidays
  • andradar Dec 22, 2011 @ 1:54 pm | delete
    Very interesting ideas! Great lens!
  • Lindrus Dec 22, 2011 @ 2:05 am | delete
    Great lens and a great idea to replace those plastic bags! Looks so beautiful and easy! Thanks for sharing.
  • gonzalezdenise Dec 21, 2011 @ 8:53 pm | delete
    Thanks, for introducing me to new things.
  • ZodiacImmortal Dec 21, 2011 @ 6:25 pm | delete
    :-( sad all my gifts are already wrapped... But thank you so much for including the video to show how, as written directions & diagrams do not always help. And the How To Tie Furoshiki I hope the bandana I got from lush would be big enough to try it on, as they use it as a gift wrap.
  • Dec 21, 2011 @ 5:09 pm | delete
    It is very interesting. Thank you.
  • Ahyat111 Dec 21, 2011 @ 1:59 pm | delete
    This is my first time learning about Japanese gift Wrapping. Cool lens!
  • igralec Dec 21, 2011 @ 12:46 pm | delete
    very useful lens, thank you for posting it!
  • Theycallmedramaqueen Dec 21, 2011 @ 11:07 am | delete
    I love the Furoshiki video and gift wrapping instruction. And the Etiquette of gift-giving is valuable info to have.
  • Upon-Request Dec 21, 2011 @ 9:33 am | delete
    Cool lens - the videos really help with the how-to of Japanese gift-wrapping.
  • chidchan Dec 21, 2011 @ 2:46 am | delete
    If you can wrap the gift for someone with one of these styles. The gift will more valuable. And the receiver is really appreciate.
  • sysuns Dec 21, 2011 @ 2:44 am | delete
    very informative
  • wellwritwitch Dec 20, 2011 @ 10:27 pm | delete
    I had seen this style of gift wrapping before and thought it would be awesome. Thanks!
  • ElizabethWallaceUKPOP Dec 20, 2011 @ 6:40 pm | delete
    In my teenage years, I used to use fine material to wrap presents adding ribbon and tree sprigs (usually a piece with a cone on it) for Christmas presents. Then I'd add a little paint glitter or lines of gold/silver on to same from a tiny tins of aircraft model paint. Organza and synthetics in assorted patterns and colours came up best. It was an art form and everyone I knew then was into dressmaking, so they would use the scap of fabric somewhere in their creative designs. [So many people made patchwork quilts allowing them to use up all their material scraps.] These days there are so many glitzy papers that are relatively inexpensive and people do not sew since same is time consuming. Time has been taken away because everyone rushes around all the time doing everything, predominantly working for 'the man'. What happened to the days of being at home, being a homemaker, specialiazing in cooking, sewing, keeping the home clean and tidy? These days when you come home from work, there is ever so much work for you to do at home. People are just stressed out from having to constantly run around.
    A lot has been lost. It's the societal pressure on people to afford a more modern style of living and to 'keep up with the Jones' next door'. This translates to quick fix solutions...glitzy paper for christmas gift wrapping; bows and ribbbons purchased all colour co-ordinated in a box. When occasionally you do get a Japanese style wrapped up gift...it's so different that you don't want to open it and spoil the wrapping. My nephew has a Japanese wife, and she says that these days, they also don't do it much any more. She says its easier to also go with the commercial flow.
  • Moonbeam973 Dec 20, 2011 @ 4:17 pm | delete
    Had never heard of this before; the wrappings are lovely!
  • miles3311 Dec 20, 2011 @ 11:05 am | delete
    im liking this lens... how you wrapped a gift adds beauty and elegance. nice job.
  • flycatcher Dec 20, 2011 @ 9:25 am | delete
    I love this lens! Wrapping a gift should be part of the gift, I've always thought - those store-bought gift bags may be convenient, but they don't show the same loving care as a creative treatment like this. And for those of us with a fondness for origami, Japanese style of gift wrap is just perfect!
  • glowchick Dec 20, 2011 @ 7:42 am | delete
    Wow! Very interesting way to present gifts to those you love. Well done!
  • GrammaLinda Dec 19, 2011 @ 9:02 pm | delete
    What a great idea! It sure beats using newspaper when you run out of paper and can't get to the store!
  • RaisedVegetableGardenBeds Dec 19, 2011 @ 4:58 pm | delete
    Absolutely stunning. I have never seen this concept before, but I love it. I think its too late for me to use the idea this christmas, but I will be returning to this lens over the coming year.
