Must-buy souvenirs 【Original merchandise edition】

Check these ideas out for keepsakes and souvenirs to remember your trip. Find original goods only made here in Kushiro and Lake Akan.

Ainu Pattern Folk Arts

These Ainu patterns were once used on wooden tools and ceremonial dress. In addition to their visual aesthetic, the character they gain through long use makes them a valuable memento of your trip to Akan. Folk art made using these patterns are generally divided into carvings or embroidery. Carvings often include figures holy to the Ainu, such as owls and bears, and can be quite small and finely carved accessories. Embroidery holds the power to keep bad spirits at bay, as a kind of talisman.

・Arts & Crafts：http://en.kushiro-lakeakan.com/eat_souvenir/eat_souvenir_category/souvenir-en/arts-crafts-en/

Original Washo Market Apron

An original from Washo Market, this traditional Japanese sail apron has a special Washo Market design! The indigo apron has the Washo "Wa" character printed in a white, eye-catching style. They say sail aprons were first made by fishermen who cut pieces of canvas from old sails to wrap around their legs, giving it the name. It's been a favorite with tradesmen for years, and from the Edo era the shop name was often dyed in, as it is today. Sail aprons gain character with use, and one would be a perfect gift after a visit to Kushiro's markets.

・Kushiro Washo Market：http://en.kushiro-lakeakan.com/eat_souvenir/7469/

Kushiro Original Tancho Wallet/Tancho Crane Clasp Coin case

The hand-sized coin case features the silhouettes of Japanese cranes, symbols of long life and marital happiness. The wallet was designed by Sato Paper, Kushiro's venerable stationery store, and developed in cooperation with Hokkaido leatherworker Somes Saddle. Somes Saddle's goods are all made by master craftsmen from hand selected leather. These wallets will only improve with years of careful use, taking on a unique feel and appearance. They're the perfect travel memento or gift.

・Sato Paper：http://en.kushiro-lakeakan.com/eat_souvenir/7602/
・Sato Paper (Airport Shop)：http://en.kushiro-lakeakan.com/eat_souvenir/7603/

Onbetu's Emu Oil HEPTA FINAL AGING-CARE SERUM

This additive free full-body beauty treatment is made only from Emu's raised on a single ranch in the Doto/Kushiro area. The HEPTA in Emu oil is nearly identical to the makeup of human skin, and so it moisturizes and protects skin naturally and without stress. It's totally additive free, so it can be used to treat diaper rash or moisturize pregnant bellies. This moisturizing body treatment is perfect for treating dry skin, atopic eczema, sensitive skin or other skin care problems.

・Michi no Eki (Roadside Station) Akan Tancho no Sato (Crane’s Terrace)：http://en.kushiro-lakeakan.com/things_to_do/3827/

・Must-buy souvenirs.【Gourmet edition】：http://en.kushiro-lakeakan.com/eat_souvenir/7030/
・Must-buy souvenirs.【Sweets edition】：http://en.kushiro-lakeakan.com/eat_souvenir/7042/
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