The top 2 online sources for Kawaii Holiday shopping

October 27, 12:43 PMPop Media ExaminerKatrina-Kasey Wheeler

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The holiday season is rapidly approaching. Do you struggle with what to give loved ones? What do you give someone who has everything? Rather than contend with all of the frenzied last-minute holiday shoppers, wouldn’t it be nice to buy presents all with the click of your computer mouse? If the answer to that is yes – I have the perfect sources for you. Since the 1970s, Kawaii (cuteness in Japanese) has become a major facet of Japanese popular culture. It can be seen in every area such as entertainment, clothing, personal appearance, behavior, mannerisms, and the like. This can be seen in pop-culture by the success of such brands as Tokidoki, and Gwen Stefani’s Harajuku Lovers. After doing some research, I have compiled the top 2 sources for online Kawaii Holiday shopping. I like to give items for the holidays that have no chance of being received multiple times; things that are sure to be unique gifts. Something unexpected. The following two sources provide a vast array of items that will appeal to a broad audience. The following items are popular with people of all ages.

Pictures of the store can be viewed here. 

Sweet Kitty the Anime Store is located in Kent, Washington. You can visit the store in person at 18111 E. Valley HWY S. #103; otherwise, you can purchase items directly from the store at: SweetKittyAnime.com. The store specializes in Japanese items, and it carries brands from Harajuku Lovers to Hello Kitty. The store has the best selection of Sanrio products in Washington State. The owners love their customers and encourage visitors to come to the store. Below are some of the hot items that are in-demand.

1. Gwen Stefani Harajuku Lovers Kokeshi Regular Tote ($26.00). 2. Gwen Stefani Harajuku Lovers Over Sized Tote ($30.00). 3. Gwen Stefani Harajuku Lovers Kokeshi Wallet ($16.00). 4. Personalized Heart Balloons ($7.00). 5. 5 Letter Personalized Name Charm/Keychain ($12.00). 6. Sakura Haruno Cosplay Costume ($55.00). 7. Hello Kitty Fan ($4.00). 8. Gackt – Rebirth CD ($16.00); Sweet Kitty Anime has a wide variety of Japanese Rock & Pop CDs. The items featured above can be purchased exclusively at SweetKittyAnime.com.

 Pictures of the store can be viewed here. 

Kawaii Gifts was established at Nov 2002. The store is located at the Shadyside shopping district at Pittsburgh, PA. Shop Kawaii specializes in Japanese kawaii (cute) gifts and fancy goods. Among their popular Japanese imports are: San-X, Kamio, Q-Lia, Crux, Mind Wave, Iwako, Re-Ment miniatures, Momiji dolls, Ugly Dolls, Giant Microbes, and Sanrio.

In July of 2005, the store expanded and it is now home to Kawaii Avenue.  Kawaii Avenue features apparel and accessories from Toki Doki, Ames Bros, Threadless, Gama-go, Loyal Army, etc. They are proud to say that many of the lines they carry are Eco-friendly and Sweatshop-free apparel. 

ShopKawaii.com is the web store for both Kawaii Gifts and Kawaii Avenue since April of 2006.  However, ShopKawaii.com is dedicated to our imported gifts. You can visit the stores personally at Kawaii Gifts, located at 5413-B Walnut St. Pittsburgh, PA 15232. Kawaii Avenue is located at 5413-A Walnut St. Pittsburgh, PA 15232.

San-X items are some of the biggest sellers for ShopKawaii.com. Below are some of the in-demand items.

1. Harajuku Lovers Cupcake Keychain ($5.95). 2. San-X Mamegoma Plush in Squirrel Costume ($19.99). 3. San-X Mamegoma reusable Hot/Cold Plush Pillow ($44.95). 4. San-X Mamegoma Plastic File Folder ($2.99). 5. San-X Mamegoma Baby Stickers ($2.99). 6. San-X Mamegoma Little Seals Memo Pad with Stickers ($5.29). 7. San-X Mamegoma Mechanical Pencil with Dangly Mascot ($7.99). 8. San-X Mamegoma Costume Die-Cut Eraser ($2.99). The items featured above can be purchased exclusively at ShopKawaii.com.

Items from Sweet Kitty Anime and ShopKawaii are both in high demand and extremely well made. The items that these two stores sell demonstrate quality and stay in line with the demand of customers. This holiday season; be sure to visit these two stores. You will be glad that you did. Surprise your loved ones with these cute and unique gifts! So please visit these stores today and add these items to your online shopping carts!

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