  • LisaGirlGenius Dec 19, 2011 @ 3:42 pm | delete
    I love this lens!! Where's the super thumbs up button! I love gift giving, wrapping, and being crafty and creative. Thanks for such a great lens!
  • scarlettohairy Dec 19, 2011 @ 12:28 pm | delete
    This is a nice alternative to traditional gift wrapping. Very pretty!
  • fullofshoes Dec 19, 2011 @ 11:59 am | delete
    This is great. I just might give it a try, thanks.
  • queenofduvetcovers Dec 19, 2011 @ 10:06 am | delete
    This is a wonderful way of wrapping gifts, thank you for this great lens =)
  • jadehorseshoe Dec 18, 2011 @ 8:31 pm | delete
    VERY useful lens.
  • entertainmenteveryday Dec 18, 2011 @ 7:18 pm | delete
    Makes the gift stand out and the recipient feel even more special. Love it!
  • curious0927 Dec 18, 2011 @ 6:33 pm | delete
    Really good stuff, Am always looking for new interesting ideas I've yet to discover. Great Lens. love tutorials.
  • LadyCharlie Dec 18, 2011 @ 5:23 pm | delete
    very interesting. Nice lens. Thanks for sharing.
  • Northwestphotos Dec 18, 2011 @ 1:42 pm | delete
    Thanks for the tutorial on the origami gift box. Don't know if I have the skill or patience to do this, but perhaps I may try it.
  • Dec 13, 2011 @ 4:18 pm | delete
    Beautiful lens. Very interesting. I had a room mate from Japan. She used to wrap candy in the most beautiful way. I have always been interested in Japanese artists, japanese interior design, etc. Thank you for all of the great and helpful information here. Love it.
  • bikerministry Dec 9, 2011 @ 8:28 pm | delete
    Great lens, I love beautifully wrapped gifts. I usually do mine in a hurry, this challenges me to take more time this year. Blessings.
  • jimmyworldstar Dec 8, 2011 @ 12:18 pm | delete
    Thanks for the lens, I'll show this to my wife so she can wrap the Christmas gifts in a different style and confuse our family this year! That furoshiki method is clever too, why carry a bag when you can just use your own bath towel to carry your goods?
  • Buchamar Dec 6, 2011 @ 3:27 pm | delete
    Beautiful, creative and reusable;e! Some great ideas here! Good Job!
  • marioaus Dec 5, 2011 @ 10:33 am | delete
    whoa these are super cute.
  • SRitchieable Nov 28, 2011 @ 8:54 pm | delete
    Thanks - I've tried wrapping some presents in Japanese style and the results are fantastic. My own recommendation: Japanese style wrapping is particularly suited to ROUND and CYLINDRICAL presents (think DVD spindles, bottles etc). No need to resort to a bottle-bag (or a scrunched up disaster), use Japanese paper folding techniques to meld the paper to the shape of the object.
  • jvermilion Nov 28, 2011 @ 10:34 am | delete
    Nice
  • seosmm Nov 27, 2011 @ 8:53 pm | delete
    Very nice lens!
  • sheilaseven Nov 27, 2011 @ 11:49 am | delete
    The Japanese is kinda weird sometimes but this gift wrapping style is quite creative.
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Nov 20, 2011 @ 8:12 pm | delete
    I love all things Japanese, so it was wonderful to learn how to artfully wrap gifts. Thank you!
  • SBToolkit Nov 20, 2011 @ 12:40 pm | delete
    Cool lens. So beautiful!
  • collettehrock Nov 20, 2011 @ 8:34 am | delete
    I hadn't heard of this gift wrapping before thank you for all the great links
  • hessa_johnson Nov 19, 2011 @ 10:08 am | delete
    Really appreciate the gift wrapping links, have bookmarked. Thank you!
  • RocklawnArts Nov 19, 2011 @ 9:49 am | delete
    Very cool, I may try out the cloth wrapping.
  • smallhands Nov 19, 2011 @ 12:53 am | delete
    I found a book on sale about these..haven't tried them yet though. Will do so soon!
  • LasgalenArts Nov 18, 2011 @ 7:15 pm | delete
    I'm anxious to try the origata folding technique. Fascinating lens.
  • emmajo Nov 18, 2011 @ 10:23 am | delete
    fascinating! i'm gonna try this out!
  • BuddyBink Nov 17, 2011 @ 6:26 pm | delete
    An excellent way to save the environment and be stylish at the same time. Well done lens.
