To wrap up a few posts on Japanese kokeshi dolls, I thought it might be better to explore the Japanese etiquette when it comes to gift giving.
Presenting gifts is a meaningful ritual in Japanese culture. Gifts do not have to be expensive, but must also be of high quality. Chocolate or small muffins are a good choice. There are other things that should be avoided as they are associated with funerals such as white flowers.
Gifts should be wrapped in pastel colored paper. When the gift is ready, it must be given to the recipient with both hands and similarly when receiving a gift given to him. In Japanese culture, the act of giving is more important than the gift itself.
For other gift suggestions, kokeshi Dolls or other small toys are ideal due to their size.