this post is sponsored by WA Boxes
WA Boxes are hand-crafted packages filled with authentic Japanese objects delivered straight from Japan to your door. Yes — there are various Japanese boxes on the market, but WA Boxes stand out through their thoughtfully curated selection of objects and meaningfully inspiring concepts. The boxes are curated by designer and artist Mirit Weinstock, known internationally for her Jewelry brand.
WA Concept Box sample
Mirit relocated to Tokyo in 2019 for culture studies specializing in Japanese crafts such as Washi and Ikebana. Her passion to share Japanese culture and traditions led her to begin WA Boxes, which are filled with Japanese toys, antique dolls and books from flea markets, handmade ceramic pieces made by local artists, traditional meaningful ornaments and more surprises, all of which are vetted by the discerning eye of the artist.
There are four different boxes to choose from. WA Concept Box, WA KIDS Box, WA Kokeshi Box and WA Seasonal Box.
WA Concept Box contains 7-8 Japanese items inspired by Japanese traditions, culture, crafts and design in the theme of hope, good fortune and harmony (WA in Japanese). In it you will discover a Japanese daruma doll, paper ornaments, traditional decorations, an antique Kokeshi doll and salt bath with rich mineral supplements. The pieces are wrapped in a Japanese “Furoshiki” wrapping cloth which you can later use to wrap your own books or gifts, as Mirit shows on WA Blog. Each box comes with a designed brochure explaining the meanings and uses of each item.
WA KIDS Box will be specially tailored to your child based on their age, gender and hobbies, with the child’s name written in Japanese on the box. The Kids boxes are inspired by the Tokyo Toy Museum and are curated by Mirit with input from her daughter. The boxes include traditional toys, DIY booklets, books, anime magazines, dolls, origami designed sets, and inspiring ornaments related to Japanese culture. Alongside the box you will receive an online catalogue with explanations and videos on how to play with the toys and games.
WA Kids Box sample
WA Kokeshi Box contains 4 Japanese antique Kokeshi dolls collected from local flea markets alongside an ancient Japanese handwritten book from the Edo Period. Each object in this box is handmade and unique.
And last are the WA Seasonal Boxes which are shipped four times a year according to the seasons. The Seasonal boxes offer a creative way to enjoy the unique seasonal cultural flavors of Japan. WA summer box will be shipped in July and includes a great mix of Japanese summer objects. Mirit invites you to start your journey to Japanese culture, embracing it into your daily modern life.
WA Boxes are fun, inspiring and make for great presents, especially if you or a loved one are missing Japan right now and unsure when you’ll be able to travel there. If gifting the box as a present, a handcrafted Mizuhiki card with a note can be added. WA boxes are shipped from Tokyo worldwide with DHL express and will arrive at your doorstep within days.
WA Concept Box unboxing
WA Concept Box sample
WA Kids Box
WA Kids Box sample
WA Kokeshi Box sample
WA Kokeshi Box sample
WA Seasonal Box “Summer”
WA Seasonal Box “Summer”