  • Frankster Nov 17, 2011 @ 4:31 pm | delete
    I love this lens with all it's cool ways to wrap gifts. I love the idea of wrapping with cloth. How green. Blessed. Bear hugs, Frankster
  • Beadsnresin Nov 17, 2011 @ 5:44 am | delete
    Thanks for this!
  • frydaa Nov 17, 2011 @ 1:18 am | delete
    aww that is so cute!
  • YolandaLacar Nov 16, 2011 @ 10:55 pm | delete
    this is so pretty and elegant! i love it-thanks for sharing this!
  • annmackiemiller Nov 16, 2011 @ 4:40 pm | delete
    great resources here, thanks for sharing
  • aesta1 Nov 16, 2011 @ 8:02 am | delete
    The Japanese really know how to wrap gifts.
  • aesta1 Nov 16, 2011 @ 8:02 am | delete
    The Japanese really know how to wrap gifts.
  • Tipi Nov 16, 2011 @ 5:44 am | delete
    I first learned about Japanese gift wrapping from my sister. Have always loved the look of the decorative gifts this way. Nice lens, well done and blessed.
  • miaponzo Nov 16, 2011 @ 3:45 am | delete
    Wow! These are the most beautiful designs!!!!! Blessed!
  • daphnedangerlove Nov 15, 2011 @ 7:34 pm | delete
    These are simply lovely. I have a friend this going to go nuts over this!
  • bakerwoman Nov 15, 2011 @ 11:14 am | delete
    Japanese giftwrapping is an art in itself. The packages look so beatuiful and attractive. Thanks for sharing such an interesting lens.
  • juliavm Nov 15, 2011 @ 9:32 am | delete
    Love this lens. Anything that helps us recycle gets my support.
  • aussieremovals Nov 15, 2011 @ 5:22 am | delete
    Great lens.
  • iijuan12 Nov 14, 2011 @ 9:53 pm | delete
    Neat lens! Blessed and liked.
  • LotusLandry Nov 14, 2011 @ 7:00 pm | delete
    I sometimes have used remnants from home sewing to wrap gifts...
  • aquarian_insight Nov 14, 2011 @ 6:29 pm | delete
    An amazing way to wrap a gift. Great lens.
  • totalhealth Nov 14, 2011 @ 2:44 pm | delete
    very creative and beautiful way of wrapping things.
  • acekyle Nov 14, 2011 @ 2:21 pm | delete
    I always loved the looks of these I'll have to try this out for the upcoming holidays!
  • SiochainGraSonas Nov 14, 2011 @ 12:26 pm | delete
    What a cool idea. I am going to try this.
  • MyDestination Nov 14, 2011 @ 3:48 am | delete
    Interesting way to wrap things!
  • Bahrns Nov 14, 2011 @ 1:29 am | delete
    Wow Japanese way of gift wrapping looks great and it seems that they really put their all love in dedication on it. This is not just merely gift wrapping... this is art... AMAZING!!!

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  • FreelancinFran Nov 13, 2011 @ 7:34 pm | delete
    Very interesting. Thank you for this informative lens :)
  • Elhamstero Nov 3, 2011 @ 4:24 pm | delete
    I'd heard of this style of wrapping before, but never seen it done. It looks amazing
  • Jennifer_Glennon Oct 27, 2011 @ 7:53 pm | delete
    This is very unique. I had never seen this done. Thank you for sharing.
  • ErHawkns7100 Oct 25, 2011 @ 9:52 pm | delete
    Very nice alternative.
  • bolsen19 Sep 18, 2011 @ 12:17 am | delete
    Such a cute craft. I've bookmarked it to try later.
  • Mia-Mia Sep 17, 2011 @ 9:40 pm | delete
    Wow, who knew? A lovely lens, and a neat topic for a lens.
  • franstan Aug 11, 2011 @ 7:48 am | delete
    Blessed by a Squid Angle
  • Neoglitch Jul 28, 2011 @ 5:43 pm | delete
    Awesome! I will use these techniques the next time I have to wrap gifts... or my lunch xD
    Thanks for sharing! :D
  • Jul 10, 2011 @ 11:32 am | delete
    This is really cool :)
  • JoshK47 Jul 7, 2011 @ 11:30 am | delete
    Excellent lens - very attractive way to wrap things!
