Traditional Japanese Toys: 8 Fun and Cheap Retro Toys to Buy in Japan

Traditional Japanese toys make for surprisingly interesting (and cheap!) souvenirs of Japan. While Japanese children today entertain themselves on the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation, kids of past generations would play with beautifully crafted toys made of materials like wood, paper, and fabric that often demanded skill and practice. These include classics like “otedama” juggling balls, the “kendama” cup-and-ball, and “koma” spinning tops. In this article, we’ll introduce 8 delightful but cheap traditional Japanese toys that both kids and adults will adore!

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