  • ForestBear Jun 25, 2011 @ 10:00 pm | delete
    Great lens, really enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing
  • pimbels Jun 12, 2011 @ 9:13 am | delete
    I have never seen this before but it is very interesting. Great lens, thank you.
  • sugunalinus Apr 28, 2011 @ 10:15 am | delete
    This ofcourse new to me. Very very interesting. Thanks for sharing
  • cuteordeath Apr 27, 2011 @ 12:56 am | delete
    Oh! That's my "How to do Japanese-style gift wrap" video! ^^; (I used to use the handle "uminobara") I'm so glad you found it useful! :D
  • xenoc Feb 1, 2011 @ 8:38 am | delete
    unique! i like the style how they wrap the gift..really different and always look fabulous! thanks for sharing..
  • jackiebolen Jan 16, 2011 @ 4:55 pm | delete
    Cool...I'm going to have to try this out.
  • Dec 18, 2010 @ 1:54 pm | delete
    I think you did a great job and that you should keep up the good work!!
  • Michey Dec 16, 2010 @ 7:48 pm | delete
    This is great and reflects meticulous nature of Japanese culture.
    Thanks
  • fuadi84 Dec 13, 2010 @ 9:34 pm | delete
    beautiful gift wrapping. thanks for the info
  • LizMac60 Dec 10, 2010 @ 10:15 am | delete
    Great for this time of year. Blessed by a squid angel and featured on Me?!! A Squid Angel.
  • EmmaCooper Nov 18, 2010 @ 2:49 am | delete
    I've always wanted to know how to do this, thanks!
  • jgelien Nov 9, 2010 @ 7:26 pm | delete
    This is a beautiful way to wrap gifts. Thank you for a lovely lens.
  • LucyClaire Nov 2, 2010 @ 11:23 am | delete
    I know protocol is very important in Japan. To see these gifts is nice.
  • arncyn Nov 2, 2010 @ 2:29 am | delete
    I love the Japanese style of gift-wrapping, thank you for showing us how to do it. ~Blessed~
  • KM9999999 Oct 28, 2010 @ 3:58 pm | delete
    The gifts in your into module look really cool. I'm usually lazy when I wrap gifts. In other words, I usually just use a gift bag from the dollar store. Maybe I'll give one of these a try the next time someone I know has a birthday. Nice lens. :)
  • Oct 24, 2010 @ 4:43 am | delete
    This is something new for me. Thanks for the info and the really pretty pictures
  • mcochs Oct 17, 2010 @ 7:47 am | delete
    Interesting lens-enjoyed it!
  • Stazjia Sep 23, 2010 @ 5:26 am | delete
    What a beautiful way to wrap a gift. Blessed by an Angel.
  • skiesgreen Aug 9, 2010 @ 7:39 pm | delete
    Great idea and very nicely presented lens. *-*Blessed*-* and featured on Sprinkled with Stardust - Crafts
  • lasertek Jul 12, 2010 @ 10:02 pm | delete
    I have read this lens a year ago. Visited it again since I plan to wrap a special gift the Japanese way.
  • Pastiche Dec 15, 2009 @ 1:14 pm | delete
    Absolutely stunning gift wrap - in Asia, presentation is as thoughtful and meaningful as the gift. Voted for this lens in 2009 Giant Squid Awards, lensrolled to Instant Gift Wrap as well.
  • kimmanleyort Dec 4, 2009 @ 8:14 pm | delete
    Gorgeous lens and well-deserving of the nomination. Good luck!
  • KimGiancaterino Oct 26, 2009 @ 11:52 am | delete
    Too beautiful to open! Congratulations on the purple star. I'm featuring your lens on my Squid Angel Diary this week.
  • PsyQuin Oct 17, 2009 @ 7:29 pm | delete
    Lovely and elegant, and lots of information here! Great lens!
  • Manbiki Oct 15, 2009 @ 2:21 am | delete
    This is wonderful!
  • Mickie_G Aug 20, 2009 @ 9:48 am | delete
    Nice work collecting this information. I love the elegance of this type of gift wrapping.
  • CherylK Jul 22, 2009 @ 3:12 pm | delete
    I've always wanted to do this but have never taken the time to learn how. Thanks for putting this together...great reference.
  • California_Dreamin Jun 3, 2009 @ 11:39 am | delete
    Great lens. I've lensrolled it to my lens, "Best Books on Japan
  • May 12, 2009 @ 12:11 pm | delete
    Neat! I've never heard of this before. I am going to try it for my friend's birthday next month. Great lens!
  • filipinotshirts May 5, 2009 @ 7:40 pm | delete
    interesting lens! i will now be wrapping japanese style! my wrapping skills suck. doomo for sharing!
  • kab Apr 21, 2009 @ 9:30 am | delete
    The Giant Squid Greeters are kicking off a fun team challenge. You are hereby formally invited to join my team: Kab's Fab Squid Squad. I think you'd be a great addition to the Squid Squad.
  • Aira Apr 5, 2009 @ 10:39 pm | delete
    Omedeto!!!. I am facinated by how the steps of furoshiki wrapping...I love doing it. how I wish you could have a printed step by step instruction/direction not only thru video. I love Japanese culture/arts and crafts. I've been there for a couple of times as my sister is married to a japanese national... Given a chance I will try to visit sendaishi, yamagata and kuremishi. Domo Arigato!.
  • Mar 23, 2009 @ 10:13 am | delete
    this is very intersting. i did not know this was the japanese way of wrapping.
  • Mar 21, 2009 @ 7:46 am | delete
    Hi, This lens is very good. I like most..

    5 Star.

    Please. look at this lens click here
  • ottoblotto Mar 6, 2009 @ 9:31 am | delete
    Really interesting and informative lens.
  • ElizabethT Feb 24, 2009 @ 1:45 am | delete
    I really enjoyed this. I am really anxious to try this style wrapping although I know I will have to watch your video a few more times. The only problem is the package looks too pretty for the recipient to rip open!
  • BeccaB Feb 21, 2009 @ 5:09 am | delete
    Never even considered Japanese wrapping until now, but now I have to try it! Great lens, 5*s :D
  • EditorDave Jan 27, 2009 @ 10:18 pm | delete
    Great lens! Now I have to go wrap up something! (And my dog is looking really worried!)
  • Suko Jan 18, 2009 @ 11:03 pm | delete
    This is a truly beautiful lens.
  • Squidster Jan 13, 2009 @ 3:31 am | delete
    This is a great resource, especially with the increasing awareness to minimize wasteful use of paper. I love the beauty and creativity of these gift wraps. Thanks for listing in the Squidoo.Asia Directory!
  • rydigga Jan 10, 2009 @ 4:13 pm | delete
    Hi,

    Very fascinating lens, I learned quite a bit. Thanks for sharing.

    Ryan
  • tandemonimom Jan 6, 2009 @ 3:45 pm | delete
    Beautiful! I had not heard of this but I love using cloth bags for gifts, so I'm definitely favoriting your lens to refer to next time I need to wrap something! 5*
  • gracie213 Dec 19, 2008 @ 6:20 pm | delete
    I LIKE THIS LENS, VERY INTERESTING WAY TO WRAP GIFTS
  • Yakodzuna Dec 18, 2008 @ 9:55 am | delete
    Hello! Great lens! Thank you very much about this information! It is very useful! Definitely 5 stars!
  • WebSpinstress Nov 15, 2008 @ 5:38 pm | delete
    I love wraping gifts more than purchasing them. Thanks for sharing the techniques. Great lens! :-) 5*'s and favorited!
  • Mortira Sep 28, 2008 @ 12:51 am | delete
    Great lens! Thanks for sharing this interesting technique. *****
  • Couch-Covers-Melanie Sep 19, 2008 @ 5:01 am | delete
    I love your lens! I would need a life time to master Japanese gift wrapping. I love your videos, now i am trying to learn Furushiki wrapping.
    5 stars for your lens!

    PS: Did you know couch covers can be real moneysavers?
  • PatinKC Jun 9, 2008 @ 3:35 pm | delete
    I've also lensrolled you to my Wabi-Sabi lens.
  • PatinKC Jun 9, 2008 @ 3:32 pm | delete
    In Japan, everything is ART! I've lensrolled your lens to my Japanese Gardens and Haikulenses.
  • Silver_Lotus Apr 24, 2008 @ 5:08 pm | delete
    I really like this lens!
  • CrypticFragments Apr 12, 2008 @ 1:16 pm | delete
    very nice
    lensrolled to the Online Origami Outlet and Japan lenses
  • EelKat Mar 13, 2008 @ 9:42 am | delete
    nice lens! I'm lensrolling this one.
  • Roving_Band Feb 13, 2008 @ 8:17 am | delete
    This is a great lens - I'm glad to be in the Japanophilia Group with you.

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